Clinical Psychologist Grade 1 to 3 (Psychology Services) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: MHS419/2026

Location: Lentegeur Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Service

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 907 617 per annum. Grade 2: R 1 055 292 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 221 843 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

STARTING DATE

7/17/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/31 17:00:00

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Willingness to perform after hour duties, including weekends and Public Holidays as operational needs so demand.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Appropriate experience with mental health care users in both in and outpatient clinical settings and management of such services. Design and conduct research, academic teaching, training and supervision of interns and community service clinical psychologists. The ability to assess, diagnose, and treat psychological disorders, communicate effectively, work ethically, think critically, and provide culturally sensitive care.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Appropriate qualification that allows for the required registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Clinical Psychologist.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Assess, diagnose, and treat psychological disorders, communicate effectively, work ethically, think critically, and provide culturally sensitive care. Deliver and evaluate a comprehensive psychological service to mental health care users at Lentegeur Hospital. Train and supervise intern clinical psychologists in line with HPCSA guidelines. Provide consultation to other health professionals. Provide outreach to strengthening the health system with the catchment area. Fully participate in and attend academic activities of the associated department of psychiatry and mental health (including research, teaching and social responsiveness activities related to joint appointments).

NOTE

Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”.

ENQUIRIES

Dr Maura Lappeman, tel. no. (021) 370 1326

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist. Proof of current registration.

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None after registration as with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in respect of RSA qualified employees. 1 Year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 8 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of RSA qualified employees. Minimum of 9 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 16 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of RSA qualified employees. A minimum of 17 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.