Fertility Counsellor at St. Ives Specialist Hospital – Akowonjo, Lagos

St. Ives Specialist Hospital is recruiting a Fertility Counsellor in Akowonjo, Lagos. Counsel individuals and couples through fertility treatment, provide reproductive-health emotional support and maintain confidential care records.

Summary

• We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Fertility Counselor to provide emotional and psychological support to individuals and couples undergoing fertility treatments.
• The ideal candidate will have expertise in reproductive health, mental health counseling, and guiding patients through the challenges associated with infertility and assisted reproductive technologies (ART).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and couples counseling to those experiencing fertility-related stress and emotional distress.
• Offer support in decision-making related to fertility treatments, including IVF, egg/sperm donation, surrogacy, and adoption.
• Conduct psychological assessments for patients undergoing third-party reproduction (e.g., egg/sperm donors and surrogates).
• Educate patients on coping strategies, stress management, and emotional well-being throughout their fertility journey.
• Work collaboratively with medical professionals, embryologists, and support staff to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
• Facilitate support groups and educational workshops for individuals and couples facing fertility challenges.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with ethical and legal guidelines.
• Stay updated on best practices, new treatments, and research in reproductive psychology and infertility counseling.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, or a related field
• Certification in fertility counselling (preferred) or experience working with patients undergoing fertility treatments.
• Strong knowledge of reproductive medicine, ART, and the emotional impact of infertility.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and cultural competence.
• Experience facilitating support groups and counselling sessions.
• Proficiency in maintaining confidential patient documentation.