[Hiring] Cognitive Performance Specialist @Magellan Health

Role Description

Will train and coach Federal government/military personnel in individual or group settings to develop mental skills necessary for peak performance. Skills include:

• Techniques to overcome mental barriers that could limit performance
• Methods to effectively build mental toughness to persevere in high pressure situations
• Strategies to improve overall well-being and resilience

Applies evidence-based literature to train and educate personnel on areas to include:

• Goal setting
• Visualization
• Energy management
• Attention sustainment
• Sleep management
• Overall human performance optimization

Conducts individual and group assessments to include:

• Observation
• Data collection
• Interviews
• Consultations with organizational leaders to customize programs for optimizing and sustaining high levels of performance

• Attends staff meetings with interdisciplinary team members and government leadership to coordinate services aligned with organizational goals.
• Provides expert guidance on matters related to mental performance, exercise science, and sport psychology.
• Develops customized curriculum to support the human performance outcomes of the federal organization.

The job duties listed above are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive of what may be expected of an employee assigned to this job. A leader may assign additional or other duties which would align with the intent of this job, without revision to the job description.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sport Psychology, Human Performance, or other closely related fields.
• 3+ years of experience as a Mental Performance Coach designing and implementing mental skills development programs for individuals and groups.
• Demonstrated experience delivering training and education in various settings to include in-person and virtual modalities.
• Capable of working outdoors for extended periods in all weather.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of time.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Proficiently utilize computers, software, and technologies to document work performed, utilization, or other information requirements.

Requirements

• Master's - Exercise Science
• Master's - Kinesiology
• Master's - Psychology

Benefits

• Salary Minimum: $53,125
• Salary Maximum: $84,995
• This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package.
• Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Company Description

Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.