Child Psychologist (Clinical)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; CAD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development support

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly qualified Clinical Child Psychologist to join a multidisciplinary mental health team in a dynamic hybrid setting. You will assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders in children and adolescents, utilizing CBT, DBT, play therapy, family therapy, and psychodynamic approaches.

You will conduct telehealth sessions, collaborate with families and other professionals, and maintain confidential, timely documentation.

Qualifications

• Doctoral-level credential in clinical psychology.
• Current registration as Clinical Psychologist with SA regulatory body (e.g., HPCSA).
• 4+ years post-doctoral experience in child/adolescent psychology.
• Experience with telehealth delivery and diverse pediatric caseload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive child/adolescent assessments using interviews, observations, and tests.
• Diagnose using DSM-5/ICD criteria.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with evidence-based modalities.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy (CBT, DBT, play/family therapy, psychodynamics).
• Deliver telehealth sessions and ensure engagement and documentation.
• Collaborate with parents, pediatricians, educators and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and progress notes.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Telehealth

Assessment & diagnosis

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D./Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Clinical Child Psychologist to join their multidisciplinary mental health team serving the Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA region. This role offers a dynamic hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to provide essential psychological services both in-person at our clinic and remotely via telehealth platforms. You will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders in children and adolescents. This is a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the mental well-being of young individuals and their families within the community. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional clinical skills, a deep understanding of child psychopathology, and a commitment to evidence-based therapeutic practices. You will work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and integrated care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, including diagnostic interviews, behavioral observations, and standardized testing, to evaluate children and adolescents' mental, emotional, and behavioral health.
• Diagnose mental health disorders in accordance with DSM-5 or ICD criteria.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), play therapy, family therapy, and psychodynamic approaches.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions to address issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral problems, developmental disorders, and adjustment difficulties.
• Conduct telehealth sessions, ensuring effective therapeutic engagement and appropriate patient management through virtual platforms.
• Collaborate closely with parents, caregivers, pediatricians, educators, and other relevant professionals to coordinate care and support the child's overall well-being.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely clinical documentation, including assessment reports, progress notes, and treatment summaries.
• Stay current with advancements in child psychology, psychopathology, and therapeutic interventions through ongoing professional development and research.
• Participate in case consultations, team meetings, and contribute to the development of clinical protocols and program initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all ethical guidelines, professional standards, and legal requirements governing the practice of psychology.

Requirements

• A doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in child and adolescent psychology from an accredited institution.
• Current registration and licensure as a Clinical Psychologist with the relevant South African professional regulatory body (e.g., HPCSA).
• A minimum of 4 years of post-doctoral experience in clinical child and adolescent psychology.
• Demonstrated expertise in psychological assessment and diagnosis of pediatric populations.
• Proficiency in multiple evidence-based therapeutic techniques for children and adolescents.
• Experience delivering effective psychological services via telehealth.
• Strong understanding of child development, family systems, and psychopathology.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional growth.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid work model balancing clinic-based and remote practice.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse pediatric caseload in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA .
• Collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Generous provision for continuing professional development and training.
• Make a meaningful impact on the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents.