Building a Unified, Relevant, and Responsive Psychology
Please join SADAG KZN on July 20 at UKZN for our 8th annual Durban Mental Health Symposium. The symposium will be held in person and as always, with an exciting programme lined up, including two book launches.
Please RSVP as spaces are limited,on the link https://docs.google.com/
Dear Member,
We hope you are well.
PsySSA has been made aware of a change in the HPCSA CPD System. Practitioners are now required to be CPD compliant at all times. All evidence of CPD compliance are valid for 24 months and compliance is determined on a 24 month basis.
Kindly see the HPCSA Frequently Asked Questions for Continuous Professional Development Programme below.
Although this scope of practice has now been withdrawn, the damage that it has caused to the practice of counselling psychologists, particularly to the legitimacy of their work with various populations, has remained until this day. Additional issues have arisen, more recently the issue of transverse registration which has been perceived as having the potential to negatively impact counselling psychology as a category. Ultimately the future of the work of counselling psychologists may be shaped by the forthcoming National Health Insurance (NHI). In this webinar we wish to expand on the ongoing conversations on the role of counselling psychologists in South Africa by looking at the work of counselling psychologists in the public health and education system. We attempt to explicate some of the challenges and opportunities that face counselling psychologists in public practice, to find ways to ensure the viability of the category.
PRESENTERS
Panelist
Dr Ewald Crause is the Senior Psychologist and Provincial Programme Coordinator for School Psychological Services employed by the Western Cape Education Department. He has worked in public service in two sectors in South Africa (i.e., Education and Corrections) and recently returned from New Zealand, where he worked as a Service Manager for the Ministry of Education. During his time abroad, Dr Crause was nominated to be the chair for the Recruitment and Selection panel, managing the appointments of Psychologists across the four Auckland offices (i.e., an itinerant role). His work also included collaboration with psychology peers in establishing a forum to discuss induction programmes and training needs for newly appointed staff members. He has been a practitioner for 17 years.
Panelist
Feroza Kaldine has been practicing as a Counselling Psychologist for the past 19 years in several contexts including private practice, corporate, academia, non-governmental and the public sector.
She enjoys academia as well as the practical application of psychological theory and she is particularly interested in the relevance of psychological practice in societies such as South Africa, that are characterized social disparities, diversity, and multiple psycho-social challenges. In 2011 she received a Recognition Award from the University of Johannesburg’s Unit for Institutional Advancement for her Community Engagement work with Masters Psychology students in her capacity as lecturer. Feroza is currently in the full-time employ of the Gauteng Province Department of Health, Helen Joseph Academic hospital and joint appointee of WITS University, Department of Psychiatry. She is the Programme Coordinator for the Counselling Psychology Internship programme at Helen Joseph Hospital. In addition to providing psychological interventions for patients from diverse backgrounds and with a variety of presenting concerns (using an integrative therapeutic approach), she provides psychotherapy, psychometric and community psychology-based supervision to Intern Counselling Psychologists. She also manages the Psychology Programmes on the Helen Joseph Chronic Pain and Renal Units and serves on the multi-disciplinary teams of both Units. She is a member of Pain SA and Neuropsychology South Africa.
Are you a compassionate psychologist seeking to make a meaningful impact on underserved communities? The Western Cape Education Department invites you to join us in Beaufort West, a remote area that presents unique challenges and rewarding opportunities.
Working in a remote area with high poverty levels requires a special dedication to improving lives. As a contract psychologist in Beaufort West, you’ll have the chance to positively influence the educational journey of students who face significant socio-economic hurdles. By understanding and addressing the specific challenges that arise from poverty, you’ll play a crucial role in empowering young minds and fostering resilience.
While working in such an environment may present obstacles, it also allows you to develop invaluable skills and personal growth. You’ll learn to adapt and be resourceful, finding innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of students and their families. The experience gained in Beaufort West will strengthen your ability to thrive in any professional setting.
Moreover, by embracing the challenges of a remote area with poverty, you contribute to the collective effort of breaking the cycle of disadvantage. Your dedication and expertise will make a lasting impact, not only on individual lives but also on the wider community, creating a ripple effect of positive change.
The Western Cape Education Department acknowledges and values your commitment. We recognize that the experience gained in Beaufort West can be a stepping stone toward more permanent positions within our organization. Your dedication and expertise will be an asset as we work together to ensure every learner receives the support they need to succeed.
If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most, while gaining invaluable experience in a remote area with high poverty levels, we invite you to apply for the contract psychologist position in Beaufort West. Join us in shaping brighter futures and creating opportunities for all. Apply today to embark on a transformative journey of professional and personal growth!
Educational, Counselling, and/or Clinical Psychologists may apply.
Closing date is the 22nd of July.
After a 3 year hiatus, the PsySSA Awards Standing Committee is proud to announce the opening of the Annual PsySSA Awards! The Annual PsySSA Awards recognises colleagues who have contributed to building a unified, relevant & responsive psychology.
Furthermore, the Awards committee is delighted to announce the addition of a new award, namely, The Citizen’s Psychology Award. This award was declared at the 27th Annual General Meeting of the Society, at Emperors Palace, on Wednesday, 12th October 2022, by then President Shahnaaz Suffla. The Award recognises PsySSA members who have used their professional expertise and experience in the interest of the public good through volunteering and other strategic roles and activities that seek to improve the lives of others and society at large.
Kindly submit all nominations with the relevant supporting documentation required to the PsySSA Executive Director, Ms. Fatima Seedat: fatima@psyssa.com to arrive no later than 18th August 2023. The completed form and associated documentation may be sent as follows:
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