CORE PURPOSE OF JOB The core purpose of this post is to provide appropriate and effective student counselling, career and development service delivery to the Nelson Mandela University communities as directed in accordance with the mission of the Centre. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS To provide a professional psychological counselling service to Nelson Mandela University students, related to academic, career and psychosocial wellbeing. To contribute to the promotion and maintenance of a supportive organisational environment through a professional service to the university stakeholders. To increase accessibility to Emthonjeni Student Wellness services through resource development, consultation, training, community interventions, and media communication. CORE COMPETENCIES An understanding of the counselling and development needs of higher education students. An understanding of and experience in student counselling programmes and services with regard to student access and throughput principles and best practice. Have proven psychological assessment and counselling skills. Possess strong written, verbal communication skills and relevant computer literacy skills as well as good research skills Have proven attributes of transparency, integrity and teamwork REQUIREMENTS To be considered for appointment to this post, candidates should have complied with the following requirements: Masters degree in psychology Be a Psychologist (Counselling, Clinical or Educational) registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) Have at least 2 years experience in which competence has been gained. Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 07 March 2025.

Psychologist (George Campus) position available in ZA, South Africa. This job position was posted by . The job has been posted on 2025-02-21 in the Education Teaching category