Chief Officer: Counselling/Clinical Psychologist (Post level 8) - (1003) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provide Psychotherapy and counselling with regard to personal, social, emotional and career development.
• Identify, diagnose, and treat serious psychological problems and refer to other professionals when the need arises.
• Liaise with Student Counselling and Development, management, student affairs, faculties, academic departments, support services and student representatives.
• Conduct Psychometric assessments & provide Career Counselling.
• Perform psychological screening and first-level interventions aimed at enhancing student functioning.
• Design and present developmental workshops for students.
• Market the service provided.
• Perform office management and administration. 
•  Participate in the Division of Student Affairs’ goals and objectives.

Inherent requirements:

• A master’s degree in Counselling/Clinical Psychology on NQF level 9. 
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the category of Counselling/Clinical Psychology. 
• One (1) year experience in working with students in Higher Education or in working with young adults and involvement in student / young adults’ life activities or initiatives.

Recommendations: 

• Sesotho and/or Zulu speaking

Competencies
Required competencies:
Results Orientated: 

• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

Strategic Thinking:

• The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner. 
• The ability to deal with several activities at a time. 

Business Acumen:

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.

Leading: 

• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
• The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.

Building Coalitions:

• The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others. 
• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Closing date:
30 June 2023.