28 Psychologist (P7) (3 Positions)

Description:

28 Psychologist (P7) (3 Positions) STUDENT AFFAIRS│ Health Care and Psychological Services Bloemfontein Campus Main purpose of the job

To manage, implement, monitor, and provide professional Wellness interventions & programs to both students and staff at the University. Furthermore, to ensure and provide professional therapeutic services to students and staff with effective referrals to outside EAP services.

Main tasks

1. Develop policies and procedures and represent the Wellness Centre to ensure that the Academic Support Services provided are compliant with legislation and the University's requirements.
2. Assist with forming strategic partnerships and working agreements with internal and external service providers.
3. Oversee and provide workshops and Wellness Projects
4. Compile and submit reports.
5. Provision of counselling services
6. Manage Monitor and provide general wellness services to staff and students.
7. Manage the performance and development of staff in the sub-unit.

Nature of appointment : Permanent support services
Minimum salary scale (Total Cost to Company): R 956 841 per annum (2025 salary scales to be confirmed).

Note: CUT applies an internal parity model to determine remuneration that complies with the principle of “equal pay for work of equal value”. Accordingly, the preferred candidate may expect an offer that is in line with their qualifications and years of similar experience. Please contact the Recruitment office for more information on the applicable salary scale.

Minimum Qualification/ Knowledge and/or Experience

• Master’s degree in psychology with HPCSA registration as a Counselling Psychologist.
• Three (3) years’ experience in the provision of student services in a higher education or similar environment.
• Registered as a Counselling Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• Knowledge of relevant medical legislation and ethical codes.
• Understanding of key Higher Education Institutional Systems and Structures.
• Understanding of South African Higher Education Policy framework.
• Project Management & Report Writing Skills.
• Proficient in Excel & Word (Intermediate Level).
• Research capabilities.

Desired Qualification, Knowledge and/or Experience

• PhD Degree in Counselling Psychology with HPCSA registration.
• 3 years’ experience in the provision of student services in a higher education or similar environment.

Job-Related Enquiries : Ms. N. Afrika ( nafrika@cut.ac.za ) Remuneration, Benefits and Process Enquiries : Recruitment Office ( jobs@cut.ac.za ) To find out more or to apply, visit www.cut.ac.za/careers or https://cut.simplify.hr/
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS – 21 March 2025

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in psychology with HPCSA registration as a Counselling Psychologist.
• Three (3) years’ experience in the provision of student services in a higher education or similar environment.
• Registered as a Counselling Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• Knowledge of relevant medical legislation and ethical codes.
• Understanding of key Higher Education Institutional Systems and Structures.
• Understanding of South African Higher Education Policy framework.
• Project Management & Report Writing Skills.
• Proficient in Excel & Word (Intermediate Level).
• Research capabilities.

• PhD Degree in Counselling Psychology with HPCSA registration.
• 3 years’ experience in the provision of student services in a higher education or similar environment.