H2FIT: Cognitive Performance Specialist - East Region

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the US Army, Serco has a great opportunity for you! This Cognitive Performance Specialist (CPS) will be on a dynamic team, supporting Holistic Health and Fitness (H2FIT) initiative, the Army’s investment in Soldier Readiness.The Cognitive Performance Specialist (CPS) plays a pivotal role within the Holistic Health and Fitness (H2FIT) Performance Teams. The CPS is responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of mental readiness and cognitive performance optimization programs for Soldiers. The position requires a unique blend of expertise in sport psychology, mental coaching, and resilience training tailored to enhance the performance of individual Soldiers and teams within military settings. ASK US ABOUT OUR HIRING INCENTIVES!West Region Opportunities:Virginia: Joint Base Langley-EustisNorth Carolina: Fort Bragg (fka Fort Liberty)South Carolina: Fort JacksonGeorgia: Fort Benning (Fort Moore) & Fort StewartNew York: Fort DrumKentucky: Fort CampbellKansas: Fort LeavenworthMissouri: Fort Leonard WoodIn this role, you will: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 monitoringDevelop and execute cognitive performance optimization and mental readiness training within the BDE’s operational scheduleProvide education, coaching, and mentoring to Soldiers on cognitive skills and mental readiness strategies to support mission execution and individual tasksCoordinate the scheduling of facilities and resources for government-approved courses and trainingConduct literature reviews to keep the H2F Performance Team updated with the latest evidence-based research in mental readiness and cognitive performanceSupport 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 TeamPlease visit our landing page for more information: U.S. Army Holistic Health & Fitness (H2F) System (serco.com)To be successful in this role, you will have:U.S. CitizenshipThe ability to pass a NACI (Tier 1) to obtain access to U.S. Government facilities and systemsA Master’s degree or a Doctoral degree in Human Performance, Sport Psychology, Kinesiology/Exercise Science, or Counseling/Clinical Psychology from an accredited college or universityThree (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 settingsBe a Licensed 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 the ability to obtain the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) (formerly CC-AASP) certification within two (2) years of being hired and maintain an active mental performance consultant certificationThe physical capability to lift and manipulate up to 45 pounds and withstand training demands in various weather conditions and terrainsThe ability to travel 10% as needed to support geographically dispersed unitsAdditional desired experience and skills:Active NACIDoctoral degree in Human Performance, Sport Psychology, Kinesiology/Exercise Science, or Counseling/Clinical Psychology from an accredited college or universityOne (1) year working directly with Service Members in a performance and/or resilience training and education setting is preferredPrior work with Service Members in a performance and/or resilience training and education setting is preferredMilitary service is desirable but not requiredProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Teams)Positions supporting the H2F System offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for those passionate about significantly impacting overall soldier health. 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Created: 2025-10-04