Psychologist (Session)

Department of Health; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 909,000 - 1,223,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Health in Pretoria seeks a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HPCSA to assess, diagnose, and intervene for patients and employees facing psychological challenges. The role involves applying evidence-based interventions, identifying psychopathology, and coordinating referrals to multidisciplinary teams.

The incumbent will design, manage and evaluate programs to alleviate distress while adhering to ethical standards and the Health Professions Act.

Qualifications

• Matric with qualifications enabling HPCSA registration as Clinical Psychologist.
• Current HPCSA registration as Clinical Psychologist.
• Computer literacy and IT proficiency.
• Ability to work with children and adults within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and intervene for patients with psychological challenges.
• Identify psychopathology and refer when needed.
• Develop and evaluate programs to alleviate distress.
• Conduct ethical psychological work within professional scope.

Skills

Public service legislation

Mental health & substance legislation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work under pressure

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Matric

HPCSA registration as Clinical Psychologist

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

• Directorate : Therapeutic and clinical support
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : less than 8 years R437.00, 8 years but less than 16 years relevant experience R508.00, 16 years and more relevant experience R588.00.
• Enquiries : Dr. BL Mashaba: Tel No: [phone]/ 1210

Requirements :

• Matric with appropriate qualifications that allow registration with HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist. Current registration with HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist. No experience required after registration with HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist in respect of South African-qualified employees who performed community service post the South African acquired qualification. Computer literacy. A valid driver's license Competencies: knowledge of Public Service legislation, mental health and substance related legislations. Ability to work with children, adults and within a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to function independently and under pressure. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Duties :

• Assessing, diagnosing, and providing interventions to patients and employees who are dealing withpsychological challenges, including developmental difficulties, psychological distress and or psychopathology.The ability to identify and diagnose psychopathology, psychiatric disorders, and psychological conditions.Applying evidence based psychological interventions to clients presenting with psychological and orpsychiatric conditions or problems. Appropriate referral to other professionals when indicated. Designing,managing, and evaluating programmes aimed at alleviating psychological distress or psychiatric conditions.Conducting psychological work in an ethical manner, as well as adhering to the scope of practice of ClinicalPsychologists as specified in the Health Professional Act,1974.

Employer : Department of Health

Closing Date : 21-09-2026

Criteria Questions

1. Are you registered with HPCSA as a Psychologist

2. Do you have a current HPCSA registration for 2026