
Principal Psychologist Grade 1: Therapeutic And Counselling Services
The Department of Correctional Services is looking for a Principal Psychologist Grade 1: Therapeutic And Counselling Services. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.
Source: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026Post 38/14, page 14
- Reference number
- HO 2026/11/23
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 6 November 2026
- Centre
- National Head Office
- Directorate
- Psychological Services
What you will need
- An appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Psychologist in a relevant category (i.e.
- Clinical, Counselling, Educational, Industrial, Research Psychology).
- Registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in any of the identified categories.
- Computer literacy.
- Valid driver’s licence.
Experience
A minimum of three (3) years appropriate experience as a Clinical Psychologist after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in any of the identified categories. Competencies And Attributes: Extensive experience in the provision of therapeutic and counselling services. Experience in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of therapeutic intervention programmes.
Professional registration
An appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Psychologist in a relevant category (i.e. Registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in any of the identified categories. A minimum of three (3) years appropriate experience as a Clinical Psychologist after registration with the HPCSA as Psychologist in any of the identified categories.
Driver's licence
Valid driver’s licence.
Skills and competencies
- Competencies And Attributes: Extensive experience in the provision of therapeutic and counselling services.
- Applied strategic thinking, communication, project management, presentations and report writing skills.
Key responsibilities
- Management of therapeutic and counselling services.
- Provide professional and clinical guidance to Psychologists rendering therapeutic services in regions and correctional
Additional details
- Grade: National
How to apply
- Enquiries: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo
- Telephone: (012) 307 2174, (012) 305 8589
Please note
- Appointment under the Public Service Act.
Applications for this vacancy have closed.

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