Senior Remote Play Therapist & Child Development Leader

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Play Therapist and Child Development Specialist to join a fully remote team serving Durban and surrounding areas. You will deliver expert play-based therapy online, assess development, and guide families through evidence-based interventions in a secure telehealth environment.

The role emphasizes remote clinical practice, collaboration with other professionals, and ongoing professional development within a supportive network of remote specialists.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Play Therapy, Child Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or related field.
• Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in play therapy and child development.
• Experience delivering remote therapy via telehealth platforms.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to tailor interventions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive virtual assessments of children's development, emotion, and behavior.
• Develop and implement individualized play therapy plans delivered online.
• Facilitate therapeutic play sessions using digital tools.
• Provide guidance to parents and caregivers for managing children's challenges remotely.
• Monitor progress and document interventions in a secure digital format.

Education

Master's degree or higher in Play Therapy, Child Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or a related field

Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential or equivalent advanced certification

Remote therapy delivery

Play-based therapy expertise

Strong communication with families

Tools

Secure video conferencing tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Play Therapist and Child Development Specialist to join a fully remote team serving Durban and surrounding areas. You will deliver expert play-based therapy online, assess development, and guide families through evidence-based interventions in a secure telehealth environment.

The role emphasizes remote clinical practice, collaboration with other professionals, and ongoing professional development within a supportive network of remote specialists.