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AEG

Mental Performance Coach

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120K/yr

Position Summary The Mental Performance Coach is responsible for enhancing the psychological readiness, resilience, and overall mental well-being of individual players, coaches, and staff within a ...

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Sharp Performance Coach

$25 - $80/hr

Our coaches have lived the job. Our methods come from the cognitive performance world of U.S ... S. Special Operations community, helping members build the mental resilience to perform at their ...

JLL

Performance Coach

Chicago, IL · On-site

Performance Services Coach What this job involves: Join our HR Operations team as a Performance ... mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include: * 401(k) plan with ...

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Performance Coach

Dallas, TX · On-site

Performance Services Coach What this job involves: Join our HR Operations team as a Performance ... mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include: * 401(k) plan with ...

Hyperion Biotechnology

Cognitive Performance Specialist

TX · On-site

$68K - $75K/yr

Three (3) years of experience as a mental performance coach at the collegiate level at least. Experience with professional athletic organizations, Olympic organizations and athletes and tactical ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for mental performance coach in the United States is $27.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $32.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mental performance coach?

A Mental Performance Coach helps individuals, particularly athletes and performers, develop the mental skills needed to enhance performance, resilience, and focus. They use techniques like goal setting, visualization, mindfulness, and confidence-building strategies to optimize mindset and decision-making under pressure. Their role is to strengthen mental toughness, improve motivation, and assist clients in overcoming performance barriers to achieve peak results.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a mental performance coach?

As a Mental Performance Coach, your daily responsibilities often include conducting one-on-one or group coaching sessions, developing personalized mental training programs, and assessing clients’ progress using various psychological tools. You may collaborate with athletes, coaches, and other support staff to address both individual and team needs, ensuring strategies are integrated into training routines. Ongoing research and continual learning are also important, as staying updated on new mental performance techniques is key to providing the best support. This dynamic role allows coaches to have a significant impact on client success and well-being, while offering diverse and engaging daily experiences.

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

To thrive as a Mental Performance Coach, you need expertise in sports psychology, a solid understanding of mental conditioning techniques, and a relevant degree or certification in psychology, coaching, or a related field. Familiarity with assessment tools, biofeedback devices, and specialized performance training software is valuable for tracking client progress. Strong communication, motivational skills, and the ability to build trust are essential soft skills that set top coaches apart. These qualifications ensure clients receive effective support tailored to their mental and emotional performance goals in high-pressure environments.

How do I become a mental performance coach?

To become a mental performance coach, individuals typically pursue relevant education such as a degree in psychology, sports psychology, or a related field, and obtain specialized certifications like the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) from the Association for Applied Sport Psychology. Gaining experience through internships or working with athletes or clients is also important, along with developing skills in coaching, communication, and mental skills training. Continuous professional development helps maintain certification and stay updated on best practices.

What does a mental performance coach do?

A mental performance coach helps individuals improve their mental skills, such as focus, confidence, and stress management, to enhance performance in sports, work, or other areas. They use techniques like visualization, goal setting, and mindfulness, often working with athletes or professionals to optimize mental resilience and motivation.
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Infographic showing various Mental Performance Coach job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,204 per year, or $28 per hour.

Mental Performance Coach

AEG

San Jose, CA • On-site

$120K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Conduct individual and group sessions to develop players' mental skills such as confidence, focus, emotional regulation, and resilience.

  • Collaborate with coaching and performance staff to integrate mental performance strategies into player development plans and team culture initiatives.

  • Attend training sessions, matches, and travel as an embedded team member to support mental performance and facilitate interdepartmental collaboration.

Job description

Position Summary
The Mental Performance Coach is responsible for enhancing the psychological readiness, resilience, and overall mental well-being of individual players, coaches, and staff within a professional football organization.
This role integrates performance psychology, leadership development, and culture-building strategies to help the entire organization perform at its highest level on and off the field.
The Mental Performance Coach will be fully embedded in the team environment - attending training sessions, matches, and travel - and works collaboratively across departments (health and performance, coaching staff, operations etc.) to foster a high-performance environment grounded in communication, composure, accountability, and continuous growth.
Key Responsibilities
Player Mental Performance
  1. Conduct individual and group sessions focusing on confidence building, focus, decision-making under pressure, emotional regulation, and mental resilience.
  2. As part of player individual development plans (IDPs) develop personalized mental performance plans aligned with each player's goals, role, and team expectations.
  3. Support players in navigating challenges such as return to play following injury, performance 'dips', transitions, and career stressors.
  4. Use evidence-based techniques to design and deliver mental skills training in areas such as visualization, mindfulness, game-day preparation, and recovery routines.
  5. Work closely with medical, performance, and coaching staff to ensure mental performance strategies are integrated into holistic IDPs.
  6. Coordinate with licensed mental health professionals to provide referrals and ensure continuity of care.
  7. Maintains player records in line with confidentiality standards and relevant regulatory and professional body requirements.

Team Culture & Performance
  1. Collaborate with the Head Coach and performance team to define and sustain the team's culture, values, and behavioral standards.
  2. Facilitate team workshops on communication, trust-building, accountability, conflict resolution, and team cohesion.
  3. Support leadership development within the player group (captains, veteran leaders, rookies) to strengthen the team's internal leadership structure.
  4. Analyze team dynamics and provide actionable insights to enhance on-field decision-making and collaboration.
  5. Assist in managing team-wide 'stress levels', especially during high-pressure periods such as playoffs, losing streaks, or media scrutiny.

Coaching & Staff Development
  1. Provide coaching, mentorship, and resources to other team staff on effective communication, leadership, and performance psychology principles.
  2. Train staff in mental skills strategies that can be incorporated into their own work with players.
  3. In close collaboration with HR, support staff well-being, burnout prevention, and personal growth to maintain a high-functioning environment across the organization.
  4. Facilitate interdepartmental collaboration and alignment to ensure consistent messaging and support across the team (staff and players).
  5. Attend team training sessions, matches, and travel as an embedded member of the high-performance team.
  6. Communicate regularly with the coaching and performance staff to align mental skills programming with team tactical and physical performance goals (IDPs).

Organizational Support & Strategy
  1. Contribute psychological insights into player recruitment, drafting, onboarding, and transition processes.
  2. Provide regular reports to leadership (while upholding ethical boundaries and confidentiality).
  3. Serve as an ambassador for mental performance within the organization, promoting a supportive and stigma-free environment.

Research, Innovation, & Program Development
  1. Stay current with sport psychology and mental performance research to inform program design and delivery.
  2. Develop assessment tools and metrics to evaluate the impact of mental performance interventions.

Other duties
  1. As assigned.

THE BAY WAY
  1. Acts with humility and puts the team first, prioritizing tasks and decisions based on team and organizational needs.
  2. Collaborates across departments to improve workflows, engaging in healthy conflict resolution and supporting teammates through challenges or mistakes.
  3. Seeks feedback and takes initiative, completing projects independently and asking for help when needed.
  4. Lives out The Bay Way consistently, demonstrating alignment in day-to-day situations and identifying new opportunities that support the club's needs.

REQUIREMENTS
  • Master's or doctoral degree in Sport Science, Sport Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field.
  • A Certified Mental Performance Consultant - CMPC is preferred.
  • The following certifications will be considered (final determination to be made by the Club and the League)
    • International Society of Sports Psychology Registration (ISSP-R)
    • USOPC Mental Health Registry
    • National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) - Certified Mental Toughness Coach
    • Human Performance Institute (HPI) - Certified Corporate Athlete
    • Institute of Coaching Professional Association (ICPA)

Candidates with these non-CMPC certifications will need to provide documentation of league required domain specific training and supervision.
  • Minimum 3 years' experience working with elite athletes either individually or in a team sport setting (collegiate, professional, Olympic, or similar standard in another domain).
  • Experience with individual coaching and group facilitation.
  • Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel with the team.

Preferred Qualifications
  1. Licensed Mental Health Provider or advanced degree in a related field.
  2. Master's or Doctorate in Sport Psychology or Clinical Psychology.

Compensation
The base salary for this role begins at $120,000. Actual starting pay may vary based on a range of factors which can include experience, skills, and scope.
Bay FC is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1992

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