Child Psychologist

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive福利

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive clinical environment

Generous leave and study leave

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a qualified Child Psychologist to assess, diagnose, and treat emotional, behavioral, and developmental disorders in children and adolescents. You will collaborate with families, schools, and other professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans within a respectful practice that values evidence-based care.

You will conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop and implement CBT and play therapy interventions, and provide individual, family, and group

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology with specialization in child clinical psychology.
• Registered or eligible for registration with the relevant professional board.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in child/adolescent psychology.
• Expertise in various assessment tools and therapeutic modalities.
• Excellent diagnostic, clinical, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents.
• Develop and implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions (e.g., CBT, play therapy).
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with parents, educators, and other professionals to support child development and well-being.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with ethical standards.

Skills

Diagnostic assessment

Interpersonal communication

Clinical expertise

Family therapy

Group therapy

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology (child clinical)

Tools

Assessment tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly qualified and compassionate Child Psychologist to provide specialized mental health services in Randburg . This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating emotional, behavioural, and developmental disorders in children and adolescents. You will work collaboratively with families, schools, and other healthcare professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans. This is an opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of young individuals and their families, within a respected practice that values evidence-based care and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents.
• Develop and implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions (e.g., CBT, play therapy).
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with parents, educators, and other professionals to support child development and well-being.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with ethical standards.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology with a specialization in child clinical psychology.
• Registered or eligible for registration with the relevant professional board.
• Minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience in child and adolescent psychology.
• Expertise in various assessment tools and therapeutic modalities.
• Excellent diagnostic, clinical, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development, research, and further specialization.
• Supportive and collaborative clinical environment.
• Generous annual leave and study leave.
• State-of-the-art facilities and resources.