Elite Sports Psychologist — Performance & Mindset Coach

Placements24; Randburg; Presencial; ZAR 800.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Sports Psychologist to support athletes and teams with performance optimization and mental well-being. The role includes delivering individual and group counseling, developing mental skills programs, and collaborating with coaches to integrate psychological strategies into training.

Ideal candidates hold an advanced psychology degree with sports psychology specialization, HPCSA registration, and at least five years of practical experience working

Formación

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Sports Psychologist with athletes and teams.
• Registered with HPCSA or equivalent.
• Specialization in sports psychology and mental skills training.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and ethical practice.

Responsabilidades

• Provide individual and group counseling to athletes, addressing performance anxiety, motivation, focus, and team dynamics.
• Develop and implement mental skills training programs to enhance performance and well-being.
• Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to identify development needs.
• Collaborate with coaches and support staff to integrate strategies into training and competition.
• Assist athletes in coping with injury rehabilitation and career transitions.
• Educate athletes and coaches on mental health and performance optimization.
• Maintain confidential records of sessions and progress.
• Stay current with research and best practices in sports psychology.
• Contribute to the development of sports psychology services in Randburg.
• Provide crisis intervention during high-pressure situations.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Communication

Team collaboration

Mental skills training

Educación

MSc/PhD in Psychology (Sports Psychology)

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Sports Psychologist to support athletes and teams with performance optimization and mental well-being. The role includes delivering individual and group counseling, developing mental skills programs, and collaborating with coaches to integrate psychological strategies into training.

Ideal candidates hold an advanced psychology degree with sports psychology specialization, HPCSA registration, and at least five years of practical experience working