Remote Sports Psychologist: Elevate Athletes' Performance

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance incentives

Remote-friendly

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Sports Psychologist to support athletes remotely, enhancing mental game, focus, and coping strategies for competitive pressures.

The role requires a registered psychologist with sports psychology expertise, strong communication, and active listening skills. Telehealth delivery and ethical practice are essential, with a holistic approach to athlete development.

Qualifikationen

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology with a specialization in Sports Psychology.
• Registered Psychologist with the relevant professional board (e.g., HPCSA in South Africa).
• Experience as a Sports Psychologist with athletes or teams.

Aufgaben

• Provide individual and group counseling to athletes on mental skills and well-being.
• Develop and implement tailored mental conditioning programs.
• Assist athletes in managing performance anxiety, stress, and confidence issues.
• Educate athletes, coaches, and parents on psychological principles relevant to sports performance.
• Conduct assessments to identify strengths and development areas.
• Collaborate with coaches and support staff to optimize performance environment.
• Stay updated with current sports psychology research and ethics.
• Maintain confidential records and remote service delivery.

Kenntnisse

Empathy

Active listening

Communication

Telehealth

Ausbildung

Master's or Doctoral in Psychology (Sports Psychology)

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Sports Psychologist to support athletes remotely, enhancing mental game, focus, and coping strategies for competitive pressures.

The role requires a registered psychologist with sports psychology expertise, strong communication, and active listening skills. Telehealth delivery and ethical practice are essential, with a holistic approach to athlete development.