Psychologist Grade 1
Limpopo Department of Social Development
- Location
- Seshego Treatment Centre, Limpopo
- Salary
- R907 617 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 06 Nov 2026
Posted 15 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Degree
- Experience
- Intermediate (3–5 years)
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
Registrations / certificates: HPCSA registration as Psychologist
- Psychologist at Seshego Treatment Centre
- You need a qualification that allows HPCSA registration as a psychologist
- Must be registered with the HPCSA
- A valid driver's licence is needed
- Assess patients, write reports and join the after-hours roster
How to apply
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How to apply: Applicants are hereby invited to apply for the funded vacant posts as advertised. Applicants who previously applied for the re-advertised posts they are encouraged to re-apply if still interested. Applications should be addressed to various institution as per the applicant’s need, for Head Office, Seshego Treatment Centre, Mavambe Secure Care Centre : Applications should be directed to Head of Department, Private Bag X9710, Polokwane, 0700 or submitted at: 21 Biccard Street, Olympic Towers Building, Ground Floor, Office no 30. Capricorn District/Sekutupu Old Age Home: The District Director, Private Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, post 36/244, ref DSD/2026/141 (X1 POST). Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Requirements:
Grade 12 plus an appropriate qualification at NQF 7 in Social Science (qualification that allows registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Clinical Psychologist. Current registration with HPCSA as a Psychologist. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities). Core And Process Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Change Management, Financial Management, People Management and Empowerment, Knowledge Management, Problem Solving and analysis, Client orientation and customer focus. Knowledge And Skills: Psychotherapeutic and clinical knowledge in patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment across the lifespan. Ethical and legislative framework of practice. Knowledge of Departmental guidelines and policies. Evidence based psychological practice. Understanding of broader community, cultural, contextual and social - economic factors which impact mental health. Ability to work within multidisciplinary team. Good organizing and time management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal relations. Sensitivity to gender, racial, ethnic, sexuality and disability issues.
Duties:
Perform medical case assessment. Coordinate and facilitate the referral process for obtaining medical opinions. Assist in monitoring and supporting the adjudication process. Prepare reports. Liaise with medical and health professionals. After hours clinical participation in the call roster. Management of child and youth care information management system.
Enquiries: General enquiries about the advertised posts should be directed to Mr S Rasivumo / Ms ME Gafane / Mr LI Mosehlana / Mr Moraba BV Tel No: (015) 230 4387 / 4391
Reference number: DSD/2026/141 (X1 POST)