Senior Psychologist (post level 7) (Job ID: 5723) – (1419) needed at University of the Free State
Job title : Senior Psychologist (post level 7) (Job ID: 5723) – (1419)
Job Location : Free State, Bloemfontein
Deadline : June 03, 2024
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Duties and responsibilities:
- Act as line manager for Student Counselling and Development staff on the QwaQwa campus.
- Responsible for performance management of Student Counselling and Development staff on QwaQwa campus.
- Providing supervision and training to junior staff where needed.
- Act as a representative within the Student Affairs managerial meetings on Qwaqwa Campus.
- 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.
- Design and present developmental workshops for students.
- Market the service.
- Office management and administration.
- Conduct research.
- Participate in the Division of Student Affairs goals and objectives.
Inherent Job requirements:
- A master’s degree in counselling/ clinical/ educational psychology at NQF level nine (9), or equivalent.
- A minimum of four (4) years’ relevant experience in Higher Education or working with young adults, and an involvement in student/ young adults` life activities or initiatives.
Recommendations:
- Sesotho and /or Zulu speaking.
- Proven experience in a counselling setting within Higher Education.
- Proven managerial experience.
Competencies
Key Competencies Required:
- Results-oriented:
- The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving 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 maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
- Building coalitions:
- The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Required Documents
- Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.
- A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
- Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
- A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
- Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
- A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
- Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).
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