Remote Child Development Specialist - Virtual Support

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Innovation in virtual care

Professional growth

Impact on families

Child well-being mission

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Child Development Specialist to support families through virtual consultations and tailored development plans. You will create engaging digital content and provide evidence-based guidance from a home office, focusing on children aged 0–6 years.

The role requires a Master's degree in a related field, at least five years of clinical or practical experience, and strong telehealth and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in child development or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical or practical experience with young children and families.
• Expertise in milestones, behavioral support, and early intervention.
• Proficient in telehealth, video conferencing, and digital communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual consultations and assessments with parents/caregivers.
• Develop personalized developmental plans for children aged 0–6 years.
• Create engaging digital content on child development topics.
• Provide remote guidance on developmental challenges and healthy growth.
• Collaborate with technical and clinical teams to enhance services.
• Maintain confidential client records in compliance with data protection regulations.
• Stay current with research and best practices in child development and digital health.
• Respond to parent inquiries with timely, evidence-based advice.
• Contribute to new features and resources for the online platform.

Skills

Virtual communication

Active listening

Empathy

Writing

Content creation

Telehealth platforms

Video conferencing

Digital communication

Remote caseload management

Independent work

Education

Master's degree or higher in Child Development / Developmental Psychology / Early Childhood Education

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Video conferencing tools

Digital communication tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering digital health and wellness platform focused on early childhood development, is seeking a Remote Child Development Specialist to provide virtual support and guidance to families. This role is entirely remote and involves engaging with parents and caregivers through online consultations, educational content creation, and personalized support plans. The specialist will leverage their expertise in child psychology, developmental milestones, and early intervention strategies to empower families and foster optimal child development. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of tele-childcare, utilizing technology to extend the reach of expert developmental support to families regardless of their location. The position requires a compassionate professional with excellent virtual communication skills, dedicated to enhancing the well-being of young children from their home office. The role is based remotely, ideally accessible to professionals in **Randburg, Gauteng** region, but open to qualified candidates country-wide.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual consultations and assessments with parents/caregivers regarding child development.
• Develop personalized developmental support plans and recommendations for children aged 0-6 years.
• Create engaging and informative digital content (articles, webinars, videos) on child development topics.
• Provide remote guidance and support on addressing developmental challenges and promoting healthy growth.
• Collaborate with the platform's technical and clinical teams to enhance service offerings.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with data protection regulations.
• Stay current with research and best practices in child development, pediatric psychology, and digital health.
• Respond to parent inquiries and provide timely, evidence-based advice.
• Contribute to the development of new features and resources for the online platform.

Requirements

• A Master's degree or higher in Child Development, Developmental Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical or practical experience working directly with young children and families.
• Demonstrated expertise in child development milestones, behavioral support, and early intervention.
• Excellent virtual communication, active listening, and empathy skills.
• Proficiency in using telehealth platforms, video conferencing tools, and digital communication.
• Strong writing and content creation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage a remote caseload effectively.
• Familiarity with online learning and digital health platforms is a plus.
• Must be able to provide professional support from a dedicated home office environment.
• Relevant professional licenses or certifications are required.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering exceptional work-life integration.
• Opportunity to pioneer innovative approaches in virtual child development support.
• Professional growth through continuous learning and engagement with cutting-edge technology.
• Make a significant impact on the lives of numerous families through accessible expertise.
• Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to child well-being.