16 Behavioral Health jobs in South Africa

Job Purpose
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Location:
Marischal College, Broad Street, Aberdeen

Duration:
Permanent, Full Time

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only
to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £1,505 per annum / 7.31 per hour)

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About The Role
To lead on the strategic and operational delivery of Adult Social Work and Adult Social Care across the Health & Social Care Partnership. To take responsibility for the discharge of Social Work statutory duties including duties in relation to Adult Support and Protection. To lead, support and advise on the professional and clinical delivery of social work across all operational services within the IJB.

The Post Holder Needs To Hold As a Minimum
Qualified Social Worker

Extensive experience at senior management level

Postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject

Evidence of continued professional development

Membership of Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme or willingness to join

Registration with SSSC

The Postholder Is Able To Demonstrate
Skills & Experience in:
Considerable senior management experience in operational social work

Ability to lead and motivate staff and to manage resources effectively

Complex budget management knowledge and competence, including financial resource planning and deployment and contingency planning

Innovative use of locality assets/resources

Ability to lead and motivate multi-sector and community partnerships

Experience in leading and delivering complex change

Proven interpersonal and negotiating skills

Excellent communication skills

IT literacy

Understanding Of
Clinical and professional role of social work services

Leading and empowering staff within a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency team

Considerable knowledge and competence in ensuring standards of clinical & care

governance, and their application, are well understood and adhered to within their

jurisdiction

Breadth of understanding/experience in managing and delivering complex service

provision and redesign

Competence in understanding and working within a democratic system of governance

In depth knowledge of legislation and policy

Working under pressure and to tight deadlines

Commitment To
The integration of health and social care

The vision, values, aims and priorities of Aberdeen City IJB

The Local Outcome Improvement Plan

The principles and aims of Aberdeen City Council

About Us
Please see the Job Profile for further details.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. For further information, please see our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Recruitment pack.

Flexible Working
We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

Disability Confident
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact

Armed Forces
We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a gold award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme
Role
We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for who:

• have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 (all jobs)
• looked after young people, those that are in continuing care or are a care leaver up to the age of 29 (all jobs)
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
• are New Scots aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

Please note that eligibility to work in the UK is dependent on legal status and all applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Further information can be found

Duties/Pligte

• Undergraduate teaching in the theoretical programme.
• Undergraduate teaching and coordinating a year group in the practice education programme.
• Postgraduate supervision.
• Research and publication.
• Participating in own and departmental social impact activities.

• Performing administrative tasks associated with the mentioned duties.

• Voorgraadse onderrig in die teoretiese program.

• Voorgraadse onderrig en koördinering van `n jaargroep in die praktykonderrigprogram.
• Nagraadse supervisie.
• Navorsing en publikasies.
• Deelname aan eie en departementele sosiale impak aktwiteite.
• Uitvoering van administratiewe take verbandhoudend met die genoemde pligte.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• PhD in Social Work, preferably in the field of child protection.
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.
• Evidence of the ability to publish and present at conferences.
• Professionally proficient in English, and willingness to function in a multilingual environment.

• Relevant practice experience.

• PhD in Maatskaplike Werk, verkieslik op die vakgebied van kinderbeskermingsdienste.

• Registrasie by die Suid-Afrikaanse Raad vir Maatskaplike Diensberoepe.
• Bewese vemoë om te publiseer en om voordragte by konferensies te lewer.
• Professionele vaardigheid in Engels en bereidwilligheid om te funksioneer in ¿n meertalige omgewing.
• Toepaslike praktykervaring.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• Knowledge of the BSW Standards of the Social Work Curriculum in South Africa as stipulated by the CHE.
• Experience with supervising undergraduate students in a Social Work practice education programme.
• Knowledge and experience of online teaching and learning platforms.
• Experience with independent research.
• Strong leadership and teamwork capabilities.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Kennis van die MSW Standaarde van die Maatskaplike Werk Kurrikulum in Suid-Afrika soos gestipuleer deur die RHO.

