Fertility Counselor

About this role

A Fertility Counselor is sought by St. Ives Specialist Hospital in Lagos to provide emotional and psychological support for individuals and couples undergoing fertility treatments. The role focuses on guiding patients through infertility and assisted reproductive technologies, with a background in reproductive or mental health counselling. The hospital is a multi-specialist facility offering services in women, children and family health, managed by specialists in obstetrics, gynaecology, paediatrics, medicine and surgery.

What you would do

• Provide individual and couples counselling for fertility-related stress and emotional distress.
• Support decision-making related to fertility treatments such as IVF, donation, surrogacy or adoption.
• Conduct psychological assessments for third-party reproduction cases.
• Educate patients on coping strategies and emotional well-being during their fertility journey.
• Collaborate with medical professionals and support staff for holistic patient care.
• Facilitate support groups and educational workshops for fertility challenges.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
• Stay updated on best practices and research in reproductive psychology.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, counselling, social work or related field.
• Certification in fertility counselling or experience with fertility patients (preferred).
• Knowledge of reproductive medicine, ART and emotional impact of infertility.
• Excellent communication, empathy and active listening skills.
• Discretion and cultural competence in handling sensitive issues.
• Experience facilitating support groups and counselling sessions.
• Proficiency in maintaining confidential patient documentation.

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