• Reference Number : REFS/050085
• Directorate : Mental Health Programmes
• Number of Posts : 3

• Package : R337 359.00 – R495 423.00 as per OSD per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms Tshidi Seomana @ 012 451 9073, Tshidi.Seomana@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• Matric with R425 qualification (ie diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a professional nurse with psychiatric nursing qualification. Registration with the SANC as a professional nurse and current registration. A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse with SANC in general nursing with a basic qualification in mental health. Experience should be related to primary health care and/or mental health nursing at PHC or hospital.

Duties :

• To manage new and down-referred mental health care users in the PHC and community-based centres and ensure that they are retained and do not default their treatment plan. Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of national and provincial policies, norms and standards on district hospitals, Community based mental health services, Primary and Secondary mental health care services and integration of mental health supported by relevant Acts. Implement programs to promote mental health and prevent the prevalence of mental illness and substance abuse in all age groups. Facilitate and provide in-service training to staff in health facilities and NGOs. Strengthen collaboration with other departments, authorities, Communities, NGOs, public and private sectors to ensure quality and improved mental health services within our communities. Support research and surveillance on mental health and substance abuse in targeted population at risk. Assist and support mental health services provision in specialized mental health services in local authority facilities, Provincial facilities and non-Governmental organizations caring for mental health care users. Manage the resources allocated to the program.

Notes :

• Applications must be submitted to First Floor Reception; Tshwane District Health Services, 3319 Fedsure Forum Building, Cnr Lillian Ngoyi and Pretorius Street PRETORIA; 0001. between 07h30 – 16h00 or can apply online at Gauteng professional job Centre (https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za) Applications must be submitted on a new Z83 form, which is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents In terms of DPSA circular no 19 of 2022. Failure to do so will results in disqualification of the application. A fully completed and signed Z83 form should be accompanied by a recent updated CV. NO copies of qualification or other attachments must be included on application (Z83 and CV only). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of Identity Document, Qualifications, candidates will also be required to submit proof of relevant documents to Human Resources unit before or on the day of the interview. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Shortlisted Candidates will be subjected to Medical Surveillance, Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) – Verification (Reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification). If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity Act; therefore, all the appointments will be made in accordance with the Employment Equity targets of the of the institution. -PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. -SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE SUBJECTED TO MEDICAL ASSESSMENT.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Tshwane District Health Services

Closing Date : 26-06-2026

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.