REF NO: PRINC PSYCH/1/2026
Department: Clinical Psychology
SALARY: Grade 1 R1 071 918 per annum, all-inclusive salary package
CENTRE: Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital (IALCH)
REQUIREMENTS: Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. Registration certificate with HPCSA and Current registration as a clinical psychologist. At least 3 years post registration work experience as a Clinical Psychologist. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competence Required: Psychodiagnostic and psychotherapeutic competencies of working with adults and children within a hospital setting particularly applicable to level of care rendered at the Inkosi Albert LuthuliCentral Hospital (IALCH). Knowledge and experience in behavioural medicine. In-depth knowledge of policies, protocols and procedures as is applicable to the profession and the hospital. Supervisory experience. Knowledge and competence in neuropsychology assessment and report writing. Administrative and organisational skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Computer literacy. Good interpersonal, decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Adaptable, empathetic, assertive, self-motivated and flexible. Experience intervening with Burn Patients, Pain Management, Renal and Oncology patients and Palliative care will be an added advantage. Management experience including drawing up relevant policies and clinical protocols, financial management and HR knowledge. Strong Work ethic
DUTIES: To ensure effective and efficient management of all persons referred for psychological intervention at IALCH and thereby promote access to high quality psychology services. To manage and lead the Department of Clinical Psychology and ensure that safe and effective policies and procedures are in place and fully implemented to meet minimum quality standards as well as improve patient experience of care rendered by the Department. To manage training and development of staff, including orientation and induction of psychologists, capacity building and skills transfer to subordinates and other personnel at IALCH. Engage in effective communication and interaction between subordinates, other departments, personnel, consultants, colleagues, suppliers, and other service providers. To develop preventative and promotive psychological health programmes.
ENQUIRIES: Dr A Harrichandparsad Tel No: 031 240 1059
APPLICATIONS: must be addressed to the Human Resources Manager, and should be placed in the application box situated at Security at the entrance to the Management Building at IALCH or posted to Private Bag X03, Mayville, 4058.
NOTE: An Application for Employment Form (Z83) must be completed and forwarded. This is obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the website www.kznhealth.gov.za. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of qualifications, proof of registration and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview. Original signed letter from your current employer, confirming current and appropriate work experience related to the requirements and recommendations of the advert to be submitted only when shortlisted. People with disabilities should feel free to apply for the posts. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g Due to the large number of applications we receive, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. Should you not be advised within 60 days of the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful. Please note that due to financial constraints, there will be no payment of S&T claims.
CLOSING DATE : 03 April 2026