- Job Title: Fertility Counsellor
- Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
- Employment Type: Full-time
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About St Ives Specialist Hospital
St Ives Specialist Hospital is a multi-specialist hospital which opened in 1996.The hospital offers dedicated specialist services in all matters of women, children and family health, managed by a group of consultants in Obsterics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Medicine & Surgery. Our Mission is to provide an advanced competitive IVF and Fertility Service of international standard with a high pregnancy rate at an affordable cost to couples.
Job 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.
Salary
N300,000 Monthly.
Application Closing Date
1st December, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@stiveshealthcare.com using “FERTILITY COUNSELOR IKOYI” as the subject of the email.