• Ervaring van supervisie aan voorgraadse studente in 'n Maatskaplike Werk praktykonderrigprogram.
• Kennis en ervaring van aanlyn onderrig- en leerplatforms.
• Ervaring van onafhanklike navorsing.
• Sterk leierskap- en spanwerkvaardighede.
• Uitstekende kommunikasievaardighede.

Applications must include the following:

• A complete academic curriculum vitae.
• A list of at least three contactable referees.
• A one to two page cover letter where the candidate discuss their experience, research and teaching plans, and potential contribution to the Department of Social Work at Stellenbosch University.
• A teaching portfolio (optional).

Aansoeke moet die volgende insluit:

• 'n Volledige akademiese curriculum vitae.
• 'n Lys van minstens drie verwysingspersone wat gekontak kan word.
• 'n Een- tot twee-bladsy dekbrief waarin die kandidaat hul ervaring, navorsings- en onderrigplanne, asook moontlike bydrae tot die Departement Maatskaplike Werk aan die Universiteit

Stellenbosch uiteensit.

• 'n Onderrigportefeulje (opsioneel).

Are you a Counselor, Psychologist, or Coach looking to work remotely and provide quality mental health support to clients? MindFi, a Mental Health and Wellbeing platform, is looking for
Care Providers
to join our network.

As a Care Provider, you will play an integral role in making high-quality care accessible to people across Asia-Pacific Region and Europe.

What You Can Expect at MindFi:

• Freelance & Remote: Work on your terms, alongside your existing practice.
• Diverse Opportunities: Opportunities to provide psychotherapy/counselling/coaching sessions, lead support groups, and deliver Masterclasses.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a growing community dedicated to mental well-being.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or a related field OR Coaching certification (ICF preferred or locally recognized)
• Registration/membership with relevant professional bodies and/or associations in your Country
• Minimum of 3 years experience in providing counseling services, especially online counselling.

About MindFi:
MindFi pursues a simple mission: making mental wellness culturally relevant and accessible to all of Asia. The MindFi platform delivers a full spectrum of mental health and wellbeing support to corporate clients and individual users. To empower lasting mental wellness for the modern professional, the platform serves 24/7 self-care and community-care services, intelligent matching with therapists and coaches, and personalized wellbeing tools in a single cross-platform mobile app.

Headquartered in Singapore, MindFi is the mental health and wellness provider of choice for Fortune 500 companies, fast-growing startups, and corporations in APAC. To become a part of the #MindFitness movement, or download the app on the App Store or Google Play.

Are you a Counselor, Psychologist, or Coach looking to work remotely and provide quality mental health support to clients? MindFi, a Mental Health and Wellbeing platform, is looking for Care Providers to join our network.

As a Care Provider, you will play an integral role in making high-quality care accessible to people across Asia-Pacific Region and Europe.

What You Can Expect at MindFi:

• Freelance & Remote: Work on your terms, alongside your existing practice.
• Diverse Opportunities: Opportunities to provide psychotherapy/counselling/coaching sessions, lead support groups, and deliver Masterclasses.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a growing community dedicated to mental well-being.

• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or a related field OR Coaching certification (ICF preferred or locally recognized)
• Registration/membership with relevant professional bodies and/or associations in your Country
• Minimum of 3 years experience in providing counseling services, especially online counselling.

MindFi pursues a simple mission: making mental wellness culturally relevant and accessible to all of Asia. The MindFi platform delivers a full spectrum of mental health and wellbeing support to corporate clients and individual users. To empower lasting mental wellness for the modern professional, the platform serves 24/7 self-care and community-care services, intelligent matching with therapists and coaches, and personalized wellbeing tools in a single cross-platform mobile app.

Headquartered in Singapore, MindFi is the mental health and wellness provider of choice for Fortune 500 companies, fast-growing startups, and corporations in APAC. To become a part of the #MindFitness movement, or download the app on the App Store or Google Play.

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.

CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally.

