Remote Sleep Consultant & Behavioral Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Professional development

Startup environment

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Sleep Consultant & Behavioral Specialist to join a rapidly growing digital health startup focused on sleep wellbeing. You will deliver CBT-I–based coaching via video calls, guiding clients toward restorative sleep from their home office.

The role requires a Master's or Doctoral degree in psychology or sleep science, 4+ years in behavioral health, and strong telehealth skills.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in psychology or related field.
• 4+ years counseling or clinical practice in sleep/behavioral health.
• Certification in Sleep Coaching or CBT-I preferred.
• Deep knowledge of sleep physiology and CBT-I.
• Excellent virtual communication and motivational interviewing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive virtual sleep assessments.
• Develop CBT-I based sleep plans.
• Provide one-on-one coaching via video calls.
• Educate on sleep hygiene, chronobiology, and lifestyle factors.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans.
• Analyze sleep data and feedback to refine interventions.
• Create content on sleep health and behavior change.
• Stay updated on sleep science and best practices.
• Maintain confidential client records in secure platform.
• Collaborate with product team to enhance platform.

Skills

Sleep psychology

CBT-I

Virtual coaching

Empathy

Motivational interviewing

Education

Master's or PhD in Psychology or Sleep Science

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Scheduling software

Electronic health records

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing digital health startup focused on improving sleep hygiene and addressing sleep disorders, is seeking a Remote Sleep Consultant & Behavioral Specialist. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from your home office. You will be instrumental in providing personalized guidance and evidence-based strategies to clients struggling with sleep issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in behavioral science, sleep psychology, or a related field, coupled with excellent virtual coaching abilities. You will help clients understand the root causes of their sleep disturbances and implement practical, sustainable changes to improve their sleep quality and overall well-being. Join a mission-driven company dedicated to enhancing lives through better sleep, operating in a fully remote capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive virtual assessments to understand clients' sleep patterns, lifestyle, and potential contributing factors to sleep disturbances.
• Develop personalized sleep improvement plans based on cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) principles and other evidence-based approaches.
• Provide one-on-one coaching sessions via video calls to guide clients through their sleep programs.
• Educate clients on sleep hygiene, chronobiology, and the impact of diet, exercise, and environment on sleep.
• Monitor client progress, offer support, and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
• Analyze sleep data and client feedback to refine interventions.
• Create informative content (e.g., articles, guides, webinars) related to sleep health and behavior change.
• Stay updated on the latest research and best practices in sleep science and behavioral health.
• Maintain detailed, confidential client records using the company's secure digital platform.
• Collaborate with the product development team to enhance the client experience and platform offerings.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Behavioral Science, Sleep Science, or a related field.
• Certification or specialized training in Sleep Coaching or CBT-I is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in counseling, coaching, or clinical practice related to sleep or behavioral health.
• Deep understanding of sleep physiology, common sleep disorders, and behavioral interventions.
• Proven ability to apply CBT-I principles and other sleep-focused therapeutic techniques.
• Excellent virtual communication, empathy, and motivational interviewing skills.
• Proficiency with telehealth platforms, scheduling software, and digital record-keeping.
• Strong self-discipline, organizational skills, and time management for effective remote work.
• Ability to explain complex scientific concepts in an accessible manner.
• A genuine commitment to helping individuals achieve restorative sleep.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Fully remote position, offering significant flexibility and autonomy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in sleep science.
• Be part of an innovative startup at the forefront of digital sleep health.
• Work with a passionate and collaborative team focused on client success.
• Contribute directly to product development and company growth.
• Flexible working hours.