Circular 29 of 2026 · Post 29/148
PRINCIPAL PSYCHOLOGIST
- ProvinceGauteng
- AdvertCombined vacancy information
Closing date: 10 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 29 of 2026
- Page No.
- 5–6
- Circular Post
- 29/148
- Department
- Gauteng Department of Health
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 28 August 2026
About this vacancy
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.
Applications close on 28 August 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
Grade 1: R1 295 388 – R1 436 913 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package) Grade 2: R1 477 776 – R1 689 672 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Vacancy information
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.
- Centre
- Tara the H. Moross Centre, Sandton
- Reference information
- REFS/056109
- Salary information
- Grade 1: R1 295 388 – R1 436 913 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package) Grade 2: R1 477 776 – R1 689 672 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package)
Requirements
- A Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a psychologist in a relevant registration category, i.e., Clinical.
- A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate clinical experience as a Clinical Psychologist after community service and registration with the HPCSA as an independent clinical psychologist.
- The candidate must be able to provide and oversee the provision of psychological services and be adept at working with multi-disciplinary teams and using different therapeutic modalities.
- Must be experienced in the use and supervision of various psychometric assessments.
- Must be knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced in supervising intern psychologists, other psychologists, clinical and didactic teaching, the Mental Health Care Act, and other relevant laws and regulations.
- Must possess good communication skills and administration and leadership skills.
- Must be computer literate and in possession of a valid driver's license.
- Experience working in a Specialized Psychiatry Hospital or Specialized Psychiatry Unit will be an added advantage.
- Experience with any of the following will be an added advantage: Psychodynamic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Family Therapy.
Duties
- The candidate will be responsible for planning, managing and overseeing psychological services in the institution.
- Provide clinical services within one of the hospital's treatment units.
- The candidate will be a joint appointee with WITS within the Division of Psychology, Department of Psychiatry, WITS.
- Coordinate and participate in the training and supervision of psychology interns, junior psychologists, psychiatric registrars, medical students, nurses and other clinical support and therapeutic service personnel, in addition to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students at the University.
- Involved in promoting, conducting and supervising research projects.
- The candidate will serve on the Extended Management Team of the organisation and participate in some of the hospital’s committees.
- Collaborate with various relevant external organisations and stakeholders.
Enquiries
Ms. M.A Ngobeni – Ngobeni.mixo@gauteng.gov.za Ms. S. Naidoo – Sheryl.naidoo@gauteng.gov.za
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications, please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za
Notes and Z83 guidance
- Kindly note that no payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health.
- The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts.
- Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they do not have such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration.
- Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and a detailed CV will be disqualified.
- Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications.
- Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted before appointment. The recommended candidate will be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens.
- All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 29 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
POST 29/148 : PRINCIPAL PSYCHOLOGIST REF NO: REFS/056109 Directorate: Clinical Support and Therapeutic services
SALARY : Grade 1: R1 295 388 – R1 436 913 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package) Grade 2: R1 477 776 – R1 689 672 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Tara the H. Moross Centre, Sandton
REQUIREMENTS : A Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a psychologist in a
relevant registration category, i.e., Clinical. A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate clinical experience as a Clinical Psychologist after community service and
registration with the HPCSA as an independent clinical psychologist. The candidate must be able to provide and oversee the provision of psychological
services and be adept at working with multi-disciplinary teams and using different therapeutic modalities. Must be experienced in the use and
supervision of various psychometric assessments. Must be knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced in supervising intern psychologists, other
psychologists, clinical and didactic teaching, the Mental Health Care Act, and other relevant laws and regulations. Must possess good communication skills
and administration and leadership skills. Must be computer literate and in possession of a valid driver's license. Experience working in a Specialized
Psychiatry Hospital or Specialized Psychiatry Unit will be an added advantage.
Experience with any of the following will be an added advantage:
Psychodynamic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy and Family Therapy.
DUTIES : The candidate will be responsible for planning, managing and overseeing psychological services in the institution. Provide clinical services within one of
the hospital's treatment units. The candidate will be a joint appointee with WITS within the Division of Psychology, Department of Psychiatry, WITS. Coordinate
and participate in the training and supervision of psychology interns, junior psychologists, psychiatric registrars, medical students, nurses and other
clinical support and therapeutic service personnel, in addition to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students at the University. Involved in
promoting, conducting and supervising research projects. The candidate will serve on the Extended Management Team of the organisation and participate
in some of the hospital’s committees. Collaborate with various relevant external organisations and stakeholders.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. M.A Ngobeni – Ngobeni.mixo@gauteng.gov.za Ms. S. Naidoo – Sheryl.naidoo@gauteng.gov.za
APPLICATIONS : should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications
will be accepted. For assistance with online applications, please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za
NOTE : Kindly note that no payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves
the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public
Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The
following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave
the following question blank if they do not have such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of
registration. Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and a detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference
number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the HR unit to submit certified copies of educational
qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks,
citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted before
appointment. The recommended candidate will be subjected to Medical
Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act
5/1993. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications
Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other
must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
CLOSING DATE : 28 August 2026
SALARY : Grade 1: R1 295 388 – R1 436 913 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package) Grade 2: R1 477 776 – R1 689 672 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Tara the H. Moross Centre, Sandton
REQUIREMENTS : A Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a psychologist in a
relevant registration category, i.e., Clinical. A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate clinical experience as a Clinical Psychologist after community service and
registration with the HPCSA as an independent clinical psychologist. The candidate must be able to provide and oversee the provision of psychological
services and be adept at working with multi-disciplinary teams and using different therapeutic modalities. Must be experienced in the use and
supervision of various psychometric assessments. Must be knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced in supervising intern psychologists, other
psychologists, clinical and didactic teaching, the Mental Health Care Act, and other relevant laws and regulations. Must possess good communication skills
and administration and leadership skills. Must be computer literate and in possession of a valid driver's license. Experience working in a Specialized
Psychiatry Hospital or Specialized Psychiatry Unit will be an added advantage.
Experience with any of the following will be an added advantage:
Psychodynamic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy and Family Therapy.
DUTIES : The candidate will be responsible for planning, managing and overseeing psychological services in the institution. Provide clinical services within one of
the hospital's treatment units. The candidate will be a joint appointee with WITS within the Division of Psychology, Department of Psychiatry, WITS. Coordinate
and participate in the training and supervision of psychology interns, junior psychologists, psychiatric registrars, medical students, nurses and other
clinical support and therapeutic service personnel, in addition to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students at the University. Involved in
promoting, conducting and supervising research projects. The candidate will serve on the Extended Management Team of the organisation and participate
in some of the hospital’s committees. Collaborate with various relevant external organisations and stakeholders.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. M.A Ngobeni – Ngobeni.mixo@gauteng.gov.za Ms. S. Naidoo – Sheryl.naidoo@gauteng.gov.za
APPLICATIONS : should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications
will be accepted. For assistance with online applications, please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za
NOTE : Kindly note that no payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves
the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public
Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The
following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave
the following question blank if they do not have such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of
registration. Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and a detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference
number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the HR unit to submit certified copies of educational
qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks,
citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted before
appointment. The recommended candidate will be subjected to Medical
Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act
5/1993. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications
Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other
must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
CLOSING DATE : 28 August 2026