Counselling/Clinical Psychologist (post level 8) (Job ID: 6388)

About the role

The Counselling/Clinical Psychologist (post level 8) position is located at the University of the Free State's Qwaqwa Campus in the Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culture division, specifically in the Student Counselling and Development department.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Counselling/Clinical Psychology on NQF Level 9.
• Active registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the category Counselling/ Clinical Psychology (attach proof).
• Minimum one (1) years’ experience working with students in Higher Education, or in working with young adults, and an involvement in student/young adults' life activities or initiatives.
• Two (2) years’ relevant experience within a counselling setting in a higher education environment.
• Proven experience in providing career counselling to young adults.
• Proven experience in providing trauma counselling to young adults.
• Sesotho and/or Zulu speaking.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide Psychotherapy and counselling with regards to personal social, emotional and career development.
• Identify, diagnose, and treat serious psychological problems and refer to other professionals when needed.
• Liaise with Student Counselling and Development, management, student affairs, faculties, academic departments, support services and student representatives.
• Conduct Psychometric assessments & provide Career Counselling.
• Perform psychological screening and first level interventions aimed at enhancing student functioning.
• Design and present developmental workshops for students.
• Marketing of service.
• Office Management and administration.
• Participate in the Division of Student Affairs goals and objectives.

Benefits

• Pension scheme.
• Medical aid scheme.
• Group life insurance.
• Housing allowance.
• Leave and sick leave.
• Service bonus.
• Study benefits.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact 051 401 2876 or email SeitlhekoLP@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additional assistance can be reached at 051 401 9813 /2979 / 7659.