Play Therapy Specialist for Kids

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Educational Play Therapist for our client in Benoni, Gauteng. You will support children facing emotional, behavioral, or developmental challenges through therapeutic play, helping them express themselves and develop coping skills.

The role requires a Master\'s degree in Play Therapy (or related field), eligibility for Play Therapist certification, and demonstrated experience with diverse child populations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Play Therapy, Child Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• Certification or eligibility for Play Therapist certification (e.g., APT).
• Proven experience providing play therapy to children with diverse needs.
• Strong knowledge of child development and trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct play therapy sessions with children individually and in groups.
• Assess emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs through observation and interaction.
• Develop and implement individualized play therapy treatment plans.
• Collaborate with parents/guardians and other professionals to coordinate care.

Skills

Empathy

Child-focused

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Play Therapy

Play Therapist certification eligibility

Tools

Play therapy techniques

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Educational Play Therapist for our client in Benoni, Gauteng. You will support children facing emotional, behavioral, or developmental challenges through therapeutic play, helping them express themselves and develop coping skills.

The role requires a Master\'s degree in Play Therapy (or related field), eligibility for Play Therapist certification, and demonstrated experience with diverse child populations.