GROWING KWAZULU-NATAL TOGETHERDIRECTORATE:Tel: 039 2590310 Fax: 039 2590149TO: ALL EMPLOYEES OF THE DEPARTMENTVACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHThe contents of this Circular Minute must be brought to the notice of all eligibleemployees on the establishment of all Institutions. It must be ensured that all employeeswho meet the requirements of the post/s are made aware of this circular minute even ifthey are absent from their normal places of work.DIRECTIONS TO CANDIDATES:-1. The following documents must be submitted:-(a) Application for Employment Form (Form Z.83), which is obtainable at anyGovernment Department OR from the website - www.kznhealth.gov.za. (New Z83 form)SANC receipts and proof of experience will be requested from shortlisted candidatesonly, don’t include in your application.2. The Reference Number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83.3. Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post.NB: (a) Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify the applicants.Faxed copies will NOT be accepted. Copies of certified copies will disqualify candidates.(b) The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the StateSecurity. Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting),criminal clearance, credit records citizenship), verification of EducationalQualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from previous andcurrent employers and verification from the Company Intellectual PropertyCommission (CIPC). GROWING KWAZULU-NATAL TOGETHERIt is applicant responsibility to have foreign Qualifications and national certificate(where applicable) evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).4. Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of educationalqualifications, proof of registration with Health Professional Council (if applicable),Certified copy of identity document, proof of experience indicating detailed periods ofexperience endorsed by HR. Failure to produce these documents will disqualifycandidates shortlisted. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the CurriculumVitae is detailed enough to reflect all information associated with the post applied for.5. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is receivedwithin 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications wereunsuccessful.NB: Please note that due to financial constraints no S&T claims will beconsidered for payment to candidates that are invited for interviews.(This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is topromote representatively in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department.)All applications must be directed to: Attention: Mr E.N. Bangani, Umzimkhulu Hospital,and Private Bag x 514, Umzimkhulu, 3276 or hand deliver to Umzimkhulu Hospital,CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS: 13 September 2024 at 16h00Original signed by Acting CEO_________________________Acting Chief Executive Officer______________________DateGROWING KWAZULU-NATAL TOGETHERAdvertisementPost : Medical Specialist Grade 1/2/3 PsychiatryNo. Of Posts : X1Reference No. : Umz04/2024Other Benefits : 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional), HousingAllowance (Employee Must Meet Requirements) Senior Certificate Or Equivalent Plus MBCHB OR equivalent PLUS Current registration with HPCSA as Specialist Psychiatrist GRADE 1: 0-5 years’ experience post specialist qualification (proof of experiencestamped and endorsed by human resources) GRADE 2: 6-10 years’ experience post specialist qualification (proof ofexperience stamped and endorsed by human resources) GRADE 3: 10+ years’ experience post specialist qualification (proof ofexperience stamped and endorsed by human resources)RECOMMENDATIONComputer LiteracyKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, TRAINING, AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED Sound knowledge and clinical skills in the management of adult and childpsychiatry patients Ability to supervise and teach junior and senior members of staff Good communication and interpersonal and management skills Sound professional and ethical values and a concern for excellence Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary teamKEY PERFORMANCE AREAS To provide safe, ethical and high quality psychiatric services within the hospital. Undertake and support Continuing Medical Education (CME) and ContinuingProfessional Development activities. Supervise and mentor medical officer, community service officers and nursingstaff. Provide expert advice and clinical support to hospitals referring to UmzimkhuluPsychiatric Hospital. Active participation in quality improvement programmes including clinical audits. Attend to administrative matters as it pertains to the running of the unit. Co-ordinate multidisciplinary team activities. GROWING KWAZULU-NATAL TOGETHER Attend meetings and workshops as directed. Co-ordinate and support the mental health outreach programme within HarryGwala District. Comply with all legal prescripts, Acts, legislation, policies, circulars, procedures,guidelines and code of conduct for public service. Adhere to correct channels of communication as per hospital organogram. Maintain clinical, professional and ethical standards. Assist the hospital management with the development and implementation ofguidelines, protocols and clinical audits, revising as needed to optimize patientcare in wards and outpatients departments.Closing: 13 September 2024_________________________Acting Chief Executive Officer______________________DateGROWING KWAZULU-NATAL TOGETHERJob Title :Clinical Psychologist Grade 1, 2, 3No of Posts :01Component :Clinical PsychologyRef No :UMZ05/2024Salary :Grade 1: R827211.00 Grade 2: R961806.00 Grade 3: R1113600.00Other Benefits :13th Cheque, Medical Aid Optional Housing Allowance (Employee Must Meet Prescribed Requirements)MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSTGrade 1 Senior Certificate/Matric Grade 12 Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology Plus Certificate of Independent Practice as a Clinical Psychologist with HealthProffessions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)Grade 2 Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology Plus Certificate of Independent Practice as a Clinical Psychologist with HealthProfessions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) Eight (8) years of experience after registration as a Clinical Psychologist Onlyshortlisted candidates will be required to submit Proof of work experience(current of service record/certificate of services) endorsed by HR Office.Grade 3 Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology Plus Certificate of Independent Practice as a Clinical Psychologist with HealthProfessions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Sixteen (16) years of experience after registration as a Clinical PsychologistOnly shortlisted candidates will be required to submit Proof of work experience(current of service record/certificate of services) endorsed by HR Office.RECOMMENDATION Unendorsed Valid Code EB Driver’s License (Code 8) Computer Literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPointKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, TRAINING & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED GROWING KWAZULU-NATAL TOGETHER Competency in psychological assessment and report writing within the context ofinvoluntary, voluntary, assisted and forensic mental health care users Provide psycho-diagnostic and therapeutic services. Demonstrable competency and knowledge of best practices in psychotherapyand patients recovery from psychosis. Ability to develop and implement psychological rehabilitation programmes. Ability to work with other mental health professionals within the multi-disciplinaryteam, Good interpersonal decision making and problem solving skills.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Ensure effective and efficient management of all persons referred forpsychological services. Manage MHCUs within a multidisciplinary team framework. Ensure compliance with applicable policies and procedures. Participate in the development of guidelines and policies Engage in consultation with other departments/hospitals when required. Develop and render psychotherapeutic programme for long stay chronic mentalhealth care users in line with best practices in psychosocial rehabilitation Provide forensic psychological assessment to persons referred by the court,including children in conflict with the law, and survivors of crime. Court testimony as expert witness Attend to relevant administrative matters Provide teaching and training to intern Clinical Psychologists and other clinicalstaff Participate in hospital’s outreach programmes Undertake mental health research.Closing: 13 September 2024_________________________Acting Chief Executive Officer______________________Date#J-18808-Ljbffr