Principal Psychologist

Requirements

A Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a psychologist in a relevant registration category, i.e., Clinical. A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate clinical experience as a Clinical Psychologist after community service and registration with the HPCSA as an independent clinical psychologist. The candidate must be able to provide and oversee the provision of psychological services and be adept at working with multi-disciplinary teams and using different therapeutic modalities. Must be experienced in the use and supervision of various psychometric assessments. Must be knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced in supervising intern psychologists, other psychologists, clinical and didactic teaching, the Mental Health Care Act, and other relevant laws and regulations. Must possess good communication skills and administration and leadership skills. Must be computer literate and in possession of a valid driver's license. Experience working in a Specialized Psychiatry Hospital or Specialized Psychiatry Unit will be an added advantage. Experience with any of the following will be an added advantage: Psychodynamic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Family Therapy. 138

Key Responsibilities

The candidate will be responsible for planning, managing and overseeing psychological services in the institution. Provide clinical services within one of the hospital's treatment units. The candidate will be a joint appointee with WITS within the Division of Psychology, Department of Psychiatry, WITS. Coordinate and participate in the training and supervision of psychology interns, junior psychologists, psychiatric registrars, medical students, nurses and other clinical support and therapeutic service personnel, in addition to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students at the University. Involved in promoting, conducting and supervising research projects. The candidate will serve on the Extended Management Team of the organisation and participate in some of the hospital’s committees. Collaborate with various relevant external organisations and stakeholders.

How to Apply

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Notes

Kindly note that no payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they do not have such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration. Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and a detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted before appointment. The recommended candidate will be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. CLOSING DATE : 28 August 2026