6 Assistant Psychologist jobs in South Africa

About BlueSky:

We are a clinician-led, patient-centered, collaborative behavioral health company of mental health professionals committed to improving access to extremely high-quality mental health care! Each clinician is dedicated to evidence-based care. Our objective is to make our services more available to those in need of high-quality mental health care. We aim to serve not only those in rural areas but be available to all regions for those who would prefer to make use of the privacy, security, and convenience of a telehealth consultation.

About the job:

• Provide effective individual psychiatric care via telehealth in an outpatient setting.
• Provide direct patient care, conduct patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and prescribe medications as necessary.
• Ensure that all patient care is delivered in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• We are not affiliated with any hospitals or clinics; enjoy the autonomy of practicing in the best interest of the patient without corporate administrative interference.
• We are growing in the form of teams composed of multiple therapists and a prescriber. With onboarding, you meet multiple eligible psychotherapists looking for additions to their team and a match is made.
• We emphasize regular staffing with your collaborating therapists, at least monthly, to discuss patient cases or clinical topics.
• Clinical work is performed from home, days and hours are per the clinician's choosing (this includes mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.). Clinical team meetings are also virtual.
• Clinical conferences are held four times a week. It is required that you attend at least one per week for the first 90 days of employment; after that, it is required that you attend one monthly.

Job Requirements:

• Must have a PMHNP license and open to licensing in alternative states.
• Prior work as a PMHNP preferred but not required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of healthcare professionals.
• Solid computer and basic technology skills.
• Strong clinical background in psychiatry.
• Strong background in the diagnosis of psychiatric disorders and psychopharmacological treatments and familiarity with non-pharmacological interventions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Salary Range: $70 - $100 USD

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Service: Criminal Justice Approved Premises (AP) Mental Health Service

Location: North London

Reports to: Service Manager

Salary: £39,383 (GA Incl)

Job Purpose

The Senior Forensic Mental Health Practitioner (FMHP) will hold a caseload across two Approved Premises (APs) located in Camden and Tulse Hill. They will provide psychologically informed assessments and interventions, drawing on approaches such as:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Mindfulness
• Psychoeducation
  
  

• Facilitating case consultations to enhance colleagues’ confidence and skills in supporting individuals with mental health needs
• Actively contributing to team meetings to inform decision-making and support planning
• Leading workshops for AP staff on topics such as mental health awareness, trauma-informed practice, and engaging effectively with healthcare partners
  
  

• Contribute to the development and promotion of the service and Together by attending relevant forums
• Creation and delivery of relevant information sessions to professionals
• Work in partnership with other stakeholders
• Facilitate learning in groups through presentations and activities both within Together and external agencies
• Assess mental health and social care needs and provide a bespoke holistic support package
• Understand and adhere to relevant safeguarding and risk management protocols
• Empower people to lead on their support plan
• Provide low intensity support interventions of psychoeducation using techniques such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and Compassion Focused Therapy
• Support and deliver interventions to service users with complex needs and dual diagnosis
• Contribute to the prevention and management of harmful and violent behaviour
• Help people build self-esteem and increase motivation
• Enable people to discover and access appropriate services and facilities
• Support people to navigate and access services available to them as part of the bespoke care plan
• Assist people whose care is being transferred between services/agencies by liaising as appropriate
• Dynamically assess and manage risk, sharing need-to-know information with relevant agencies
• Report back on outcomes directly to referrers and/or via clinical and multidisciplinary group meetings
• Record keep, evidence work done, and ensure data is entered promptly and effectively onto relevant data management systems
• Work with integrity within the service delivery model, ensuring consistency and quality of service provision
• Maintain regular communication and updates with the wider team via phone, text, and emails
• Develop and sustain effective working relationships with staff in other agencies
• Develop a significant understanding of Together and its value system to present Together in a positive light
• Advise statutory agencies about the needs of service users in the relevant geographical area(s) and identify gaps in the service
• Research, prepare, and supply information to monitor the effectiveness of the service and produce statistical data as required to the service manager
  
  

• Working Hours: 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week)
• Work-Related Travel: You may be required to travel from your base to different offices. Additional travel expenses incurred will be reimbursed in line with the expense policy
• Role is Subject to:
• Ministry of Justice vetting: Enhanced Level 1 clearance (applied for once role is offered and accepted)
• Enhanced DBS clearance
  

