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Psychology Mental Health

Psychologist

Job in Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Listing for: Wits University
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-04
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Psychology, Mental Health
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: PSYCHOLOGIST (AD.07.4)

Brief Description

Main Purpose of the Role

The successful candidate will provide psychological support to students experiencing personal and emotional challenges that may impact their academic performance. These include, but are not limited to, academic stress, anxiety, depression, behavioural concerns, grief, and trauma. The role contributes directly to student retention, throughput, and overall academic success.

Key Responsibilities

Professional Services

  • Provide psychological and therapeutic services to undergraduate and postgraduate students
  • Offer individual consultations and facilitate group interventions
  • Provide training and support to intern psychologists and peer advocates

    • Mental Health Advocacy and Development

  • Develop and implement psychosocial programmes
  • Lead campus-based mental health awareness initiatives

    • Research

  • Conduct research and publish within an area of professional expertise

    • Administration

  • Participate in relevant meetings and committees
  • Prepare reports and documentation for management and governance structures

    • Minimum Requirements

  • A Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology
  • Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the appropriate category
  • At least one (1) year of counselling experience in a tertiary education setting
    , with a demonstrated commitment to student support

    • Additional Recommendations

  • Experience in crisis intervention (advantageous)
  • Prior experience working within a tertiary institution

    • Join a dynamic, student-focused team and make a meaningful contribution to the wellbeing and success of future healthcare professionals.

    Closing Date: 11 February 2026

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