Senior Clinical Psychologist - Trauma & Ptsd Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 96,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Flexible hybride work arrangement

Professional development allowance

Multidisciplinary team environment

Medical aid and leave benefits

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a respected mental health clinic in Queenstown (Eastern Cape) to recruit a Senior Clinical Psychologist specializing in trauma and PTSD. The role involves delivering advanced therapeutic interventions, conducting complex assessments, and helping design specialized trauma treatment programs.

You will work with individuals, couples, and groups in a multidisciplinary team, supervising trainees and contributing to community outreach.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an accredited university
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Clinical Psychologist
• Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral experience in clinical psychology with a focus on trauma and PTSD treatment
• Extensive experience with trauma-focused therapies (e.g., EMDR, TF-CBT, CPT)
• Proficiency in comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnostic formulation
• Strong ethical commitment, clinical reasoning and report-writing skills
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in supervision and training is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, including diagnostic interviews and psychometric testing, focusing on trauma-related disorders
• Develop and implement individualized trauma treatment plans using evidence-based modalities
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy for trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and related conditions
• Offer crisis intervention and support in acute psychological distress
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, legal representatives, and support services for coordinated care
• Supervise and mentor junior psychologists, interns, and trainees
• Contribute to psychoeducational workshops and community outreach on trauma awareness and resilience
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records in line with standards and legal requirements
• Keep up-to-date with research, diagnostic criteria and advances in trauma therapy
• Participate in case consultations, professional development, and clinical team meetings

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected mental health clinic in **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**, is seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist with a specialization in Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This pivotal role involves providing advanced therapeutic interventions, conducting complex psychological assessments, and contributing to the development of specialized trauma treatment programs. You will work with a diverse client population, including individuals, couples, and groups affected by various forms of trauma. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in evidence-based trauma therapies, strong diagnostic skills and a commitment to ethics practice and client well-being. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in a community mental health setting, offering critical support to individuals overcoming challenging experiences. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, effective, and accessible mental healthcare services. Your expertise in trauma-informed care will be essential to our mission of fostering healing and resilience within the **Eastern Cape** community. We value professional growth and encourage continuous learning in the field of psychological trauma.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, including diagnostic interviews and psychometric testing, with a focus on trauma-related disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based therapeutic modalities for trauma and PTSD (e.g., EMDR, TF-CBT, CPT).
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy to clients experiencing trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and other related conditions.
• Offer crisis intervention and support to individuals in acute psychological distress.
• Consult with other healthcare professionals, legal representatives, and support services to ensure coordinated client care.
• Supervise and mentor junior psychologists, interns, and trainees within the clinic.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of psychoeducational workshops and community outreach programs on trauma awareness and resilience.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely clinical records in accordance with professional standards and legal requirements.
• Stay abreast of the latest research, diagnostic criteria, and treatment advancements in clinical psychology and trauma therapy.
• Participate in case consultations, professional development activities, and clinical team meetings.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology from an accredited university.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Clinical Psychologist.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral experience in clinical psychology, with a significant focus on trauma and PTSD treatment.
• Extensive experience with specialized trauma therapies (e.g., EMDR, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
• Proficiency in conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and formulating diagnoses.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills.
• Strong ethical commitment and adherence to professional conduct standards.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in supervision and training is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with extensive experience and specialization.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement, balancing on-site clinical work with remote therapy sessions.
• Opportunity to lead and shape trauma treatment services in **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**.
• Generous professional development allowance for specialized training and conferences.
• Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
• Contribution to improving mental health outcomes in the region.
• Standard medical aid and leave benefits.