• Mental health assessment and intervention skills Ability to conduct psychological assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, ACT, DBT, psychoeducation).
• Risk management and safeguarding knowledge Understanding of safeguarding protocols and dynamic risk assessment in forensic settings.
• Communication and collaboration Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with AP staff, probation officers, and external agencies.
• Record keeping and data management Competence in maintaining accurate records and using data systems for reporting.
• Training and facilitation Ability to deliver workshops and case consultations to professionals.
• Experience working in mental health services At least 2–3 years in a mental health or forensic setting, ideally with experience supporting individuals with complex needs or dual diagnoses.
• Experience in multi-agency environments Prior work in settings involving collaboration with criminal justice, social care, or healthcare professionals.
• Experience delivering psychological interventions Demonstrated ability to apply therapeutic techniques in practice, even at low intensity.
• Relevant degree or equivalent Degree in psychology, mental health nursing, social work, or a related field.
• Professional registration (if applicable) Registration with a relevant body (e.g., HCPC, NMC, BACP) may be required or preferred depending on the employer.
• Enhanced DBS clearance Mandatory for working with vulnerable individuals in criminal justice settings.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Temporary

• Job function Health Care Provider
• Industries Mental Health Care

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Description

Arisa Health is currently seeking a dynamic Independently Licensed Mental Health Professional to join our clinic in Mountain View, AR. The ideal Mental Health Professional will have experience providing services in a Behavioral Health organization or have experience with a community mental health or healthcare organization.

Job Details

Description

Arisa Health is currently seeking a dynamic Independently Licensed Mental Health Professional to join our clinic in Mountain View, AR. The ideal Mental Health Professional will have experience providing services in a Behavioral Health organization or have experience with a community mental health or healthcare organization.

Arisa Health is Arkansas' largest and most comprehensive nonprofit behavioral health provider. Formed by the affiliation of 4 long-standing Arkansas community mental health centers, Arisa Health leads with exceptional care that nurtures health and well-being for all. Arisa provides outpatient services, Crisis services and emergency screening, substance abuse counseling, intensive children services, intensive adult services, medical services, and residential services in 41 Arkansas counties.

This position is classified as full- time, exempt (salaried) and reports to the Program Coordinator.

Work hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This is a hybrid position which offers the flexibility to work on site and remotely.

This position is projected to start on June 23, 2025.

What you will do as a Mental Health Professional at Arisa Health:

• Interview/assess clients for mental health needs and perform individual, family and group therapy services.
• Document, review, and maintain accurate case records and relevant clinical information.
• Provide counseling and appraisal services to individuals or groups designed to develop an understanding of personal problems, to define goals, to plan activities to assess an individual’s aptitudes, attitudes, abilities, achievements, interests, and personal characteristics as these are related to personal social concerns, and educational progress.
  
  

• Master's degree in counseling or social work
• Current Arkansas license (LPC or LCSW)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to multitask.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a treatment team.
  
  

• Competitive Sign on Bonus
• Opportunity to earn additional bonuses throughout the year
• A mission driven company dedicated to transforming communities one life at a time.
• A great benefits package that includes (but is not limited to) Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k)/Roth plan with matching, and Healthcare Savings Accounts.
• Ongoing training throughout your employment
• Paid Time Off and Holidays throughout the year to recharge.
• Company sponsored Whole Health programs designed to recharge our teams.
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Health Care Provider
• Industries Mental Health Care

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About BlueSky:

We are a clinician-led, patient-centered, collaborative behavioral health company of mental health professionals committed to improving access to extremely high-quality mental health care! Each clinician is dedicated to evidence-based care. Our objective is to make our services more available to those in need of high-quality mental health care. We aim to serve not only those in rural areas but be available to all regions for those who would prefer to make use of the privacy, security, and convenience of a telehealth consultation.

About the job:

• Provide effective individual psychiatric care via telehealth in an outpatient setting.
• Provide direct patient care, conduct patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and prescribe medications as necessary.
• Ensure that all patient care is delivered in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• We are not affiliated with any hospitals or clinics; enjoy the autonomy of practicing in the best interest of the patient without corporate administrative interference.
• We are growing in the form of teams composed of multiple therapists and a prescriber. With onboarding, you meet multiple eligible psychotherapists looking for additions to their team and a match is made.
• We emphasize regular staffing with your collaborating therapists, at least monthly, to discuss patient cases or clinical topics.
• Clinical work is performed from home, days and hours are per the clinician's choosing (this includes mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.). Clinical team meetings are also virtual.
• Clinical conferences are held four times a week. It is required that you attend at least one per week for the first 90 days of employment; after that, it is required that you attend one monthly.

