Remote Child Behavior Specialist (Teletherapy)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Remote Childcare Behavioral Specialist to support children's social and emotional development via tele-therapy. You will assess needs, design remote interventions, and coach families and educators from your home office in Randburg, Gauteng.

The role focuses on delivering services remotely, leveraging technology to create a supportive virtual presence for children and caregivers, while maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical practice.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Psychology, Child Development, Social Work, or related field with a focus on behavior.
• Certification or licensure in a relevant behavioral discipline (e.g., BCBA, Psychologist).
• Proven experience with children exhibiting behavioral challenges.
• Experience delivering therapeutic interventions remotely.
• Proficiency with video conferencing platforms and teletherapy tools.
• Excellent communication, empathy and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual assessments of children's behavioral and emotional needs.
• Develop and implement BIPs delivered remotely.
• Provide online coaching and support to parents and caregivers.
• Offer virtual guidance to educators on supportive classrooms.
• Facilitate online sessions focusing on social skills, emotional regulation, and self-control.
• Monitor progress and adjust strategies via virtual check-ins.
• Maintain confidential client records and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with other professionals virtually to ensure comprehensive support.
• Develop educational resources and workshops for parents and educators.
• Stay updated on research and best practices in child psychology and behavioral intervention.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Remote service delivery

Assessment and coaching

Collaboration with professionals

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology

BCBA or Psychology licensure

Tools

Video conferencing platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Remote Childcare Behavioral Specialist to support children's social and emotional development via tele-therapy. You will assess needs, design remote interventions, and coach families and educators from your home office in Randburg, Gauteng.

The role focuses on delivering services remotely, leveraging technology to create a supportive virtual presence for children and caregivers, while maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical practice.