Spa Team Leader
As Wellness Counselor at Miraval The Red Sea, your main role is providing professional guidance and support to guests on their journey toward emotional, mental, and holistic well-being. This role integrates therapeutic counseling, mindfulness coaching, and stress management techniques to promote self-awareness, personal growth, and emotional balance. The Wellness Counselor will conduct individual and group sessions, offering evidence-based strategies for stress reduction, emotional resilience, and mental clarity. The role aligns with Miraval’s philosophy of mindfulness, balance, and transformation while adhering to Saudi Arabia’s hospitality and wellness industry regulations. Job Description • Provide individual and group wellness counseling sessions tailored to each guest's needs • Offer guidance on stress management, emotional well-being, and mindfulness practices using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, MBSR, and holistic coaching • Empower guests with tools for self-reflection, relaxation, and personal transformation in a compassionate, confidential, and culturally sensitive environment • Develop and facilitate wellness workshops focused on mindfulness, emotional resilience, and self-care • Create customized well-being programs for guests seeking deeper emotional and mental balance • Collaborate with well-being practitioners to integrate holistic therapies, movement practices, and healing modalities • Maintain ethical and professional standards in compliance with Saudi Arabia's health and wellness regulations • Maintain accurate and confidential guest records in accordance with industry guidelines • Support the training and mentoring of team members in mindfulness and emotional well-being techniques • Stay current with the latest research in mental well-being, mindfulness, and holistic therapies • Continuously refine counseling methodologies to meet evolving guest needs • Participate in team meetings, wellness retreats, and professional development opportunities
Job Requirements • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Holistic Therapy, or a related field; formal certifications accepted • Minimum 3 years of experience in wellness counseling, mindfulness coaching, or holistic mental health support • Certification in mindfulness-based therapy, stress reduction, or wellness coaching preferred • Experience in a luxury wellness resort, retreat center, or integrative health setting is an advantage • Strong understanding of mindfulness, stress management, emotional intelligence, and personal growth methodologies • Proficiency in English; Arabic language skills are a plus • Exceptional communication, public speaking, and guest engagement skills • Empathetic, adaptable, and responsive to guests with varying emotional well-being needs and personal goals • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing counseling sessions and guest records • Proficient in digital tools including email, word processing, and spreadsheets • Ability to model mindfulness and inspire meaningful emotional and mental growth in guests