Job Requirements:

• Must have a PMHNP license and open to licensing in alternative states.
• Prior work as a PMHNP preferred but not required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of healthcare professionals.
• Solid computer and basic technology skills.
• Strong clinical background in psychiatry.
• Strong background in the diagnosis of psychiatric disorders and psychopharmacological treatments and familiarity with non-pharmacological interventions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Salary Range: $70 - $100 USD

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Date Posted: 08/06/2025
Closing Date: 09/09/2025 , 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 44653
Job Category: Faculty - Clinical
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Dept of Psychiatry
Hospital Affiliation: Centre for Addiction & Mental Health
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and the Department of Psychiatry in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto invite applications for the inaugural Graham Boeckh Foundation Chair in Youth Mental Health Research and Services. The start date of this full-time position will be October 1, 2026 or as mutually agreed upon. The initial term of the Chair position will be five years, with the opportunity for an additional five-year renewal following a successful review.

This Chair position is dedicated to advancing youth mental health research and services through equity-focused, community-integrated, and youth-engaged approaches. The successful candidate will develop and lead a world-class research program aimed at improving access to care, service experiences, and outcomes for youth with mental health and substance use challenges, as well as their families. The Chair will also play a pivotal role in fostering cross-sectoral collaboration, policy development, and implementation science to strengthen youth mental health systems in Canada and beyond.

About the Chair Position

The Chair will focus on integrated youth mental health services and systems transformation, with an emphasis on:

• Youth and Family Engagement: Co-designing and evaluating mental health services with young people and their families.
• Equity-Focused Research: Addressing disparities in mental health access and outcomes, particularly for marginalized populations.
• Knowledge Translation and Policy Impact: Informing and shaping policy, service delivery, and funding models through evidence-based research.
• Cross-Sector Collaboration: Building partnerships across healthcare, education, and social services to develop holistic, integrated care models.
• Data Governance and Implementation Science: Developing research-informed strategies to scale and sustain effective youth mental health interventions, including experience in developing large-scale data systems for youth mental health services, including development of data infrastructure, governance and systems for measurement-based care.

The Chair will serve as a scientific leader at CAMH, supporting interdisciplinary collaboration, mentorship of early-career scientists, and meaningful community partnerships to ensure research findings translate into real-world improvements in youth mental health care.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will lead a cutting-edge research program focused on youth mental health and substance use, integrating clinical, population health, and implementation science methodologies. They will foster national and international collaborations to advance research and service innovation in youth mental health. A strong emphasis will be placed on equity-based, youth-centered approaches, with studies co-designed alongside youth, families, and community partners. The candidate will also mentor and support the development of early-career scientists and trainees, including individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges. In addition, they will build cross-sectoral networks to strengthen youth systems of care, collaborating with stakeholders across health, education, and social service sectors. The role involves translating research into practice to support policy and systems change, engaging with decision-makers, and advocating for evidence-based policy reform. Finally, the candidate will champion knowledge exchange through high-impact scientific publications, participation in national and international symposia, and the use of youth-friendly knowledge mobilization platforms.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate will have an MD and/or Ph.D. and be eligible for (or currently hold) an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. MD candidates must be eligible for certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Psychiatry (or equivalent), and be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Applications from full Professors are preferred, but Associate Professors with a strong track record of leading independent, internationally recognized research programs will also be considered.

Candidates must demonstrate an international presence in youth mental health research and services, supported by a distinguished record of securing external research funding and producing high-impact publications. They should possess strong leadership skills and a proven track record in mentoring early-career researchers. A deep commitment to youth and family engagement, equity, and social justice in mental health research is essential. The ideal candidate will have the ability to attract, develop, and retain top research talent, and a history of successful partnerships with community organizations, policymakers, and service providers to drive meaningful and lasting change.

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

• A letter of interest outlining their vision for youth mental health research and services
• A statement of research accomplishments and future directions
• The names and contact details of three referees

Applications should be sent to Linda Burford-Mason ( ) by September 9, 2025.

CAUTION: This ad is “posted only” to the U of T affiliated hospital job board. Please see the information directly above for the application instructions; applications submitted via the "Apply Now" button on this page will NOT be considered for this position.

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada’s largest academic health sciences centre and one of the world’s leading research centres in mental illness. Dedicated to improving the lives of patients today and tomorrow, CAMH is a leader in clinical care, research, education, and system building, nationally and globally. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are top priorities at CAMH, and these priorities are at the heart of theOne CAMH Strategic Plan. For more information, please visit

The Department of Psychiatry at University of Toronto strives to provide the best care to today’s patients and to transform the understanding and treatment of mental illness and addiction for the patients of tomorrow. Our unique breadth and depth allow us to provide sound clinical care, create novel knowledge, translate research discoveries and train the future generations of psychiatry clinicians, educators and researchers. For more information, please visit

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .