Mental Performance Coach - Rehab & Lower System

The Toronto Blue Jays are seeking a collaborative, motivated Mental Performance Coach (MPC) to support our Rehab environment and lower-level affiliates, as assigned. Final coverage and affiliate responsibilities will be determined by organizational needs and the successful candidate’s experience, training, and strengths.

This is a full-time, salaried, exempt non-benefitted position. The position is based at the Blue Jays Player Development Complex (PDC) in Dunedin, Florida. The successful candidate must reside in Florida by the position’s start date, work regularly on-site at the PDC, and travel to affiliates and organizational camps as needed.

The MPC will work directly with players and staff and contribute to the continued growth of an integrated Mental Performance department focused on education, practical application, individualized support, and collaboration across Player Development and High Performance. We value strong relationships, adaptability, service, and a team-first approach. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities listed below represent the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Programming

Support department-wide initiatives and pilot programs serving players and staff in Rehab and the lower system.

Contribute to the execution and continued development of the department’s near- and long-term strategic vision.

Player & Staff Development

Deliver department-aligned individual and group sessions that develop self-awareness, self-advocacy, purpose, attention, composure, and commitment.

Provide mental performance education and performance-focused support to players and staff.

Develop individualized player plans aligned with Player Development objectives.

Recognize potential mental health concerns, work within professional scope, and coordinate appropriate referrals with the EAP Director.

Collaboration & Applied Practice

Partner with coaches to integrate mental performance strategies into daily training and competition.

Support on-field activities in collaboration with Player Development coaches, as needed.

Collaborate with High Performance (HP) and Player Development (PD) staff to support coordinated player development.

Apply evidence-informed practices, including Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI), as appropriate.

Communicate and facilitate effectively across individual, group, and interdisciplinary settings.

Reporting & Communication

Provide twice-monthly player development updates and relevant insights to appropriate stakeholders, while maintaining professional confidentiality, appropriate boundaries, and established information-sharing requirements.

Maintain timely, accurate documentation and contribute to department reporting on player development and program impact.

Team Fit & Professional Growth

Demonstrate humility, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning; welcome feedback, share ideas, collaborate generously, and contribute to a service-minded, team-first culture.

Qualifications

Required

Master’s degree in sport psychology, performance psychology, or a related field.

Applied experience working with professional, military, and/or collegiate athletes.

Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) credential or eligibility to pursue certification (mentorship available).

Demonstrated effectiveness in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

Commitment to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) Code of Ethics.

Ability to obtain and maintain required travel documentation, including a valid passport, and to travel domestically and internationally as required by the position.

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and variable hours.

Preferred

Professional working proficiency in English and Spanish.

Baseball experience as a coach or player.

Familiarity with statistical and video analysis tools.

Working knowledge of ACT and MI approaches.

Organizational Impact & Values

This role reflects the Toronto Blue Jays’ CLEAR values: Collaborate, Learn, Empower, Achieve, and Respect. The successful candidate will help foster an inclusive environment where players and staff can develop, contribute, and perform at their best, while strengthening a culture of resilience, accountability, and high performance.

Contract Details

Anticipated start date: December 1, 2026 (subject to confirmation). Salary and additional contract details will be discussed during the hiring process.

Application Process

Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and references through the official Toronto Blue Jays application posting.

Blue Jays has a strong commitment to diversity, accessibility and inclusion. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply and join us in shaping the future of our club. Together, we will build a team that reflects the richness of the game and the communities that we represent.

Throughout the recruitment process, we are dedicated to working with candidates who have accessibility needs to ensure they have the necessary support to perform at their best. Questions regarding accessibility throughout the recruitment process can be directed to [email protected].