Readvertising - Manager: Counselling Centre

Grahamstown, Eastern Cape
Permanent
Full-time

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Readvertising - Manager: Counselling Centre (Grade 16)Division of Student Support and DevelopmentStudent WellnessThe Division of Student Support and Development invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.Main ObjectivesThe provision of a holistic psychological support service to the students of the University. The Counselling Centre serves a dual function: firstly, to provide psychological care to students and, secondly, as an accredited internship site for the training of intern psychologists.The RequirementsQualified Counselling Psychologist, registered with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA), with approximately 5 years relevant work experience over and above their internship where such experience includes:

Previous experience working with adolescents or individuals in early adulthood. The greater diversity of the experience with adolescents the better for example, experience in one-on-one counselling, group counselling and educational work. Those individuals with specific experience of working with University students will also be at an advantage
Previous experience supervising interns with a good track record of having done so
At least 3 years' previous supervision/management experience

Application ProcessIt is essential that prospective candidates read the for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.The following documents are required:

A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -

Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.

A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to .Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

Short-listing meeting date:TBC
The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.

Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum (Grade 16):Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 805 257Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1 040 825All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.Closing Date: 19 September 2025If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

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