• Reference Number : REFS/018993
• Directorate : Mental Health Programmes
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R1 887 363.00 per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package)
• Enquiries : Mr. S Choma Tel No. (081) 038 9856

Requirements :

• Masters of Medicine (MMed) Degree in Psychiatry or Qualification as a psychiatrist with the Colleges of Medicine (FC Psych); Current registration with the HPCSA. A minimum of 3 years appropriate/recognizable experience in psychiatry after registration with HPCSA as a Psychiatrist and experience in community mental health or public health. It will be an advantage to show ability to perform research (qualitative and quantitative); managerial experience would be an advantage, Leadership qualities, ability to work independently and in a team, Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint), a driver’s license. Applicants should be prepared to undergo pre-employment and periodic medical surveillance as part of the employment conditions.

Duties :

• Conduct a situational analysis of mental health in the district which includes Population Profile, Map and report of public, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), private, mental health related Public Benefit Organizations, and traditional health services, Status of Information Technology in the District Budget plan. Based on the situational analysis report, develop an action plan towards improvement in mental health coverage and mental health process of care and care outcomes including Primary Health care services, Community Psychiatry district allied health workers, NGOs and Community Health Workers. Ensure that mental health services include treatment, prevention, promotion and protection of mental health care users and other vulnerable groups through relevant intervention programs and strategies including suicide and substance use disorders prevention. Ensure that quality mental health services are provided according to professional standards and ethical principles. Establish routine ongoing training and supervision for PHC and mental health teams. Establish referral pathways and coordination with all stakeholders. Include Monitoring & Evaluation through appropriate tools and indicators. Implementation of the operational plan. Inter-sectoral and inter-disciplinary collaboration and coordination. Monitoring and evaluation through quality assessments and tools. Develop research and translate into improved services. Provide guidance and leadership towards the realization of strategic goals and objectives of the department. Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of quality patient care through proper management of mental health care programs. Develop and monitor the implementation of policies, programs, regulations, practices, procedures and standards pertaining to mental health care. Utilize information technology and other management information systems to manage mental health information for the enhancement of service delivery. Establish, maintain and participate in inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teamwork that promotes efficient and effective mental health care. Manage and utilize resources in accordance with relevant directives and legislation: (Human. Financial, Physical and Material resources). Provide full-time technical and management support to district, district hospitals and contracted care services. Coordinate mental health related research and development. Manage staff performance and development.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: jobs.gauteng.gov.za . No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. NB: For assistance with online applications please email your query to e-recruitment@gauteng.gov.za. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. Suitable candidates will be subjected to vetting and personnel pre-employment suitability checks (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Medical Surveillance will be conducted on the recommended candidates. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. NB: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know. PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Ekurhuleni Health District

Closing Date : 29-09-2023

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.