Early Development Psychologist - Hybrid & Telehealth

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Clinical supervision

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct seeks a highly skilled Child Psychologist specializing in Early Development to join our Upington team in the Northern Cape. You will conduct assessments, diagnose, and provide therapeutic interventions for infants and young children, including telehealth and in-person sessions.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience with early childhood, HPCSA registration, and proficiency in play therapy and family interventions.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or Child Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Psychologist (Clinical Psychologist preferred).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience working with young children and their families.
• Specialized knowledge and experience in assessing and treating developmental disorders (e.g., ASD, ADHD) and early-onset mental health conditions.
• Proficiency in various therapeutic modalities suitable for early childhood.
• Experience and comfort with telehealth service delivery and related technologies.
• Excellent diagnostic, clinical reasoning, and intervention skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and ethical practice skills.
• Must be able to conduct in-person sessions in Upington, Northern Cape as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments of infants, toddlers, and young children, including diagnostic evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches (e.g., play therapy, CBT adapted for young children).
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions, both in-person and via telehealth.
• Collaborate closely with parents, caregivers, pediatricians, educators, and other allied health professionals to ensure coordinated and holistic care.
• Offer psychoeducation and support to families, empowering them to manage challenges and promote their child's well-being.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed, maintaining accurate and confidential records.
• Stay current with research and best practices in child psychology, developmental disorders, and mental health interventions.
• Contribute to the development of early intervention programs and mental health awareness initiatives in the Upington community.

Skills

Child psychology

Telehealth

Assessment & diagnosis

Play therapy

Family therapy

Developmental disorders

Strong communication

Education

Master's or Doctoral in Clinical/Child Psychology

HPCSA registration as Psychologist

Experience with early childhood (3–5 yrs)

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

WhatJobs Direct seeks a highly skilled Child Psychologist specializing in Early Development to join our Upington team in the Northern Cape. You will conduct assessments, diagnose, and provide therapeutic interventions for infants and young children, including telehealth and in-person sessions.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience with early childhood, HPCSA registration, and proficiency in play therapy and family interventions.