CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The core purpose of this post is to provide appropriate and effective student counselling, career and development service delivery to the Nelson Mandela University communities as directed in accordance with the mission of the Centre.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• To provide a professional psychological counselling service to Nelson Mandela University students, related to academic, career and psychosocial wellbeing.
• To contribute to the promotion and maintenance of a supportive Organisational environment through a professional service to the university stakeholders.
• To increase accessibility to Emthonjeni Student Wellness services through resource development, consultation, training, community interventions, and media communication. 

CORE COMPETENCIES

• A thorough understanding of the counselling and developmental needs of higher education students.
• A thorough knowledge and understanding of the South African higher education context.
• A thorough understanding of and experience in student counselling, career and development programmes and services regarding student access, retention and success.
• A thorough knowledge of student counselling trends nationally and internationally.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication, research, and relevant computer literacy skills. proficient in virtual counselling techniques, including online communication.
• Have proven attributes of transparency, integrity and teamwork

REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for appointment to this post, candidates should have complied with the following requirements:

Master’s degree in psychology

Be a Psychologist (Counselling, Clinical or Educational) registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)

Have at least 2 years’ experience in which competence has been gained.