Psychometrist: Warrant Officer - SAPS Eastern Cape

POST: Psychometrist (Warrant Officer)

Core Functions: 

• Rendering of psychologically related interventions: (e.g. Counselling, Psychotherapy, Trauma & Suicide); 
• Ensure the rendering of a professional, integrated service by Employee Health and Wellness to SAPS employees; 
• Improve the mental well-being of members by providing psychological, emotional, personal and work- interventions; 
• Work in a multi-disciplinary Employee Health and Wellness Team; 
• Assist in Psychometric testing; 
• Assist in conducting Organizational Diagnosis and team-building initiatives; 
• Management of projects and mental health-related initiatives. 
• Marketing of Psychological services; 
• Assist with the facilitation of Assessment Centers; \ 
• Management of human, physical and financial resources; 
• Assist in the development of Organizational Norms, Standards and Procedures; 
• Willingness to travel; 
• Willingness to work long hours.

Generic Requirements: 

• Applicant must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 
• Have a Senior Certificate (Grade 12); 
• Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English;
• Must be a SA citizen; 
• Must have no criminal record or pending criminal/ department cases; 
• Computer Literacy; 
• Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills. 
• Analytical, Self-Management and Problem-Solving Skills; 
• Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 
• Have at least a valid light driver’s license; 
• Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening and fingerprint verification; 
• Applicants must be willing to travel extensively; 
• Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage 
• Must not have visible tattoos when wearing SAPS uniform; 
• Successful candidates must be willing to travel and attend courses when required. 

Additional Requirements: 

• Applicants must have a relevant Honors / Masters’ degree in Psychology, SAQA Accredited on NQF Level 7 or higher level; 
• Proof of Academic Record of qualification/s from recognized institution (SAQA accredited); 
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Registered Counsellor or Psychometrist or Psychologist and must submit proof of valid registration for 2024/2025; 
• Experience in the field of the post as a Registered Counsellor / Psychometrist will be an added advantage.

LOCATIONS & REFERENCES: 

1. Psychological Services: Makhanda (Grahamstown), Eastern Cape - EC08/12/2024 (1 post)
2. Psychological Services: Aliwal North, Eastern Cape - EC06/12/2024 (1 post) 
3. Psychological Services: Mthatha, Eastern Cape - EC09/12/2024 (1 post) 
4. Psychological Services: East London, Eastern Cape - EC07/12/2024 (1 post) 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: (Band B1) R351 570 per annum