Job Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.Duties and responsibilities:

• Act in accordance with the scope of practice and ethical guidelines for a registered counsellor as set out by the HPCSA/ ASCHP.
• Provide psychotherapy and counselling regarding personal, social, emotional and career development as well as trauma-related incidents.
• Identify, diagnose, and treat serious psychological problems and refer to other professionals when the need arises.
• Liaise with Student Counselling and Development, management, student affairs, faculties, academic departments, support services and student representatives.
• Conduct Psychometric assessments and provide Career Counselling for students.
• Perform psychological screening and first-level interventions aimed at enhancing students functioning.
• Design and present developmental workshops and programmes for students.
• Market SCD services within campus-context.
• Responsible for office management, diary management and administration.
• Participate in the Division of Student Affairs strategic goals and objectives.
• Continuous Professional Development and Training.

Inherent Job requirements:

• Bachelor Honours degree on NQF Level 8 or Professional Bachelor's degree on NQF Level 7 in psychology (BPsych).
• Registration as a Registered Counsellor with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and/ or with the Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners (ASCHP) for at least 1 year.
• A minimum of two (2) years relevant experience in a higher education environment or in working with young adults.

Recommendations:

• One (1) to two (2) years' relevant experience within a counselling setting in a higher education environment.
• Proven experience in providing career counselling to young adults.
• Proven experience in providing trauma counselling to young adults.

CompetenciesKey Competencies Required:

• Results oriented:

- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
- The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

• Strategic thinking:

- The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
- The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.

• Business Acumen:

- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.

• Leading:

- The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

• Building coalitions:

- The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.Required DocumentsPlease ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver's license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Assumption of duties:
01 October 2024 or as soon as possible.Closing date:
09 September 2024.Salary:
The salary is available on request.Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact or email or . Additionally, kindly contact / / / / for assistance.General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at :The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position.Additional Information

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