Psychosocial Counsellor

Psychosocial Counsellor Job in Ndola – ZESCO United Football Club.

ZESCO United Football Club is inviting applications from qualified and compassionate professionals for the position of Psychosocial Counsellor. This full-time opportunity is based in Ndola, Copperbelt Province, and is ideal for individuals with experience in counselling, mental health, and psychosocial support.

The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting the mental well-being of players and other members of the club by providing professional counselling services, emotional support, and psychosocial interventions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of Zambia's leading football clubs while supporting athletes in achieving both personal and professional success.

Position Details

Vacancies: 1

About the Role

The Psychosocial Counsellor will provide confidential counselling services and mental health support to individuals within the football club. The role involves helping clients manage emotional, psychological, behavioural, and social challenges that may affect their overall well-being and performance.

Working closely with club management, coaches, medical personnel, and other support staff, the successful candidate will promote positive mental health, resilience, and personal development while maintaining high ethical and professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

• ● Provide individual psychosocial counselling and emotional support.

• ● Assess clients' mental health and psychosocial needs.

• ● Develop appropriate counselling and support plans.

• ● Promote mental health awareness and emotional well-being within the club.

• ● Assist individuals in managing stress, anxiety, emotional challenges, and personal issues.

• ● Maintain confidential counselling records and documentation.

• ● Refer clients to specialised services where necessary.

• ● Work collaboratively with coaches, medical staff, and management to support holistic player welfare.

• ● Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and safeguarding standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• ● A Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, Psychosocial Counselling, Mental Health Studies, or a related field.

• ● Registration with a recognised professional counselling or psychology body.

• ● Minimum of three (3) years of experience providing counselling or psychosocial support services.

• ● Experience working with young people, athletes, or within high-performance environments will be an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• ● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• ● Strong listening and counselling abilities.

• ● Empathy, compassion, and professionalism.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

• ● Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.

• ● Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

• ● Good organisational and record-keeping skills.

Why This Role Matters

Mental health plays an important role in sports performance and overall well-being. Professional athletes often face pressure related to competition, injuries, career development, and personal life. A Psychosocial Counsellor helps individuals build resilience, manage stress, improve emotional health, and maintain a positive mindset, enabling them to perform at their best both on and off the field.

About ZESCO United Football Club

ZESCO United Football Club is one of Zambia's most successful professional football clubs, competing in the Zambia Super League. The club is recognised for its commitment to excellence, player development, and professional sports management. In addition to developing football talent, the club values the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of its players and staff by promoting a supportive and high-performance environment.