Youth and Family Counsellor

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development & supervision

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a dedicated Youth and Family Counsellor in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role combines in-person sessions with remote administrative tasks to support young people and their families facing emotional and behavioral challenges.

You will conduct assessments, tailor counselling plans, and deliver individual, group, and family therapy. Collaboration with schools and social services will be key, alongside maintaining confidential records in line with professional standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, counselling, or a related field.
• Registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., HPCSA) is essential.
• Proven experience counselling youth and families with various modalities.
• Strong understanding of child/adolescent development and family systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to understand youth and family needs and strengths.
• Develop and implement individualized counselling plans.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions.
• Facilitate communication and conflict resolution within families.
• Provide psychoeducation on parenting skills, emotional regulation, and adolescent development.
• Coordinate with schools and social services to support clients.

Skills

Active listening

Empathy

Relationship building

Education

Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Youth and Family Counsellor to provide essential support services within the Stellenbosch, Western Cape community. This role involves working directly with young people and their families to address a range of challenges, including emotional difficulties, behavioral issues, and family conflict. The aim is to foster healthier relationships, improve communication, and build resilience within families. This position requires a professional who can offer therapeutic interventions, guidance, and support in a sensitive and confidential manner. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining essential in-person sessions with remote administrative and follow-up tasks, based in Stellenbosch .

Key Responsibilities

Conduct assessments to understand the needs and strengths of youth and their families. Develop and implement individualized counselling plans tailored to client goals. Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions. Facilitate communication and conflict resolution within families. Offer psychoeducation on topics such as parenting skills, emotional regulation, and adolescent development. Liaise with schools, social services, and other relevant agencies to coordinate support for clients. Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date client records in accordance with professional standards and organizational policies. Participate in case consultations and team meetings to enhance service delivery. Stay informed about current best practices and research in youth and family counselling. Provide crisis intervention and support as needed.

Requirements

A Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, or a related field. Registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., HPCSA) is essential. Proven experience in providing counselling services to youth and families, including experience with various therapeutic modalities. Strong understanding of child and adolescent development, family systems, and mental health issues. Excellent communication, active listening, and empathetic skills. Ability to establish rapport and build therapeutic relationships with diverse clients. Proficiency in documentation and case management. Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Flexibility to manage a hybrid schedule, balancing in-person client contact in Stellenbosch with remote work. Commitment to ethical practice and professional development.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience. We provide excellent opportunities for ongoing professional development, training, and supervision. Employees benefit from a supportive and collaborative work environment. The hybrid model allows for a good work-life balance, integrating remote work with essential community engagement in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This role offers the chance to make a significant positive impact on the lives of young people and families in the region.