• Reference Number : refs/020983
• Directorate : PSYCHOLOGY
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : GRADE 1: R 398 .00 rate per hour
• Enquiries : Ms. C Barlow Tel No (012) 318 6400 #4165 or (012) 318 6718

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allow for registration with the HPCSA in the category Clinical Psychologist (Independent Practice). Current registration with the HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist (Independent Practice). Confirmation of current compliance with the continuous professional development (CPD) requirements as stipulated by the HPCSA. At least three(3) years relevant experience after registration in the Clinical Psychologist (Independent Practice) category. The applicant must be in possession of a valid South African driver’s license. Generic Knowledge: relevant ethics, laws, policies, guidelines and regulations as per Departmental and HPCSA standards. Knowledge of the health system and surrounding public / private systems, including referral networks and relevant local resources will be an added advantage. Profession specific knowledge: current psychometric evaluations, psychopathology, psychotherapy, neuropsychology, psychopharmology, developmental psychology, health psychology, community psychology, research methodology and statics as well as professional practice. Profession Specific Skills: clinical interviewing skills, psychometric administration and interpretation skills, General formulation skills, diagnostic skills, psychological intervention skills, report writing skills , networking skills and research skills. Generic skills: language proficiency and problem solving. Self-organization, including planning, time management and information utilization. Ability to work independently, as well as in a team, including Multi-disciplinary Teams at a tertiary level. Promote effective workplace relations. Listening skills, effective communication and conflict management. Computer literacy, presentation and training skills.

Duties :

• Provide effective and efficient psychological management to patients (including preventative, curative, rehabilitative and palliative psychological interventions. Provide psychological case formulations, which may include Mental Status Examination and mental health diagnoses. Conduct psychological assessments related to appropriate referral questions. Provide appropriate evidence based psychology interventions related to case conceptualizations. Conduct mental health promotion and prevention activities. Provide mental health training to other professionals. Maintaining effective record keeping, schedule management, compilation of statistics, mandatory reporting as well as clinical and periodic reports, in addition to other relevant administrative duties. Effective management of resources according to relevant policies and regulations.

Notes :

• Medical surveillance will be conducted on the recommended applicants, at no cost. PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. Applications must be filled on a new amended Z83 form accompanied by a Curriculum Vitae (CV) only that is highlighting or stating the requirements mentioned above and applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Applicants must not submit copies/attachments/ proof/certificates/ID/Driver license/qualifications on application. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit them. Qualifications of candidates recommended for appointment will be verified. Candidates will be subjected to security screening and vetting process Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted. The Department reserves the right to not make an appointment. SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE EXPECTED TO UNDERTAKE TWO (2) PRE-ENTRY ASSESSMENTS I.E (PRACTICAL AND INTEGRITY ASSESSMENTS). Candidates will be expected to be available for selection interviews on the date, time and place determined by the Department. Applications must be submitted to: Kalafong Hospital, Human Resource Department, Private Bag X396, 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 : Kalafong Provincial Tertiary Hospital

Closing Date : 29-07-2024

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.