Child Development Specialist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work model

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a dedicated Child Development Specialist to support the healthy development of children in care programs. The role involves on-site and remote collaboration with educators, parents, and external agencies to create tailored intervention plans.

You will assess development across multiple domains, implement individualized strategies, and train staff in best practices. This hybrid role offers growth opportunities and meaningful impact on children's

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent qualification in Child Psychology, Developmental Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum of (Specify Years, e.g., 5) years of experience working directly with children in a developmental capacity.
• Strong knowledge of child development theories and assessment tools.
• Experience with early intervention programs.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in virtual communication and collaboration tools for hybrid work.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's developmental progress across cognitive, social, emotional, and physical domains.
• Develop and implement individualized intervention strategies for children requiring additional support.
• Provide guidance and training to childcare staff on child development best practices.
• Collaborate with parents to create consistent support strategies between home and the center.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of assessments and interventions.
• Liaise with external specialists and therapists as needed for comprehensive child support.

Skills

Child development theory

Developmental assessment tools

Early intervention programs

Analytical skills

Report writing

Hybrid collaboration tools

Education

Master's degree in Child Psychology / Developmental Psychology or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Child Development Specialist to join their team in Port Elizabeth . This role is crucial for supporting the healthy development of children within their care programs, offering expertise in developmental milestones, behavioral support, and early intervention strategies. You will work both on-site and remotely, collaborating with educators, parents, and external agencies to create tailored support plans. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the foundational years of children's lives in the Eastern Cape and to be part of an organization committed to fostering optimal child growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess children's developmental progress across various domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical).
• Develop and implement individualized intervention strategies for children requiring additional support.
• Provide guidance and training to childcare staff on child development best practices.
• Collaborate with parents to create consistent support strategies between home and the center.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of assessments and interventions.
• Liaise with external specialists and therapists as needed for comprehensive child support.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent qualification in Child Psychology, Developmental Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of (Specify Years, e.g., 5) years of experience working directly with children in a developmental capacity.
• Strong knowledge of child development theories and assessment tools.
• Experience with early intervention programs.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in virtual communication and collaboration tools for hybrid work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a hybrid model, balancing office and remote work.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment in Port Elizabeth .
• Make a significant impact on children's developmental journeys.