Counselling Psychologist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Counselling Psychologist to join their team, serving Port Elizabeth and surrounding communities. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, provide individual, group, and family therapy, and develop tailored treatment plans within a multidisciplinary setting.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, opportunities for ongoing professional development, and a collaborative, ethical practice focused on client well-being in the Eastern Cape.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology (Counselling Psychology).
• Registered with HPCSA as a Psychologist.
• Minimum 3 years post-qualification clinical experience.
• Proficient in multiple psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Strong diagnostic and assessment skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and report writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches.
• Develop and implement tailored treatment plans to meet client needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care.
• Maintain accurate, confidential patient records and documentation.
• Offer crisis intervention and support to individuals in acute distress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Diagnostic assessment

Therapeutic modalities

Communication skills

Education

Master's/Doctoral in Psychology (Counselling)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and dedicated Counselling Psychologist to join their team, serving the Port Elizabeth and surrounding communities. This role is vital in providing mental health support, conducting assessments, and delivering therapeutic interventions to individuals experiencing a range of psychological challenges. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to comprehensive patient care plans. This is an opportunity to practice your expertise in a supportive setting, making a significant positive impact on the mental well-being of individuals in the Eastern Cape , with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches.
• Develop and implement tailored treatment plans to meet client needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care.
• Maintain accurate, confidential patient records and documentation.
• Offer crisis intervention and support to individuals in acute distress.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology (Counselling Psychology).
• Registered as a Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• Minimum of 3 years of post-qualification clinical experience.
• Proficiency in various psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Strong diagnostic and assessment skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and report-writing abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of in-office and remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Support for continuing professional development and further training.
• A collaborative and ethical practice environment focused on client well-being.