About the Role
St. Ives Specialist Hospital, a leading multi-specialist healthcare provider established in 1996, is seeking a dedicated Fertility Counselor to join our team in Nigeria. In this role, you will provide vital emotional and psychological support to individuals and couples navigating the complex challenges of infertility and assisted reproductive technologies.
Key Responsibilities- Provide compassionate individual and couples counseling for fertility-related stress and emotional distress.
- Guide patients through decision-making processes for treatments like IVF, surrogacy, adoption, and third-party reproduction.
- Conduct thorough psychological assessments for egg/sperm donors and surrogates.
- Educate patients on coping mechanisms, stress management, and emotional well-being throughout their journey.
- Collaborate closely with medical doctors, embryologists, and support staff for holistic patient care.
- Facilitate informative support groups and educational workshops for patients and families.
- Maintain secure, accurate, and confidential patient records in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, or a related field.
- Recognized certification in fertility counseling or proven clinical experience in reproductive health settings.
- Deep understanding of reproductive medicine, ART, and the psychological impacts of infertility.
- Exceptional communication, empathy, and active listening skills with high cultural competence.
- Proven ability to handle sensitive situations with absolute discretion and professionalism.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for professional development in reproductive psychology and advanced clinical training.
- Collaborative, supportive, and multidisciplinary hospital work environment.
- Direct impact on building families and transforming lives across Nigeria.