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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.
 
Psychologist Grade 1 To 3
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: CWD1/2025
  TC Newman CDC
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Psychologist in Clinical Psychology.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Strong therapeutic skills. Proven presentation skills. Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team approach.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Deliver a comprehensive clinical psychology service to various clinics in the Drakenstein Sub District with regard to assessment, diagnosing and treatment (with children, adolescents and adults). Apply knowledge of intervention skills such as behavior modification, psychodynamic therapies, family therapy, CBT, group therapy, etc. in a primary health care setting. Provide mentor supervision and training of HAST counselors. Conduct training and workshops on mental health aspects. Develop and implement projects that focus on awareness and promotion of mental health in the community. Understand and uphold the principles and ethics of a Therapeutic Milieu.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of RSA qualified employees. One-year 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 2: 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: Minimum of 16 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of RSA qualified employees. 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.
 
Enquiries:
Ms. Sonia Raynardt or Dr Rushaan Gaffoor (021) 877- 6400
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist.
 
Note:
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 Drakenstein Sub-district for a period of 3 months from date of advert. 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.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence and be prepared to travel.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 827,211 per annum, Grade 2: R 961,806 per annum, Grade 3: R 1,113,600 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
1/10/2025 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: 1/24/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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