Clinical Psychologist (Child & Adolescent Focus)

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Clinical Psychologist in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, specializing in child and adolescent mental health. The role involves comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based therapy within a multidisciplinary team to support young people and families.

You will collaborate with schools and healthcare professionals, maintain confidential records, and contribute to community outreach.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Registration with HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist is essential.
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience with a focus on children and adolescents.
• Strong diagnostic, therapeutic and clinical reasoning skills.
• Knowledge of development, psychopathology and evidence-based youth treatments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each client.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy (CBT, play therapy, family systems).
• Manage a caseload of child and adolescent clients with diverse concerns.
• Collaborate with parents, schools and other professionals for coordinated care.
• Maintain confidential records in line with ethical standards.
• Participate in case conferences and MDT meetings.
• Offer crisis intervention and support to families during distress.
• Stay updated with latest research and guidelines in youth clinical psychology.
• Contribute to community outreach programs promoting mental health awareness.

Skills

Assessment expertise

Child & adolescent focus

Therapy skills

Ethical practice

Communication

Education

Master's/Doctoral in Clinical Psychology

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading community health and wellness center located in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking a highly qualified and compassionate Clinical Psychologist with a specialization in child and adolescent mental health. This critical role involves providing comprehensive psychological assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic intervention for young individuals facing a range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to promoting mental well‑being and resilience in children and adolescents within the Eastern Cape community. This position requires a profound understanding of developmental psychology, psychopathology in youth, and evidence‑based therapeutic modalities. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating to provide holistic care and support to families.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents.
• Develop and implement evidence‑based treatment plans tailored to individual client needs.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using various therapeutic approaches (e.g., CBT, play therapy, family systems therapy).
• Manage a caseload of child and adolescent clients presenting with diverse mental health concerns.
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, schools, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in accordance with ethical and legal standards.
• Participate in case conferences and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Offer crisis intervention and support to clients and families during acute distress.
• Stay updated with the latest research, best practices, and ethical guidelines in clinical psychology, particularly concerning child and adolescent mental health.
• Contribute to community outreach programs aimed at promoting mental health awareness and prevention.

Requirements

• A Master's or Doctoral degree (e.g., M.Psych, D.Psych) in Clinical Psychology from an accredited institution is mandatory.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Clinical Psychologist is essential.
• A minimum of 5 years of post‑qualification experience in clinical psychology, with a significant focus on child and adolescent populations.
• Proven expertise in conducting psychological assessments and providing therapy for common childhood and adolescent disorders.
• In‑depth knowledge of child development, psychopathology, and evidence‑based treatment modalities for youth.
• Excellent diagnostic, therapeutic, and clinical reasoning skills.
• Strong ethical grounding and adherence to professional standards.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and report‑writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to serve the community of Queenstown, Eastern Cape.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, reflecting the importance and demands of this role. Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits are provided. Opportunities for continuing professional development, including specialized training and conferences, are supported. You will work within a professional and supportive team environment in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, contributing to vital community mental health services. This role offers the profound satisfaction of making a significant positive impact on the lives of young individuals and their families.