Chief Officer: Counselling Psychologist (Post level 8) - (990) 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.
• Responsible for marketing the service.
• Responsible for Office management and administration.
• Supervise and Train Intern psychologists and/or counsellors.
• Responsible for Research.
• Participate in the Division of Student Affairs’ goals and objectives.

Inherent requirements:

• A master’s degree in Counselling Psychology on NQF level 9.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the category Counselling Psychology.
• A minimum of Three (3) years’ experience in Higher Education or in working with young adults and an 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 be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.

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:

16 June 2023.