Senior Clinical Psychologist - Trauma & PTSD Expert

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Study leave

Training opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist with trauma and PTSD expertise to lead advanced therapeutic interventions for individuals and groups. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop tailored treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based therapies.

The role includes supervision of junior psychologists, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and shaping service development within the Eastern Cape.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Registered as a Clinical Psychologist with HPCSA or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years of post-registration clinical experience.
• Specialization and extensive experience in trauma, PTSD and related conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, including diagnostic interviews and psychometric testing.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans for trauma-related disorders.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using EMDR, CBT, DBT and trauma-focused approaches.
• Offer crisis intervention and support to individuals in distress.
• Supervise and mentor junior psychologists and trainees.
• Contribute to program development, service evaluation and quality improvement.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

EMDR

CBT

DBT

Assessment & diagnosis

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology

HPCSA registration as Clinical Psychologist

Job description

Placements24 in East London is seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist with trauma and PTSD expertise to lead advanced therapeutic interventions for individuals and groups. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop tailored treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based therapies.

The role includes supervision of junior psychologists, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and shaping service development within the Eastern Cape.