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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 (6-month contract)
  Employment Type: Contract
  Reference No: MHS351/2024
  Alexandra Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Adaptability to different clinical settings and adjusted placement requirements.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Clinical Psychologist.
 
Enquiries:
Dr Ockert Coetzee, tel. no. (021) 503-5026/7
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist in respect of RSA-qualified employees. 1 Year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Clinical 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 Clinical Psychologist in respect of RSA-qualified employees. Minimum of 9 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Clinical 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 Clinical Psychologist in respect of RSA-qualified employees who performed Community Service, as required in South Africa. Minimum of 17 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist in respect of foreign-qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Clinical Psychologist.
 
Note:
The post is advertised on joint conditions of employment between the Western Cape Department of Health and the Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health (University of Cape Town). 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 to candidates 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 other vacant similar posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
The provision of psychological therapies and the clinical assessment of community-based children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex mental health needs at the Outpatient Department (OPD). Provide psychological consultation to the OPD multi-disciplinary team and appropriate outreach and support. Complete administrative tasks effectively. Training and supervision of intern clinical psychologists and involvement in teaching, training and academic research supervision to psychology, medical and other undergraduate/postgraduate students. Participation in academic research. Participation in any project or clinical initiative that falls under the rubric of Alexandra Hospital’s annual operational plan (AOP).
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid cod B/EB Driver’s licence. Availability to work after hours, when 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 Annual salary plus 37% in lieu of service benefits.
 
Starting Date:
12/6/2024 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: 12/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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