Remote Child Psychologist

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Continuing education credits

Advanced telehealth technology

Meaningful impact on children & family

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Child Psychologist to deliver virtual mental health services for children and adolescents. This fully remote role involves assessments, therapy, and family support via secure telehealth, serving a diverse caseload with a focus on emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs.

You will collaborate with parents, schools, and professionals, maintain confidential records, and utilize evidence-based approaches in a telehealth setting.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology focused on child & adolescent
• Licensed psychologist in good standing
• Minimum 5 years of pediatric mental health experience
• Proficient with telehealth platforms and digital communication tools
• Strong diagnostic skills across modalities

Responsibilities

• Conduct telehealth assessments and diagnostic evaluations
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy remotely
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessments
• Collaborate with parents, schools, and professionals to support the child
• Maintain confidential client records in compliance with ethics and law

Skills

Telehealth platforms

Diagnostic assessments

Empathy & clinical skills

Collaboration with parents/schools

Evidence-based therapies

Education

Ph.D./Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology (child & adolescent)

Tools

Telehealth software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a qualified and empathetic Child Psychologist to provide virtual mental health services to children and adolescents. This is a fully remote position where you will conduct assessments, provide therapy, and offer support to families through secure telehealth platforms. You will work with a diverse caseload, addressing a range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to expand access to mental health care for young individuals and their families, utilizing cutting-edge technology to deliver impactful interventions from a remote setting. Join a dedicated team committed to the well-being of children.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations via telehealth.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches tailored for remote delivery.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and client needs.
• Collaborate with parents, schools, and other professionals to support the child's overall well-being.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with all ethical and legal standards.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in child and adolescent psychology.
• Licensed as a psychologist in good standing.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pediatric mental health services.
• Proficiency in utilizing telehealth platforms and digital communication tools.
• Strong diagnostic skills and experience with a variety of therapeutic modalities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Flexible remote work schedule.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education credits.
• Access to advanced telehealth technology and support resources.
• Meaningful work impacting the mental health of children and families.