At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skill sets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with the majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work

CHAI strives to be an equal opportunity employer and promotes fairness, respect, equity and dignity in the workplace. CHAI welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and encourages people from historically disadvantaged groups to apply. CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and culture.
Position Overview
CHAI is seeking a highly motivated Program Manager to support the South African government in expanding equitable access to mental health services.

Working under the leadership of the National Department of Health (NDoH) and in close collaboration with provincial health departments, SAHPRA, and National Treasury. This program focuses on improving access to affordable, quality-assured psychotropic medications, generating evidence for cost-effective investment, and strengthening integration of mental health into existing HIV, PHC, and NCD platforms.

This senior role involves coordinating multi-stakeholder efforts, adapting global technical inputs for the South African context, and ensuring that all activities strengthen government capacity. The Program Manager will also help position the initiative for transition into a sustainable, multi-year national program.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Provide overall direction for the program in alignment with NDoH and provincial priorities.
• Oversee planning, coordination, and delivery of program workstreams, including market analysis, demand forecasting, policy support, and cost-effectiveness adaptation.
• Support NDoH, SAHPRA, Treasury, and provinces to co-design and implement solutions for improved medicine access and service integration.
• Convene and facilitate technical working groups, policy dialogues, and workshops involving government, civil society, academia, and people with lived experience.
• Supervise staff and consultants engaged on the program, ensuring accountability and high-quality outputs.
• Coordinate with CHAI's global mental health team to bring in technical expertise while tailoring tools and evidence for the South African context.
• Translate technical work (e.g. supplier engagement, cost-effectiveness analysis) into actionable policies and sustainable improvements in access to care.
• Contribute to donor reporting, communication, and relationship management.
• Work with government and partners to secure long-term financing and embed approaches into national systems for lasting impact.
• Execute any other responsibilities as requested by CHAI leadership, ensuring adaptability and responsiveness to evolving program needs.
• Master's degree in public health, health policy, economics, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in health systems, policy, or program leadership (experience in mental health, pharmaceutical access, or health economics is an advantage).
• A minimum of 5+ years of management experience as a Program Manager.
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated success in working with or within government at senior levels to shape and implement health programs.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in tools such as Excel and PowerPoint for modeling, costing, and presenting evidence.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Advantages

• Experience working directly with institutions such as NDoH, SAHPRA, or National Treasury.
• Previous experience in global health, supply chain management, or market shaping.
• Experience influencing policy processes, drafting briefs, or engaging in high-level stakeholder forums.

Treatment Room Nurse (Ref:
Temporary Contract until 31/09/26
Part Time - 22 hours per week
Band 5 - Salary Range £ 33,247 - £1,424 per annum (pro rata)
Plus Distant Islands Allowance of ,482 per annum (pro rata)
Are you are an experienced Qualified Nurse, who is enthusiastic about your role and wants to make a difference? If so we want you to join us working as part of the nursing team delivering care to the population of Shetland in a primary care and community setting.

Working predominantly in the Unst Health Centre you will be able to complete treatment room nursing skills for our population. The role of the Practice Nurse is a key member of the practice team. You should be proactive health engagement, health prevention and health management. Be able to provide comprehensive and personalised care to individuals across their lifespan and are directly accessible by the whole practice population

Please note that current NMC registration is essential for this post. A commitment to delivering evidenced based care and patient safety is essential. You will work independently based in the Unst Health Centre working closely within the community nursing team and the GP. You may work across Primary Care Nursing and the community nursing team when required.

Skills in phlebotomy, ECG, Ear Irrigation, Wound Management, Spirometry, Smear testing, Long Term Condition management would be advantageous but training can be provided. Full driving license is preferred and a willingness to work autonomously is essential. All these qualities, combined provide a pivotal role within the wider multi-disciplinary practice team which contributes significantly to improving health outcomes and reducing health inequalities.

This contract is for a fixed-term period until 31/09/26. The reason for the fixed-term contract is to cover a career break. If you wish to apply for this post as a secondment opportunity, you will need to discuss with your line manager before submitting an application.

