• Reference Number : refs/057057
• Directorate : Therapeutic & Support Services
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : Grade 1 - (Tarif – R 375 per hour) Registration with HPCSA as a Counsellor Grade 2 - (Tarif – R 406 per hour) A minimum of 8 years appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Counsellor. Grade 3 - (Tarif – R 459 per hour) a minimum of 16 years appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA as Councillor.
• Enquiries : Ms CK Selepe – 011 812 5232

Requirements :

• Grade 12 and a Bachelor’s degree or Honours degree in Psychology from an accredited institution. Applicants must hold current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Registered Counsellor. Computer literacy and presentation skills are required. Applicants must demonstrate competencies in brief interventions, counselling, trauma debriefing, group facilitation, risk assessment, report writing, networking, stress management, adaptability, and problem-solving. The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment is essential.

Duties :

• Provision of mental health services to ensure that there is sufficient capacity for mental health screening, referral, and care in A REGIONAL HOSPITAL which will strengthen the mental health services. Building capacity for users (service users and their families) to provide appropriate self-help and peer led services, such as support groups. Promote mental health and prevention interventions in keeping with the national and provincial priorities. Conduct routine screening for mental illnesses across the developmental lifespan (child-to-adulthood). The management of non-complex mental health conditions through the provision of brief interventions, supportive counselling, debriefing, individual and group counselling. Adhere to the HPCSA standards and the Departmental policies. Provide support, guidance, and mentoring to Registered Counsellors. Coordinate and allocate duties to Registered Counsellors. Facilitate mental health support groups. Attend meetings and training that have been approved by the head of unit. Comply with the Performance Management and Development system. Report directly to a Clinical Psychologist.

Notes :

• Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, or emailed applications will be accepted. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the completed CV and new updated Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application form for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each (Z83) application for employment must be fully completed, initialled, and signed by the applicant. Failure to complete will lead to disqualification during the selection process. Section A, B, C and D must be completed in full. Section E, F and G: Noting that there’s a limited space provided applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached”, this is acceptable - If the CV has been attached and provides the required information. On the CV all experience should be in a chronological order indicating the employer, position and employment period. On the CV indicate the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). Please ensure your CV includes the names of all schools/institutions attended, together with the location/area. The Information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. (Reference checks)- Provide at least 3 of which one must be immediate supervisor, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. The question that relates to conditions that prevents re-appointment under part F must be answered. Declaration must be completed and signed. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview. Please ensure that the specific reference number is quoted correctly. Only online applications will be considered. Correspondence will be entered with shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The employer reserves the right not to fill this post. It is legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Check (PSC) - Verification, upon appointment within the department. This verification processes entails reference checks, identity verification, qualification verification, criminal records checks etc. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Pholosong Regional Hospital does not have budget for resettlement and S & T claims. Pholosong Regional Hospital reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s).

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Pholosong Regional Hospital

Closing Date : 30-10-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.