Remote Educational Play Therapist
Gqeberha, Port Elizabeth, 6000, South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Psychology
About the Role
Our client is seeking a creative and compassionate Remote Educational Play Therapist to deliver specialized support to children and families remotely, serving areas including Port Elizabeth . In this role, you will utilize play-based therapeutic techniques delivered via online platforms to help children process emotions, overcome challenges, and enhance their social and cognitive development. You will work with families to create a supportive home environment conducive to therapeutic play, offering guidance and strategies to promote positive outcomes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified therapist to practice remotely, making therapeutic services more accessible to children in the Eastern Cape , and contribute to an innovative approach in child development and mental wellness.
- Conduct virtual play-based assessments to understand children's emotional and developmental needs.
- Design and deliver engaging play therapy sessions tailored to individual children's goals via secure video conferencing.
- Educate and empower parents and caregivers with techniques to support their child's emotional regulation and development through play.
- Develop creative play therapy activities and materials that can be easily implemented at home.
- Collaborate with other professionals involved in a child's care, such as educators or counselors, on a remote basis.
- Maintain detailed case notes and track client progress in a secure electronic system.
- Master's degree or higher in Play Therapy, Child Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
- Registered and licensed Play Therapist or equivalent credential.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in applying play therapy techniques with children.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct effective therapy remotely using digital tools.
- Strong understanding of child development, attachment theory, and trauma-informed care.
- Excellent communication, empathy, and ability to build rapport with children and families online.
- A competitive annual salary with performance-related bonuses.
- Fully remote position with the flexibility to work from anywhere.
- Provision of necessary software licenses and technical support for remote work.
- Opportunities for continuing education and specialization in remote play therapy.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment focused on innovative child support solutions.
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