If you are interested in discussing this post or other opportunities within primary care, please contact Vicky Schofield on or

Closing date: 05/10/25

Interviews: TBA

If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at including the vacancy reference number and "NHS Shetland" in the subject line.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Overview:

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.

CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally.

At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skill sets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with the majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work:

CHAI strives to be an equal opportunity employer and promotes fairness, respect, equity and dignity in the workplace. CHAI welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and encourages people from historically disadvantaged groups to apply. CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and culture.

Position overview

CHAI is seeking a highly motivated Program Manager to support the South African government in expanding equitable access to mental health services.

Working under the leadership of the National Department of Health (NDoH) and in close collaboration with provincial health departments, SAHPRA, and National Treasury. This program focuses on improving access to affordable, quality-assured psychotropic medications, generating evidence for cost-effective investment, and strengthening integration of mental health into existing HIV, PHC, and NCD platforms.

This senior role involves coordinating multi-stakeholder efforts, adapting global technical inputs for the South African context, and ensuring that all activities strengthen government capacity. The Program Manager will also help position the initiative for transition into a sustainable, multi-year national program.

Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide overall direction for the program in alignment with NDoH and provincial priorities.
• Oversee planning, coordination, and delivery of program workstreams, including market analysis, demand forecasting, policy support, and cost-effectiveness adaptation.
• Support NDoH, SAHPRA, Treasury, and provinces to co-design and implement solutions for improved medicine access and service integration.
• Convene and facilitate technical working groups, policy dialogues, and workshops involving government, civil society, academia, and people with lived experience.
• Supervise staff and consultants engaged on the program, ensuring accountability and high-quality outputs.
• Coordinate with CHAI's global mental health team to bring in technical expertise while tailoring tools and evidence for the South African context.
• Translate technical work (e.g. supplier engagement, cost-effectiveness analysis) into actionable policies and sustainable improvements in access to care.
• Contribute to donor reporting, communication, and relationship management.
• Work with government and partners to secure long-term financing and embed approaches into national systems for lasting impact.
• Execute any other responsibilities as requested by CHAI leadership, ensuring adaptability and responsiveness to evolving program needs.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in public health, health policy, economics, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in health systems, policy, or program leadership (experience in mental health, pharmaceutical access, or health economics is an advantage).
• A minimum of 5+ years of management experience as a Program Manager.
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated success in working with or within government at senior levels to shape and implement health programs.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in tools such as Excel and PowerPoint for modeling, costing, and presenting evidence.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Advantages

• Experience working directly with institutions such as NDoH, SAHPRA, or National Treasury.
• Previous experience in global health, supply chain management, or market shaping.
• Experience influencing policy processes, drafting briefs, or engaging in high-level stakeholder forums.

We are a growing mental health agency seeking a highly experienced professional to join our leadership team. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and confident in holding staff accountable while also stepping in to handle tasks directly when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and hold a team of 7 accountable for their daily tasks and responsibilities.
• Step in and complete tasks when gaps arise.
• Use critical and analytical thinking to identify problems, create solutions, and act without waiting for instructions.
• Ensure deadlines, compliance, and quality standards are met.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to staff.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years professional experience, ideally in healthcare, operations, or team management.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and make decisions.
• High level of professionalism and accountability.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

What We Offer:

• Remote role supporting a U.S.-based mental health agency.
• Competitive pay in USD.
• Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven organization.

If you are an experienced professional who thrives on accountability, leadership, and problem solving, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply:

Send your CV and a short cover letter to

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Remote

Expected Start Date: 2025/10/01

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our busy team in Affric Ward (Intensive Psychiatric Care Unit). In our challenging clinical environment you will play a central role in an effective multi-disciplinary team striving to deliver excellent care to patients who have complex individual needs. We are looking for applicants with a genuine commitment to the provision of safe, consistent, patient-centred care in a secure environment. You will be able to demonstrate strong values, with good communication & team-working skills as well as recent relevant experience of mental health care. An active interest in Forensic Nursing & Quality Improvement would be advantageous.

Informal enquiries to: Don Nicolson tel: email:
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