Vacancies

Psychologist

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We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Psychologist to join its multidisciplinary team and provide professional psychological services to individuals and groups requiring trauma-focused support.

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Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Employment Type: 12-Month Contract (possibility of an extension)
Closing Date:  31 August 2026

Email applications to: Banele Myeza banele@tnrconsulting.co.za

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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

 

Clinical Service Delivery:

• Provide individual and group therapy to survivors of gender-based violence, abuse, trauma and displacement.

• Conduct psychological assessments and diagnoses and determine appropriate therapeutic interventions.

• Develop individualised treatment plans and monitor client progress.

• Provide trauma counselling, debriefing and structured aftercare services.

• Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).

• Provide on-site psychological support during emergencies, crisis interventions and traumatic incidents.

• Provide appropriate psychological interventions to women, children and other vulnerable clients.

Trauma Intervention & Psychosocial Support:

• Apply trauma-informed therapeutic approaches appropriate to the individual needs and circumstances of clients.

• Provide crisis intervention and psychological support to individuals experiencing acute trauma or distress.

• Facilitate psychosocial workshops, psychoeducation and wellness programmes.

• Support clients through appropriate therapeutic interventions aimed at recovery, resilience and emotional wellbeing.

• Where appropriately trained, utilise specialised therapeutic approaches such as Trauma-Focused CBT, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Play Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Case Management & Documentation:

• Maintain accurate, professional and confidential psychological and client records.

• Document assessments, treatment plans, interventions, progress and relevant case information.

• Ensure client information is managed in accordance with ethical, professional and organisational requirements.

• Contribute relevant clinical information to multidisciplinary case management processes.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with Social Workers, Legal Advisors and other professionals involved in supporting survivors.

• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and contribute psychological expertise to appropriate client interventions.

• Support coordinated and holistic responses to the psychosocial, legal and broader support needs of clients.

Community Outreach & Psychoeducation:

• Participate in community-based psychosocial programmes and interventions across Cape Town’s township communities.

• Facilitate psychoeducation and awareness initiatives relating to trauma, psychological wellbeing and recovery.

• Provide psychological input into programmes supporting survivors of violence and abuse.

• Contribute to wellness and psychosocial education initiatives for both clients and staff.

Ethical Practice & Professional Compliance:

• Maintain professional registration and practise within the ethical requirements of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).

• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional boundaries when working with clients.

• Apply trauma-informed, culturally sensitive and rights-based principles throughout service delivery.

• Maintain appropriate professional standards when working with vulnerable adults and children.

Organisational Contribution & Continuous Improvement:

• Contribute to monitoring and evaluation activities aimed at measuring programme impact and improving service delivery.

• Participate in professional debriefing and ongoing professional development.

• Contribute professional insight towards strengthening the organisation’s psychosocial programmes and interventions.

• Support a culture of professional collaboration, learning and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Master’s Degree in Psychology.

• Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in trauma counselling, mental health services and/or working with survivors of violence and abuse.

• Proven practical experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is essential.

• Experience working with survivors of gender-based violence, abuse or significant trauma.

• Experience working with women and children within vulnerable or trauma-affected communities.

• Experience working with migrant or displaced women and children will be advantageous.

• Previous exposure to migration-related psychosocial services or similar programmes will be advantageous.

• Training or certification in additional trauma-focused therapeutic methodologies will be advantageous.

• Strong crisis intervention and trauma debriefing experience.

• Computer literacy and ability to maintain professional electronic and/or manual client documentation.

• Valid driver’s licence and ability to drive.

• Valid passport and willingness to travel where required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Successful candidates will be required to provide a Police Clearance Certificate.

• Candidates must not be listed on any abuse-related register.

• Willingness to work within community-based environments across Cape Town’s townships.

• Willingness to participate in professional debriefing and ongoing professional development.

COMPETENCIES & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• High level of empathy, emotional maturity and professional sensitivity.

• Strong trauma-informed and survivor-centred approach.

• Excellent counselling, listening and therapeutic communication skills.

• Strong crisis-management and intervention capabilities.

• Ability to remain composed and professionally effective when dealing with highly sensitive and traumatic circumstances.

• Sound professional judgement and ethical decision-making.

• Strong understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries.

• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work respectfully within diverse communities.

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

• Strong facilitation and psychoeducation capabilities.

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary environment.

• Ability to work independently and exercise appropriate professional judgement.

• Strong case-management, documentation and organisational skills.

• Resilience and the ability to manage the emotional demands associated with trauma-focused work.

• Commitment to protecting the dignity, rights and wellbeing of survivors.

• Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice.