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Clinical/ Counselling Psychologist (Post Level 8) (Job ID: 6592) - (2271) at University of the Free State
University of the Free State
September 05, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Duties and responsibilities:
Act in accordance with the scope of practice and ethical guidelines as set out by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
Provide individual psychotherapy, group counselling, career counselling and academic support.
Participate in the crisis intervention programme.
Create and present developmental workshops and programmes for students.
Liaise with university departments, management or other healthcare professionals.
Perform non-direct service activities (e.g. maintenance of client records, case management, research and office administration).
Market the Student Counselling & Development services.
Conduct research
Participate in continuous Professional Development and Training.
Liaise with external stakeholders.
Participate in Key Strategic Areas within Student Affairs, Sports, Arts and Culture.
Inherent requirements:
A Master's degree in Counselling/Clinical Psychology on NQF Level 9.
Active registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the category Counselling/Clinical Psychology (attach proof).
Minimum one (1) years' experience working therapeutically with students in Higher Education, or in working therapeutically with young adults, and an involvement in student/young adults' life activities or initiatives.
Recommendations:
Two (2) years' relevant experience within a counselling setting in a higher education environment.
Proven experience in providing career counselling to young adults.
Proven experience in providing trauma counselling to young adults.
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 deal with several activities at a time.
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 lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
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:
15 September 2026
Act in accordance with the scope of practice and ethical guidelines as set out by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
Provide individual psychotherapy, group counselling, career counselling and academic support.
Participate in the crisis intervention programme.
Create and present developmental workshops and programmes for students.
Liaise with university departments, management or other healthcare professionals.
Perform non-direct service activities (e.g. maintenance of client records, case management, research and office administration).
Market the Student Counselling & Development services.
Conduct research
Participate in continuous Professional Development and Training.
Liaise with external stakeholders.
Participate in Key Strategic Areas within Student Affairs, Sports, Arts and Culture.
Inherent requirements:
A Master's degree in Counselling/Clinical Psychology on NQF Level 9.
Active registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the category Counselling/Clinical Psychology (attach proof).
Minimum one (1) years' experience working therapeutically with students in Higher Education, or in working therapeutically with young adults, and an involvement in student/young adults' life activities or initiatives.
Recommendations:
Two (2) years' relevant experience within a counselling setting in a higher education environment.
Proven experience in providing career counselling to young adults.
Proven experience in providing trauma counselling to young adults.
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 deal with several activities at a time.
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 lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
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:
15 September 2026