Remote Behavioral Health Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 380,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and wellness benefits

Home office allowance

Professional development (telehealth)

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a qualified and compassionate Remote Behavioral Health Specialist to provide essential mental health support to clients nationwide, with a focus on the Stellenbosch community. This fully remote role leverages secure telehealth platforms to deliver counseling and education.

You will manage your own caseload, conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with a remote team to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Current registration/licensure with HPCSA or SACSSP.
• Experience delivering behavioral health services via telehealth.
• Proficient with secure telehealth and EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling via secure video conferencing.
• Assess clients' mental health needs and create evidence-based treatment plans.
• Offer psychoeducation and coping strategies for various mental health challenges.
• Maintain confidential and accurate electronic health records for client interactions.
• Collaborate with a remote multidisciplinary team to ensure integrated client care.
• Stay current with best practices and advancements in telehealth and behavioral health.

Skills

Active listening

Empathy

Communication skills

Ability to work remotely

Self-management

Education

Master's degree in Psychology/Social Work/Counseling

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Video conferencing platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a qualified and compassionate Remote Behavioral Health Specialist to provide essential support to individuals seeking mental health services. In this fully remote position, you will leverage technology to deliver counseling, psychoeducation, and support services to clients across various locations, with a focus on supporting the community around Stellenbosch . This role is crucial for expanding access to mental healthcare and offering consistent, high-quality therapeutic interventions. You will work independently, managing your caseload via secure digital platforms, and collaborating with a remote team of professionals to ensure comprehensive client care, contributing to improved mental well‑being within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions via secure video conferencing platforms.
• Conduct thorough assessments of clients' mental health needs and develop evidence-based treatment plans.
• Offer psychoeducation and coping strategies to clients dealing with various mental health challenges.
• Maintain confidential and accurate electronic health records for all client interactions.
• Collaborate with a remote multidisciplinary team to ensure integrated client care.
• Stay current with best practices and advancements in telehealth and behavioral health.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
• Registered or licensed with the relevant professional board (e.g., HPCSA, SACSSP).
• Proven experience in providing behavioral health services, with specific experience in telehealth strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with virtual communication tools and electronic health record systems.
• Excellent active listening, empathy, and communication skills, adaptable to a remote environment.
• Strong self‑management skills and the ability to work autonomously.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary, reflecting specialized skills and remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and wellness benefits.
• Allowance for home office expenses and technology setup.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, including training in telehealth modalities.
• Flexible working schedule to accommodate client needs and work-life balance.