Remote Childcare Behavioral Specialist

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

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and skilled Remote Childcare Behavioral Specialist to provide virtual support and guidance for children's social and emotional development. This unique role focuses on offering remote consultation and intervention strategies to families and educators, addressing behavioral challenges and promoting positive development. You will leverage technology to create a supportive and impactful virtual presence, assisting children and their caregivers. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from your home office and serve clients in and around Randburg, Gauteng, ZA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child psychology, behavior analysis, and experience in delivering services remotely. Your expertise will be vital in helping children build essential life skills and navigate emotional challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual assessments of children's behavioral and emotional needs.
• Develop and implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) delivered remotely.
• Provide online coaching and support to parents and caregivers on managing challenging behaviors.
• Offer virtual guidance to educators on creating supportive classroom environments.
• Facilitate online sessions for children focusing on social skills, emotional regulation, and self-control.
• Monitor progress and adjust intervention strategies as needed through virtual check-ins.
• Maintain confidential client records and ensure adherence to professional ethical standards.
• Collaborate with other professionals (e.g., therapists, educators) virtually to ensure comprehensive support.
• Develop educational resources and workshops for parents and educators on child behavior management.
• Stay updated on research and best practices in child psychology and behavioral intervention.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Child Development, Social Work, or a related field with a focus on behavior.
• Certification or licensure in a relevant behavioral discipline (e.g., BCBA, Psychologist) is highly preferred.
• Proven experience working with children exhibiting behavioral challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver therapeutic interventions and consultations remotely.
• Proficiency with video conferencing platforms and teletherapy tools.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to create a safe and trusting virtual environment for clients.
• Reliable internet connection and a dedicated, private workspace.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical practice.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to specialize in remote behavioral support for children.
• Professional development opportunities in tele-therapy and child behavior.
• Make a profound impact on the lives of children and families.
• Work with a forward-thinking organization committed to innovative solutions.