Remote Virtual Child Psychologist & Mental Wellness Coach

About the Role Our client, a pioneering online mental wellness platform, is seeking a qualified and empathetic Remote Virtual Child Psychologist & Mental Wellness Coach to join their expanding virtual care team. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to provide vital psychological support and coaching to children and adolescents from anywhere. You will utilize telehealth technologies to conduct assessments, provide therapeutic interventions, and develop personalized mental wellness plans. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of child and adolescent psychology, expertise in various therapeutic modalities, and a passion for leveraging technology to improve access to mental healthcare. You will work with a diverse clientele, addressing a range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges.

This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of digital mental health solutions, impacting young lives positively from a remote setting, based out of Mahikeng, North West, ZA but not requiring physical presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual psychological assessments and diagnoses for children and adolescents (ages 5-17).
• Provide individual and family therapy sessions via secure telehealth platforms.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each client's needs.
• Offer mental wellness coaching, focusing on resilience, coping mechanisms, and positive psychology.
• Collaborate with parents and guardians to support the child's mental health journey.
• Maintain comprehensive and confidential client records in compliance with privacy regulations.
• Participate in regular online case consultations and team meetings.
• Stay current with advancements in child psychology and virtual therapeutic practices.
• Educate clients and families on mental health topics and strategies.
• Ensure ethical and professional standards are maintained in all virtual interactions.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in child/adolescent psychology.
• Registered Psychologist with the relevant professional board in South Africa (or eligible for registration).
• Minimum of 4 years of clinical experience working with children and adolescents.
• Proven experience in providing telehealth or virtual therapy services.
• Proficiency in various therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, play therapy, and family systems therapy.
• Excellent diagnostic and assessment skills.
• Strong command of communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
• Technologically proficient and comfortable using telehealth platforms and EMR systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage a caseload, and maintain strict confidentiality.
• A dedicated, quiet workspace with reliable high-speed internet is mandatory.

Benefits

• Competitive contract-based compensation with an estimated annual earning of ZAR.
• Fully remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Opportunity to join an innovative leader in virtual mental healthcare.
• Professional development opportunities and support.
• Be part of a collaborative network of mental health professionals.