• Reference Number : refs/056516
• Directorate : Therapeutic and clinical support
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : less than 8 years R437.00, 8 years but less than 16 years relevant experience R508.00, 16 years and more relevant experience R588.00.
• Enquiries : Dr. BL Mashaba: Tel No: (012) 380 1207/ 1210

Requirements :

• Matric with appropriate qualifications that allow registration with HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist. Current registration with HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist. No experience required after registration with HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist in respect of South African-qualified employees who performed community service post the South African acquired qualification. Computer literacy. A valid driver's license Competencies: knowledge of Public Service legislation, mental health and substance related legislations. Ability to work with children, adults and within a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to function independently and under pressure. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Duties :

• Assessing, diagnosing, and providing interventions to patients and employees who are dealing with psychological challenges, including developmental difficulties, psychological distress and or psychopathology. The ability to identify and diagnose psychopathology, psychiatric disorders, and psychological conditions. Applying evidence based psychological interventions to clients presenting with psychological and or psychiatric conditions or problems. Appropriate referral to other professionals when indicated. Designing, managing, and evaluating programmes aimed at alleviating psychological distress or psychiatric conditions. Conducting psychological work in an ethical manner, as well as adhering to the scope of practice of Clinical Psychologists as specified in the Health Professional Act,1974.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. 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), Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (HPCSA) and a proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and a proof of current registration card/certificate with relevant professional body may be disqualified. (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). If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Medical surveillance will be conducted on the recommended applicants, at no cost. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undertake two (2) pre-entry assessment i.e ( Practical and integrity assessments). The department is committed to employment equity, People with disabilities are welcome to apply and all those that will represent EE plan of the Hospital. Qualifications of candidates recommended for appointment will be verified. Persons in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) when shortlisted. Candidates will be subjected to security screening and vetting process. Applications received after closing date will not be accepted. The Department reserves the right to not make an appointment. The recommended candidate will be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Candidates will be expected to be available for selection interviews on the date, time and place determined by the Department. Please Note: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Pretoria West District Hospital

Closing Date : 21-09-2026

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.