Remote Early Years Behavioural Support Specialist

Placements24; Vrystaat; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Early Years Behavioural Support Specialist to support educators and parents of children aged 2-6, applying child psychology and behavioural development expertise from a home office. The role involves virtual consultations, designing tailored behaviour intervention plans, and delivering online training.

Strong remote communication, empathy and professionalism are essential to help diverse settings improve well-being and learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Child Development, Special Education, Counselling, or a related field.
• Professional registration or licensure as appropriate for the field (e.g., Psychologist, Behaviour Analyst, Certified Counsellor).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with young children (2-6 years) with behavioural challenges.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing behavioural intervention strategies.
• Demonstrated proficiency in conducting virtual consultations and delivering online training.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time efficiently, and maintain professionalism in a remote setting.
• Strong understanding of child development, learning theories, and positive discipline techniques.
• Familiarity with common behavioural challenges in early childhood.

Responsibilities

• Provide virtual behavioural support and consultation to educators and parents.
• Assess children's behavioural patterns and identify underlying causes and triggers.
• Develop individualized behaviour intervention plans (BIPs) for children exhibiting challenging behaviours.
• Offer practical strategies and techniques for managing and redirecting behaviour effectively.
• Conduct online workshops and training sessions for educators and parents on behavioural support.
• Collaborate with educational teams to implement consistent approaches to behaviour management.
• Maintain confidential records of consultations, assessments, and intervention plans.
• Stay updated on the latest research and best practices in early childhood behaviour and psychology.
• Create and share resources related to positive behaviour support for early years.
• Utilize telehealth platforms effectively for client interactions and support.

Skills

Remote communication

Empathy

Active listening

Time management

Independent work

Child development knowledge

Behavioural intervention

Education

Master's degree or higher in Psychology / related field

Professional registration/licensure

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of online educational support for young children, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Remote Early Years Behavioural Support Specialist. This fully remote position is vital in offering guidance and strategies to educators and parents dealing with challenging behaviours in children aged 2-6 years. You will leverage your expertise in child psychology and behavioural development to provide virtual consultations, develop tailored support plans, and deliver online training sessions. The ideal candidate is adept at remote communication, empathetic, and skilled in creating positive behavioural interventions. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact early childhood development positively across diverse settings, working from your home office and contributing to the well-being and successful learning journey of young children.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide virtual behavioural support and consultation to early years educators and parents.
• Assess children's behavioural patterns and identify underlying causes and triggers.
• Develop individualized behaviour intervention plans (BIPs) for children exhibiting challenging behaviours.
• Offer practical strategies and techniques for managing and redirecting behaviour effectively.
• Conduct online workshops and training sessions for educators and parents on behavioural support.
• Collaborate with educational teams to implement consistent approaches to behaviour management.
• Maintain confidential records of consultations, assessments, and intervention plans.
• Stay updated on the latest research and best practices in early childhood behaviour and psychology.
• Create and share resources related to positive behaviour support for early years.
• Utilize telehealth platforms effectively for client interactions and support.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Child Development, Special Education, Counselling, or a related field.
• Professional registration or licensure as appropriate for the field (e.g., Psychologist, Behaviour Analyst, Certified Counsellor).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with young children (2-6 years) with behavioural challenges.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing behavioural intervention strategies.
• Demonstrated proficiency in conducting virtual consultations and delivering online training.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time efficiently, and maintain professionalism in a remote setting.
• Strong understanding of child development, learning theories, and positive discipline techniques.
• Familiarity with common behavioural challenges in early childhood.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package, reflecting expertise and specialization.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to make a substantial positive impact on children's lives and educational experiences.
• Collaborate with a forward-thinking organization and a supportive team.
• Access to resources and professional development in the field of remote support.
• Contribute to innovative online learning and support solutions.