Remote Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 207,000 - 344,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Sleep Consultant to provide remote, personalized sleep solutions for infants and young children. You will conduct virtual consultations, develop customized sleep plans, and support parents as they implement routines.

You will educate families on safe sleep practices, monitor progress, and collaborate with pediatric healthcare providers when needed. This fully remote role offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity to help families worldwide.

Qualifications

• Certification from a recognized pediatric sleep consulting program.
• Minimum of 3 years of pediatric sleep consulting experience.
• Excellent virtual communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with a flexible schedule.
• Proficiency with video conferencing tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive virtual sleep assessments for infants and children.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based sleep plans tailored to each family's needs and goals.
• Provide ongoing phone and email support to families during the implementation of sleep plans.
• Educate parents on safe sleep practices, sleep physiology, and age-appropriate sleep expectations.
• Guide families through sleep regressions, schedule adjustments, and common sleep challenges.
• Maintain detailed client records and track progress effectively.
• Stay current with the latest research and best practices in pediatric sleep science.
• Collaborate with pediatricians or other healthcare professionals when necessary.
• Offer guidance on creating optimal sleep environments and bedtime routines.

Skills

Virtual communication

Empathy

Independent work

Video conferencing

Education

Pediatric sleep consultant certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Pediatric Sleep Consultant to provide remote, personalized sleep solutions for infants and young children. This is a fully remote role, allowing you to leverage your expertise to help families achieve restful sleep from anywhere. You will conduct virtual consultations, develop customized sleep plans, and offer ongoing support to parents navigating the challenges of sleep for their little ones. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of infant and child sleep patterns, developmental milestones, and effective behavioral strategies. This position demands excellent communication skills, empathy, and the ability to build rapport with families through virtual channels. Join us in making a significant difference in the lives of families by fostering healthy sleep habits remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive virtual sleep assessments for infants and children.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based sleep plans tailored to each family's needs and goals.
• Provide ongoing phone and email support to families during the implementation of sleep plans.
• Educate parents on safe sleep practices, sleep physiology, and age-appropriate sleep expectations.
• Guide families through sleep regressions, schedule adjustments, and common sleep challenges.
• Maintain detailed client records and track progress effectively.
• Stay current with the latest research and best practices in pediatric sleep science.
• Collaborate with pediatricians or other healthcare professionals when necessary.
• Offer guidance on creating optimal sleep environments and bedtime routines.

Requirements

• Certification from a recognized pediatric sleep consulting program.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience providing pediatric sleep consulting services.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing effective sleep plans for various age groups.
• Excellent virtual communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with families remotely.
• Strong understanding of child development and sleep science.
• Empathetic, patient, and non-judgmental approach.
• Proficiency in using video conferencing tools and other remote work technologies.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule.
• Valid background check.

Benefits

This is a fully remote, flexible position offering a competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience. Our client provides a supportive network of fellow consultants and opportunities for continued learning and professional development. You will have the autonomy to manage your caseload and schedule, contributing to a better work-life balance while helping families worldwide. Opportunity to work from home. Access to professional development resources.