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$85K/yr

Proficiency in applying a wide range of professional performance-based applied mental skills tools, assessments, and implementation methods to a diverse military population. Skilled working with ...

$85K/yr

Proficiency in applying a wide range of professional performance-based applied mental skills tools, assessments, and implementation methods to a diverse military population. Skilled working with ...

As aCognitive Performance Specialist supportingour customer, you will be trusted toprovide mental performance and readiness support. The Cognitive Performance Specialist provides evidencebased ...

As aCognitive Performance Specialist supportingour customer, you will be trusted toprovide mental performance and readiness support. The Cognitive Performance Specialist provides evidencebased ...

As aCognitive Performance Specialist supportingour customer, you will be trusted toprovide mental performance and readiness support. The Cognitive Performance Specialist provides evidencebased ...

Mental Health Professional

Portland, OR · On-site

$53K - $69K/yr

Conduct discipline-appropriate mental performance and/or behavioral health assessments within professional scope and applicable licensure requirements. * Provide individual consultation, education ...

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How much do mental performance jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for mental performance in the United States is $60,597.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mental performance coach?

A mental performance coach is a professional who helps individuals, often athletes or performers, develop mental skills to enhance their performance. They use techniques such as goal setting, visualization, focus, and stress management to help clients overcome mental barriers and achieve their potential. Mental performance coaches work in sports, business, and other high-pressure fields, providing strategies to improve confidence, resilience, and overall well-being. Their main goal is to optimize mental functioning to support peak performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mental performance coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mental Performance Coach, you need expertise in psychology, sports science, or counseling, often supported by a relevant degree and specialized certifications in mental performance or sports psychology. Familiarity with assessment tools, biofeedback systems, and goal-setting frameworks like SMART is typically required. Exceptional communication, empathy, and motivational skills help build trust and effectively guide clients through challenges. These competencies are critical for helping individuals optimize mental resilience, focus, and overall performance in high-pressure environments.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in mental performance roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in mental performance roles often encounter challenges such as building trust with clients, overcoming resistance to mental skills training, and tailoring strategies to diverse individual needs. Addressing these challenges involves strong communication, continuous education, and collaboration with coaches, athletes, or performers. Successfully navigating these issues requires patience, adaptability, and an ongoing commitment to professional development and evidence-based practices.

What is the difference between Mental Performance vs Sports Psychologist?

AspectMental PerformanceSports Psychologist
CredentialsCertifications in mental skills coaching, psychology, or related fieldsDoctorate in Psychology (PhD or PsyD), licensure, specialized sports psychology certifications
Work EnvironmentPrivate coaching, corporate wellness programs, educational settingsSports teams, athletic organizations, clinical settings
Industry UsageUsed across various sectors including education, corporate, and sportsPrimarily in sports and athletic performance
FocusEnhancing mental skills, focus, resilience for performance improvementAddressing psychological issues related to athletic performance, mental health

While both roles aim to improve performance, Mental Performance specialists focus on mental skills coaching across various fields, whereas Sports Psychologists are licensed professionals specializing in athletes' psychological health and performance within sports settings.

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Infographic showing various Mental Performance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $60,597 per year, or $29.1 per hour.

MENTAL PERFORMANCE CONSULTANT / NF4

Oceanside, CA • On-site


US Department of the Navy
National Security • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

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$102K/yr

Full-time

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Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.Qualifications:

Maintains liaison with various organizations to include but not limited to Behavioral Health Programs-Community Counseling, Transition Readiness, Operational Stress Control and Readiness and Religious Ministry personnel, Uniformed Services University-Consortium for Health and Military Performance, and Navy Medicine. Maintains working relationships with an interdisciplinary team who provides services related to physical, mental, spiritual, social fitness, sleep, and nutrition. Ensures alignment between programs and methodologies, mission, and vision aligns.
Manages distribution and movement of secure information that is proprietary, privileged, confidential or otherwise legally exempt from disclosure such as treatment records, follow-up care, reconditioning programs, referrals, and subjective, objective, assessment and planning notes. Inspects and ensures installations safeguards sensitive information and prevents unauthorized reading, printing, retaining, copying, or dissemination of information, messages, or correspondence in accordance with rules and regulations such as those covered by the Privacy Act, 5 USC 552(a), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Public Law 104-191, and DoD Directive 6025.18. The incumbent notifies supervisor immediately when proprietary information has been released and advises on how to properly recover and protect information.
Functions as an integrated member of an interdisciplinary team for the development of human performance capabilities.
May serve as a participant in advisory boards, working groups, and collaborations related to MCTF, WARR, and other committees to enhance primary prevention efforts across the Marine Corps.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Take action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. 

This position requires the incumbent to have a valid, state issued driver's license.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A master's degree or doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution degree in exercise, performance or sport psychology, a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) by the Association for Applied Sports Psychology (AASP), AND 1 year of experience is required.
Proficiency in applying a wide range of professional performance-based applied mental skills tools, assessments, and implementation methods to a diverse military population. Skilled working with athletes, military personnel, or first responders developing short and long-term or mission specific performance programs. Knowledge of military operational or athlete specific lifestyles, and situations which can contribute to stress, performance anxiety, self-efficacy, and self-determination, performance enhancement, and injury recovery. Ability to communicate and educate large groups that consist of a wide variety of audiences. Experience in developing, planning, and initiating programs to support mental performance for Marines and their families. Capability to provide professional expertise, consultation, and ensure increased awareness in the areas of tactical and operational performance, interpersonal enhancement strategies, mental health optimization, and enhanced coordination of services.
Expertise in delivering professional consultation and fostering awareness across tactical and operational effectiveness, interpersonal development strategies, mental health resilience, and integrated service coordination. Ability to consult with individual Marines and authorized patrons regarding assessments, goal setting, performance plan development and implementation, and follow-up or referral as needed. Demonstrated understanding of the mental health literacy requirements of high-performing individuals' particularly in areas such as physical and injury recovery, reconditioning, and stress management with the ability to create targeted written content that educates, empowers, and enhances mental performance skills.
Skills to review standardized course content of a similar scope and complexity and make recommendations regarding standardized content for target populations as part of a working group. Expertise in guiding and coaching performance mental health modalities such as mental imagery, goal development, concentration skills, anxiety and arousal control, and relaxation techniques not associated with healthcare or treatment. Proficient with administering and interpreting various evidence-based cognitive assessment tools such as neuro or biofeedback, athlete mindfulness questionnaires, self-regulation assessments, neuro-visual training tools, and transcranial brain stimulation.

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