Sports Nutritionist - Benoni

Placements24; Benoni; Presencial; ZAR 360 000 - 600 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Modern training facilities

Continued education support

Professional certifications support

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a certified and experienced Sports Nutritionist to join our Benoni team, supporting athletes with tailored diet and hydration plans, assessments, and nutrition education.

You will collaborate with coaches and medical staff, monitor progress, and stay current with research to optimize performance, recovery, and overall health.

Qualificações

• RD certification with sports nutrition specialization.
• Minimum 3 years' experience working with athletes.
• Strong knowledge of exercise physiology and metabolism.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct nutritional assessments and develop individualized diet and hydration plans for athletes.
• Educate athletes, coaches, and parents on sports nutrition principles, healthy eating habits, and supplement use.
• Monitor athletes' progress and adjust nutrition plans as needed based on performance, training load, and health status.
• Collaborate with medical staff to manage nutrition-related health issues and eating disorders.
• Stay updated on the latest research and trends in sports nutrition and performance.

Conhecimentos

Sports nutrition

Dietary assessment

Athlete education

Counseling skills

Assessment tools

Formação académica

Registered Dietitian (RD) with sports nutrition specialization

Ferramentas

Nutrition software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client is looking for a certified and experienced Sports Nutritionist to join their team supporting athletes in Benoni . You will be responsible for assessing nutritional needs, developing personalized diet plans, and educating athletes on the role of nutrition in performance, recovery, and overall health. This role is vital for optimizing athletic potential and ensuring athletes maintain peak physical condition. You will collaborate closely with coaches and medical staff to provide integrated care, contributing to the success of our athletic programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and develop individualized diet and hydration plans for athletes.
• Educate athletes, coaches, and parents on sports nutrition principles, healthy eating habits, and supplement use.
• Monitor athletes' progress and adjust nutrition plans as needed based on performance, training load, and health status.
• Collaborate with medical staff to manage nutrition-related health issues and eating disorders.
• Stay updated on the latest research and trends in sports nutrition and performance.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or equivalent credential with a specialization in sports nutrition.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with athletes at various levels.
• Strong knowledge of exercise physiology, sports performance, and human metabolism.
• Excellent communication, counseling, and motivational skills.
• Proficiency in relevant assessment tools and software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work directly with dedicated athletes and support their goals.
• Access to modern training and nutritional assessment facilities.
• Support for continuing education and professional certifications in sports nutrition .
• A collaborative environment focused on maximizing athlete potential.