Child Psychologist - Benoni (Remote)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Professional development opportunities

Supportive remote clinical colleagues

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly qualified Child Psychologist to join a fully remote team in South Africa. The role focuses on assessments, diagnoses, and therapeutic interventions for children and adolescents via telehealth.

You will work with families and schools to deliver evidence-based treatment, maintain secure records, and stay updated on telehealth practices. This remote position supports flexible home-based work across SA.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with child specialization.
• Registered with HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist.
• Minimum 5 years post-doctoral experience in child/adolescent psychology.
• Experience providing therapy and assessment via telehealth.
• Strong diagnostic skills for child/adolescent mental health.
• Excellent communication and empathy for remote interactions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and diagnostic evaluations via telehealth.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy via secure platforms.
• Offer consultation to parents/guardians and schools.
• Monitor progress and maintain electronic health records.
• Stay current with telehealth best practices.
• Collaborate with remote healthcare professionals and refer as needed.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines, licensing, and privacy regulations.

Skills

Telehealth experience

Diagnostic skills

Remote autonomy

Strong communication

Empathy

Digital record keeping

Internet access

Education

Ph.D./Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology (child development)

Tools

Secure telehealth platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Child Psychologist to join their expanding remote team. This position focuses on providing comprehensive mental health services to children and adolescents, offering assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions. Operating remotely, you will leverage telehealth platforms to connect with young clients and their families, providing expert psychological support regardless of their geographical location within South Africa. This role is designed for a dedicated professional who is adept at virtual practice and committed to enhancing the mental well-being of young individuals through innovative, accessible care, supporting them from their own remote settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents via telehealth.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each child.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy sessions using secure virtual platforms.
• Offer consultation and support to parents, guardians, and educational institutions.
• Monitor client progress, document therapeutic interventions, and maintain accurate electronic health records.
• Stay current with best practices in child psychology and telehealth service delivery.
• Collaborate with other remote healthcare professionals and refer to specialists as needed.
• Ensure adherence to all ethical guidelines, licensing requirements, and data privacy regulations.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in child development or pediatrics.
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Clinical Psychologist.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral experience in child and adolescent psychology.
• Proven experience and comfort with providing therapy and assessment via telehealth platforms.
• Strong diagnostic skills and expertise in treating various child and adolescent mental health conditions.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills, adapted for remote interaction.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a virtual caseload effectively.
• Access to a reliable internet connection and a private, secure home office environment for remote work.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary and the flexibility of working from home.
• Our client provides a robust telehealth infrastructure, continuous professional development opportunities, and a supportive network of remote clinical colleagues.
• You will have the satisfaction of providing essential mental health services to children and adolescents across diverse locations, contributing significantly to their well-being without the need for physical travel.