Clinical Counselling Psychologist - Plettenberg Bay

Recruiter:

VENCORP PLACEMENTS

Job Ref:

CPT000039/CM

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Location:

Garden Route, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Our client is a highly specialized addiction center dealing with substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health issues for international patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting individual and group therapy sessions for patients struggling with addiction, as well as providing assessments and diagnoses for mental health and substance use disorders.

POSITION INFO:
Duties & Responsibilities:

Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for patients with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders.
Provide assessments and diagnoses for mental health and substance use disorders.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans.
Participate in case conferences and staff meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment strategies.
Maintain patient records and documentation in accordance with ethical and legal standards.
Stay current with research and best practices in addiction treatment and mental health care.

Requirements:

Relevant qualification as Clinical /Counseling Psychologist (Bpsych, Hons, Masters) with valid HPCSA registration
Previous experience working in a hospital and not only private practice experience
Experience with in-patient settings
Experience working with patients with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders (substance abuse and eating disorders a must).
Strong assessment and diagnostic skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a high command of English first language.
Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
Knowledge of evidence-based addiction treatment modalities and mental health interventions.
Commitment to ethical and professional standards.
EMDR qualified, trained and experienced would be advantageous

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