University of Pretoria (UP): Counselling Psychologist 2020

University of Pretoria (UP) invites applicants to apply for Counselling Psychologist Graduate / Internship Programme 2020.

Internship Application Closing Date : 12 August 2020

Internship Location : Pretoria, Gauteng

INTERN: COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGIST (SEVEN POSTS: ONE-YEAR CONTRACT, 2021)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven registration as a MA or MSc Counselling Psychology student at an accredited university/college;
• Registration as an Intern Psychologist with HPCSA;
• Completed course work as part of first year MA/MSc Counselling Psychology training;
• Successful practical work as part of first year MA/MSc Counselling Psychology training.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Knowledge of the following:
  • Psychological intervention at a professional level;
  • Short term and brief therapy techniques;
  • A range of psychometric assessments;
  • The Code of Ethics and Conduct for Psychologists (HPCSA);
• Ability to diagnose psychological problems and psychopathology within the Scope of Practice for Counselling psychologists; 
• Liaise with external organisations in service delivery to students;
• Flexibility as service demands require;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team;
• Efficient planning, organising and prioritising skills;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Professionalism, confidentiality and sensitivity towards the diversity of students;
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal);
• Computer skills in MS Word, PowerPoint and e-mail;
• Ethical insight and reliability;
• Ability to manage crisis interventions.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Practical experience within a clinic environment;
• Experience with psychological assessments and psychometric tests;
• Experience with report writing.

How to apply

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of registration as a current MA or MSc Counselling Psychology student;
• Certified copy of registration as a current Student Psychologist with the HPCSA;
• Certified copies of undergraduate qualifications;
• Certified copies of academic results;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Self-evaluation.