Cognitive Performance Specialist

Locations: Fort Wainwright, Fairbanks, Alaska (FWAK) Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Anchorage, Alaska (JBER) Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington (JBLM)

Description: Seeking Cognitive Performance Specialists to support the U.S. Army's groundbreaking Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program. H2F is dedicated to improving not just physical fitness, but the overall well-being of soldiers at all levels. As a Cognitive Performance Specialist, you will be a key member of the Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) Human Performance Team (HPT), playing a crucial role in the US Army's transformative approach to soldier readiness and well-being. This position is at the forefront of a cultural shift in the Army, focusing on both the physical and non-physical aspects of soldier performance. This role requires a unique blend of skills in sport psychology, mental coaching, and resilience training, aimed at improving the individual and team performance of soldiers within Brigade (BDE), Battalion (BN), and Company levels. You will work with a group of professionals, H2F Human Performance Teams (HPT), including physical therapists, dietitians, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers on embedded teams within the brigades. You will be instrumental in empowering soldiers to take charge of their health, fitness, and well-being, thereby contributing to the overall effectiveness and readiness of the total Army. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for those passionate about significantly impacting overall soldier health.

Job Responsibilities: Design, coordinate, and implement innovative programs that enhance mental readiness and cognitive performance of soldiers Assist in developing and maintaining Mental Readiness Programs, ensuring consistent and effective delivery of services across the brigade (BDE)Advise and collaborate with the Mental Readiness Director and other health professionals on program assessment, improvement, and monitoring Develop and execute cognitive performance optimization and mental readiness training within the BDE's operational schedule Provide education, coaching, and mentoring to Soldiers on cognitive skills and mental readiness strategies to support mission execution and individual tasks Coordinate the scheduling of facilities and resources for government-approved courses and training Conduct literature reviews to keep the H2F Performance Team updated with the latest evidence-based research in mental readiness and cognitive performance Support research efforts and provide data and feedback to the Mental Readiness Director and brigade personnel development (PD)Participate in in-service training and professional development opportunities within the H2F Performance Team Required Skills/

Experience: Licensure as a psychologist with a proficiency in sports psychology as recognized in Division 47 of the American Psychological Association or Certified Consultant through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (CCAASP) or ability to obtain the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) (formerly CC-AASP) certification within two (2) years of being hired. Physical capability to lift and manipulate up to 45 pounds and withstand training demands in various weather conditions and terrains. Ability to travel 10% as needed to support geographically dispersed units. Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Ability to pass a NACI (Tier 1) to access U.S. Government facilities and systems. Desired Skills/

Experience: Active NACI.One (1) year working directly with Service Members in a performance and/or resilience training and education setting. Prior work with Service Members in a performance and/or resilience training and education setting. Military service is desirable but not required. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Teams).

Education and Experience: Master's degree or a Doctoral degree in Human Performance, Sport Psychology, Kinesiology/Exercise Science, or Counseling/Clinical Psychology from an accredited college or university (preferred).Three (3) years of demonstrable accumulated experience within the past five (5) years as a mental performance coach or sport psychology practitioner with individual athletes and groups of athletes at the levels of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Collegiate, Olympic, professional sports, and/or Service Members in the accompanying, respective settings.