Registered Counsellor/ Psychometrist/ Psychologist (Warrant Officer) at South African Police Service (SAPS)

Generic Requirements: 

• Applicant must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 
• Be in possession of a Senior Certificate (Grade 12); 
• proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 
• Must be a SA citizen; 
• Must have no criminal record or pending criminal/ department cases; 
• Computer Literacy; 
• Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills. 
• Analytical, Self-Management and Problem-Solving Skills; 
• Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 
• Be in possession of at least a valid light driver’s license; 
• Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening and fingerprint verification; 
• Applicants must be willing to travel extensively; 
• Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage 
• Must not have visible tattoos when wearing SAPS uniform; 
• Successful candidate must be willing to travel and attend courses when required. 

Additional Requirements: 

• Honours Degree in any of the categories of Psychology (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 8). 
• Master’s Degree or higher qualification will serve an added advantage. 
• Must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and must produce proof of annual paid up fees for the 2024/2025 financial year.

Inherent competencies: 

• Experience in offering counselling, care and support services. 
• Programme presentation and group facilitation. 
• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills 
• Conflict resolution and problem solving skills 
• Report writing and documentation proficiency. 
• Proficiency in Ms Office (Ms Word, Ms PowerPoint, Ms Excel and Ms Outlook). 

Core Functions: 

• Facilitation of Assessment Centers. 
• Team building/development initiatives. 
• Administer Psychometric Assessments 
• Conduct Organizational Diagnosis and team building initiatives. 
• Work in a multi-disciplinary Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) Team. 
• Improve the mental well-being of members by providing psychological, emotional, and personal and work interventions. 
• Management of projects and mental health related initiatives. 
• Marketing of Psychological Services offerings. 
• Data analysis. 
• Management of physical resources.