Hybrid Play Therapist & Child Development Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Conducive facility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Child Development Specialist & Play Therapist in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will assess children's emotional and cognitive needs, design play-based interventions, and support families with evidence-based strategies.

The role blends on-site and remote work to engage children and families effectively. Highlight your 4+ years of therapeutic experience and a relevant Master's degree, with RPT certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a field related to child development with specialization in play therapy.
• Registered Play Therapist (RPT) or equivalent certification is required.
• Minimum of 4 years working directly with children in therapeutic or developmental roles.
• Strong knowledge of child development stages and common challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's developmental and emotional needs.
• Develop and implement individualized play therapy plans for children.
• Facilitate individual and group play therapy sessions using various modalities.
• Provide guidance to parents/guardians on home strategies to support development.
• Collaborate with educators, pediatricians and other professionals for holistic care.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records and progress notes.
• Stay updated with research in child development and play therapy.
• Create a safe, engaging therapeutic environment for children.
• Organize workshops for parents or educators on development topics.
• Contribute to program development and strategic goals of the center.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Rapport building

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Child Psychology

Tools

Remote therapy tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Child Development Specialist & Play Therapist in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will assess children's emotional and cognitive needs, design play-based interventions, and support families with evidence-based strategies.

The role blends on-site and remote work to engage children and families effectively. Highlight your 4+ years of therapeutic experience and a relevant Master's degree, with RPT certification.