Youth Counselor

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Youth Counselor to provide remote counseling to adolescents and young adults from a home office. Sessions will be conducted via video conferencing and digital platforms, addressing mental health, behavioral issues, and life transitions.

The role requires a Master’s degree, professional registration in SA, and at least 4 years of youth counseling experience, with strong telehealth and communication skills. Remote work supports flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Professional registration with the relevant South African board (HPCSA or SACSSP).
• Minimum of 4 years of youth counseling experience.
• Experience with telehealth or remote counseling.
• Proficient with video conferencing and electronic records systems.
• Strong knowledge of adolescent development and mental health.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time; maintain boundaries.
• Reliable internet and private workspace.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote counseling sessions with youth clients.
• Develop and implement individualized counseling and intervention plans.
• Assess and manage mental health and behavioral issues.
• Provide crisis intervention and support via digital channels.
• Collaborate with parents, guardians and other professionals.
• Maintain confidential client records using electronic systems.
• Educate youth and families on coping strategies and mental wellness.
• Stay updated on current research and telehealth practices.
• Contribute to improvement of remote service delivery.

Skills

4+ years youth counseling experience

Telehealth experience

Adolescent development

Mental health disorders

Therapeutic modalities

Communication skills

Independent work

Time management

Professional boundaries

Reliable internet

Private workspace

Education

Master's degree in Psychology/Counseling/Social Work

Professional registration with HPCSA or SACSSP

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Electronic records systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and skilled Youth Counselor to provide remote counseling services to adolescents and young adults. This position is ideal for a professional looking to utilize technology to offer support, guidance, and therapeutic interventions to young people. The counselor will work from a home office, conducting sessions via video conferencing and other digital platforms, addressing a range of issues including mental health challenges, behavioral problems, and life transitions. This role requires a deep understanding of adolescent psychology and a commitment to providing accessible mental health support within the Midrand, Gauteng catchment area and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting remote counseling sessions with youth clients.
• Developing and implementing individualized counseling and intervention plans.
• Assessing and managing mental health conditions and behavioral issues.
• Providing crisis intervention and support through digital channels.
• Collaborating with parents, guardians, and other professionals as needed.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential client records using electronic systems.
• Educating youth and families on coping strategies and mental wellness.
• Staying abreast of current research and best practices in youth counseling and telehealth.
• Contributing to the development and improvement of remote service delivery.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Professional registration with the relevant South African board (e.g., HPCSA, SACSSP).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience counseling youth.
• Proven experience in providing telehealth or remote counseling services.
• Proficiency with video conferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams) and electronic record-keeping systems.
• Strong knowledge of adolescent development, mental health disorders, and therapeutic modalities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain professional boundaries.
• A reliable internet connection and a private, secure workspace.

Benefits

This remote position offers significant flexibility and the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of young people in the Midrand, Gauteng region and nationally. Our client provides a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for ongoing professional development in telehealth practices. You will be part of a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes mental well‑being and innovative service delivery. Enjoy the convenience of working from home while providing essential support to youth, contributing to a healthier community.