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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Clinical Psychologist: Grade 1 to 3
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS224/2021
  Alexandra Hospital
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Clinical Psychologist.
 
Enquiries:
Dr O Coetzee, tel. no. (021) 503-5026/7 or Ockert.Coetzee@westerncape.gov.za
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good communication skills (written and spoken) in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape. Adaptability to different clinical settings and adjusted placement requirements.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist in respect of RSA-qualified employees who performed Community Service, as required in South Africa. 1 Year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist in respect of foreign-qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: Minimum of 8 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist in respect of RSA-qualified employees who performed Community Service, as required in South Africa. Minimum of 9 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist in respect of foreign-qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: Minimum of 16 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist in respect of RSA-qualified employees who performed Community Service, as required in South Africa. Minimum of 17 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Clinical Psychologist in respect of foreign-qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Clinical Psychologist.
 
Note:
The post is advertised on joint conditions of employment between the Western Cape Department of Health and the Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health (University of Cape Town).
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
The provision of psychological therapies and the clinical assessment of community-based children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex mental health needs at the Outpatient Department (OPD). Provide psychological consultation to the OPD multi-disciplinary team and appropriate outreach and support. Complete administrative tasks effectively. Training and supervision of intern clinical psychologists and involvement in teaching, training and academic research supervision to psychology, medical and other undergraduate/postgraduate students. Participation in academic research. Participation in any project or clinical initiative that falls under the rubric of Alexandra Hospital’s annual operational plan (AOP).
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid Code B/EB driver’s licence. Availability to work after hours, when required.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 724 062-R 796 041 per annum, Grade 2: R 844 884-R 937 704 per annum, Grade 3: R 980 529-R 1 155 006 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
12/3/2021 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 12/28/2021 12:00:00 AM
 
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