Psychologist.12-month Contract

5 days ago

Johannesburg, South Africa University of the Witwatersrand Full time

Intern Psychologists are appointed at the OSS based on the guidelines and the principles of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (1997). Psychology Masters students, who have completed their theoretical year at any accredited South African University, are eligible to complete an internship at the OSS. The internship programme is therefore also designed according to the legislation, policies and regulations, as required by the Professional Board for Psychology of the HPCSA.

All Intern Psychologists’ duties are carried out under the Supervision of registered psychologists in the OSS, in the relevant registration category. Intern psychologists receive continuous multi-disciplinary training throughout the year, relevant to their job description and OSS functions. The OSS partners with stakeholders to provide rotational sites to meet the internship requirements for registration as a counselling or educational psychologist with the HPCSA. The OSS offers holistic training throughout the internship year, and comprehensive supervision is provided by an experienced group of supervisors.

**Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following**:

- Provide psychotherapy and counselling (individual and groups) to a diverse population concerning personal, social, and emotional development (children, adolescents, university students and staff).
- Crisis management and trauma debriefing.
- Identify, diagnose, and treat psychological problems and refer to other professionals when needed.
- Conduct psychometric assessments: Career counselling, Scholastic assessments, School readiness assessments, and/or administer Screening tools.

0 - Design and present developmental workshops and psychoeducational programmes.
- Community outreach and consulting with a multi-disciplinary team.

**Skills and Competency required**
- Ability to use psychological models and practices to enhance the emotional skills of the students within a school setting.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including students, colleagues, and parents.
- Strong ethical principles.
- Ongoing professional development through arranged training.
- Effective time management and administrative skills.
- A positive attitude and approach to change and development, with a growth mindset.

**Minimum Requirements**
- BA (Hons) Psychology
- Proof of registration to for a structured master’s programme in Counselling or Educational Psychology.
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a student psychologist.

Closing Date: 28 August 2024

Detailed Description

Job Requirements

Additional Details

How To Apply
- A comprehensive curriculum vitae
- A copy of your South African identity document.
- Certified copies of degree certificates and academic records.
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a student psychologist.
- A letter of motivation for placement (no longer than 2 pages)
- **Two** recent referees (**one of the referees must be from your M1 psychotherapy supervisor).**

Minimum Salary
- Maximum Salary
- Currency

Amount of Travel
- Work At Home

  • Data Scientist

    3 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa The Legends Agency Full time

    Data Scientist (12-Month Contract)Unlock the power of AI with impactful, real-world applicationsJohannesburg | R600 per hour About Our ClientOur client is a specialist AI consultancy dedicated to helping enterprises realise the full potential of artificial intelligence. They partner with leading organisations, including major banks, to design and implement...

  • Data Scientist

    3 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa The Legends Agency Full time

    Data Scientist (12-Month Contract)Unlock the power of AI with impactful, real-world applicationsJohannesburg | R600 per hourAbout Our ClientOur client is a specialist AI consultancy dedicated to helping enterprises realise the full potential of artificial intelligence. They partner with leading organisations, including major banks, to design and implement...

  • Intern Industrial Organisational Psychologist

    15 hours ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Nedbank Full time

    Job ClassificationJob Family: Human ResourcesCareer Stream: Talent ManagementLeadership Pipeline: Manage Self: ProfessionalJob Post End Date: 02 December 2025Job Type: 12 Month Fixed Term ContractJob PurposeTo gain practical experience and provide specialist support in occupational assessment, talent analytics, and organisational development initiatives...

  • Machine Learning Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa The Legends Agency Full time

    Machine Learning Engineer (12-Month Contract)Join a leading AI consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for enterprise clients.Johannesburg | R600 - R640 per hour | Contract About Our ClientOur client is a specialist consultancy that helps businesses harness the full potential of artificial intelligence. Partnering with large enterprises, including...

  • Finance Assistant

    1 week ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Network Recruitment (South Africa) Full time

    A Pharmaceutical company is currently looking for an immediately available **Finance Assistant** to join their finance team **for 12 months (contract).** You will mostly perform accounting work related to inventory, creditors, debtors, and other accounting processes. **Duties**: - Basic accounting and bookkeeping - Creditors, debtors, and inventory...

  • Java Application Architect

    3 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Badger & Bird Talent Full time

    Java Application Architect (Payments & GCP) - 12‑month contract Join to apply for the Java Application Architect (Payments & GCP) - 12‑month contract role at Badger & Bird Talent. Overview Architect a high‑throughput

  • Psychologist in Ireland

    1 week ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa The Educational, Psychology and Therapy Clinic Full time

    **About Us** At EPT Clinic, we believe every child and teenager deserves to have their neurodevelopmental strengths and needs understood. We deliver best-standard psychological and multidisciplinary assessments and documentation, paired with a clear support pathway and access to ongoing multidisciplinary care. Our work is grounded in a...

  • Forex Consultant

    3 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Wesbank Full time

    A leading banking institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Foreign Exchange Consultant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate will have experience in foreign exchange, strong client management skills, and a minimum qualification of matric with NQF 5. This role offers opportunities for networking and a collaborative working environment....

  • FX Consultant: 12-Month Contract in Johannesburg

    3 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa RMB Nigeria Limited Full time

    A leading financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Foreign Exchange Consultant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role includes managing forex deals, ensuring exceptional client experience, and complying with governance standards. Candidates should have at least a matric and 1 to 3 years of experience in foreign exchange or international...

  • Transformation Communications Lead

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Edge Executives Full time

    A leading South African development finance institution seeks a Communications and Stakeholder Lead for a 12-month contract in Johannesburg. This role involves overseeing communications and stakeholder engagement for a national transformation initiative, requiring over 10 years of experience and strong leadership skills. The candidate will be instrumental in...