Sports Psychologist (1343)

Team Saudi; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Saudi is seeking a qualified sport psychologist to deliver mental skills training, resilience support, and performance coaching for athletes and coaches within our Olympic and emerging sports programs.

You will run one-on-one and group sessions, assist with psychological profiling and readiness assessments, collaborate with coaches, promote wellbeing, and maintain records to inform program development.

Qualifications

• Graduate sport psychologist with valid accreditation.
• Experience delivering mental skills training to athletes and coaches.
• Ability to collaborate with coaches and staff and maintain safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group mental skills sessions.
• Support performance anxiety management and composure.
• Collaborate with coaches to integrate psychology into training.
• Maintain records and report progress to senior manager.

Skills

Sport psychology

Interpersonal communication

Collaborative mindset

Education

Master's in Sport Psychology

Job description

Job Purpose

To deliver sport psychology services that enhance athletes' mental skills, resilience, and performance consistency. The role focuses on providing direct psychological support to athletes and coaches, implementing mental skills training, and contributing to wellbeing initiatives within Team Saudi's Olympic and emerging sports programs.

• Deliver one-on-one and group sessions focused on mental skills such as confidence, focus, coping strategies, and pre-competition routines.
• Support athletes in managing performance anxiety and maintaining composure under pressure.
• Assist in psychological profiling and readiness assessments as part of athlete development plans.

Job Purpose

To deliver sport psychology services that enhance athletes' mental skills, resilience, and performance consistency. The role focuses on providing direct psychological support to athletes and coaches, implementing mental skills training, and contributing to wellbeing initiatives within Team Saudi's Olympic and emerging sports programs.

Athlete Support & Mental Skills Training

• Deliver one-on-one and group sessions focused on mental skills such as confidence, focus, coping strategies, and pre-competition routines.
• Support athletes in managing performance anxiety and maintaining composure under pressure.
• Assist in psychological profiling and readiness assessments as part of athlete development plans.

Coach & Staff Collaboration

• Work closely with coaches and support staff to integrate psychological principles into training environments.
• Provide practical advice on athlete motivation, behavior, and psychological readiness.

Wellbeing & Mental Health Support

• Contribute to mental health screening and referral processes in collaboration with clinical professionals.
• Promote athlete wellbeing through proactive education and support initiatives.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of interventions and athlete progress.
• Provide feedback and insights to the Senior Manager to inform program development.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards and safeguarding policies

Our Commitment

At Team Saudi, we care deeply about creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for our athletes and employees. We welcome applicants who demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful workplace where everyone is protected, valued, and given fair opportunities to thrive.