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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Clinical Psychologist Grade 1 to 3 (Psychology Services)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS319/2024
  Lentegeur Hospital
 
Minimum Educational Qualifications:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Psychologist in Clinical Psychology.
 
Enquiries:
Dr. Maura Lappeman (021) 370 1326
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Experience with mental health care users in both in and outpatient clinical settings and management of such services. The design and conduct of research, academic teaching, training and supervision of interns and community service Clinical Psychologists. Ability to apply highly developed interpersonal and reflexive capacities in diverse settings in the workplace.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration as with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in respect of RSA qualified employees. 1 Year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 8 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of RSA qualified employees. Minimum of 9 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 16 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of RSA qualified employees. A minimum of 17 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services for a period of 3 months from date of advert. Candidates will be subjected to practical/written and oral assessment.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in Clinical Psychology.
 
Duties (key results areas/outputs):
To deliver and evaluate a comprehensive psychological service to mental health care users. Train and supervise intern clinical psychologists in line with HPCSA guidelines. To provide consultation to other health professionals. To engage in ongoing professional development. Outreach to strengthening the health system within the catchment area. To fully participate in and attend academic activities of the associated Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health (including research, teaching and social responsiveness activities related to joint appointment).
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Available and willing to participate in after-hours duties, if required.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 827 211 - R 907 392 per annum, Grade 2: R 961 806 - R 1 065 894 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 113 600 - R 1 309 617 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
11/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 12/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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