Lead Child Psychologist; Remote

Our client is looking for an experienced and compassionate Lead Child Psychologist to spearhead their remote mental health services for children and adolescents. This is a critical leadership position focused on providing high-level psychological assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions via telehealth platforms. You will be responsible for guiding a team of remote child therapists, ensuring the delivery of evidence-based care, and contributing to the development of best practices in digital mental health services.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong clinical background, exceptional leadership qualities, and a deep understanding of child and adolescent development, trauma-informed care, and various therapeutic modalities. This is a unique opportunity to shape and advance mental healthcare for young people, working remotely and making a profound impact on families in and around Rustenburg, North West, ZA .

• Provide comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents via telehealth.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide clinical guidance to a team of remote child therapists and psychologists.
• Ensure adherence to ethical guidelines, professional standards, and regulatory requirements in telehealth practice.
• Develop and lead training sessions for the clinical team on specialized topics and new therapeutic approaches.
• Collaborate with parents, guardians, schools, and other stakeholders to support the child's overall well-being.
• Monitor treatment progress and adjust interventions as needed, maintaining detailed and confidential client records.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of the organization's remote mental health service protocols and strategies.
• Stay abreast of the latest research and advancements in child psychology and digital mental health.

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) with a specialization in Child Psychology or Adolescent Psychology.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in South Africa (or eligibility for relevant provincial licensing).
• Minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral clinical experience with children and adolescents, including significant experience in assessment and therapy.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a clinical leadership or supervisory role.
• Extensive knowledge of child development, psychopathology, trauma-informed care, and various therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, Play Therapy).
• Proven experience and comfort with delivering services via telehealth platforms.
• Excellent diagnostic, therapeutic, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a remote team.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex caseloads and supervisory responsibilities remotely.
• Must be situated within reach for administrative purposes or regulatory compliance related to Rustenburg, North West, ZA , though the role is fully remote.

This position offers the significant advantage of a fully remote work arrangement, providing unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance. Our client provides a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement contributions, and ample opportunities for professional development and leadership growth within a cutting-edge telehealth organization. You will be instrumental in expanding access to vital mental health services for children and adolescents, impacting the community around Rustenburg, North West, ZA .