ESTHER PULENG KHOTLELE
PARYS
Summary
I am an HPCSA-registered Counselling Psychologist currently working at CHHP: Psychology. I completed my Master’s in Counselling Psychology with the University of Pretoria in 2024. Underpinned by a strong academic foundation coupled with the incomparable experience received from CHHP at their various work sites throughout my internship year to date I have learnt to work using a variety of therapeutic approaches, with a special interest in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema and Person-Centered therapy. I also have a passion for psychometric assessments and being part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to advance the well-being of families. Furthermore, my ability to speak different languages (Sesotho, Setswana, Isixhosa) in addition to English allows me to deliver tailored support to our diverse clientele and make psychology more accessible all not.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Counselling Psychologist
Centre for Human Health and Performance (CHHP) – NWU
07.2024 - Current
- - Administer psychological assessment of clients using HPCSA recognised psychometric instruments.
- - Ability to conduct client or case-relevant research (i.e., diagnostic or therapeutic information) and theoretical conceptualisation.
- - Conduct case presentations and multi-disciplinary group discussions.
- - Do workshops and presentations for various clients.
- - Conduct group therapy and individual therapy.
- - Do career assessments at CHHP
- - Do concession assessments
- - Capable Handle administrative responsibilities
Intern Counselling Psychologist
Centre for Human Health and Performance (CHHP) – NWU
01.2023 - 07.2024
- - Administer psychological assessment clients using HPCSA recognized psychometric instruments.
- - Ability to conduct client or case relevant research (i.e., diagnostic or therapeutic information) and theoretical conceptualization.
- - Conduct case presentations and multi-disciplinary group discussions.
- - Do workshops and presentations for various clients.
- - Conduct group therapy and individual therapy.
- - Do career assessments for the Student Counselling Division
- - Attend individual and group supervision on a weekly basis.
- - Capable of handling administrative responsibilities.
- End of internship
Administrative Clerk
Dept of Education - Dome Primary School
09.2021 - 01.2022
- - Perform all administrative tasks
- - Switchboard duties and over the counter enquiries
- - Handling of cash, issuing of receipts and cashing up - all finance task
- - Handling of HR tasks (leave applications & submissions, maintaining records)
- - Assisting various stakeholders (e.g. Dept of health, district offices) with required documents and support
- Reason for leaving: Pursue Masters degree in Counselling psychology
Secretary
Free Baptist Church
11.2020 - 12.2021
- - Typing, preparing and collating reports
- - Filing and maintaining a filing system
- - Organising and servicing meetings
- - Producing agendas and taking minutes
- - Managing church database.
- - Communicating with various stakeholders
- Volunteer basis
Office Supervisor
Acute Consulting
06.2013 - 10.2013
- - All office management tasks
- - Draw up contracts for new personnel employment
- - UIF and SARS submission
- - Processing of salaries and Wages
- - Create and expedite all orders for collection
- - Manage logistics and accommodation bookings
- - Compile all reports as required for the various project sites (Labour Reports, Monthly Financial Expenditure, Projects Tendered for and status)
- - Attend to all incoming mail and respond efficiently
- - Perform stock-taking of store-room (Office Consumables and Stationary)
- - Render administrative support to all site clerks and project team members.
- Reason for leaving: Business Shutdown due to COVID-19 pandemic
Debtors Clerk
Potch Mediclinic
01.2013 - 03.2013
- - Ensure payments are batched according to procedure and batches are checked & variances addressed
- - Ensure payments are processed according to policy and procedure
- - Request refunds and monitor their status
- - Capture cashbook entries daily
- - Ensure Cash book is balanced with Audit trail
- - Ensure that a filing system is in place for all relevant documentation
- - Utilize on Demand Reports according to policy (Receipts processed, Unbalanced Batches & Refund Except Report)
- - Demonstrate Ethical & professional behaviour
- Reason for leaving: Joined family/business
Accounts Controller
Potch Mediclinic
03.2011 - 01.2012
- - Accounts processing—check all accounts to be finalized for financial implications
- - Finalizing and billing accounts in line with set time frame
- - Documenting and reporting of patients final accounts in line with PAS manual
- - Meeting client expectations, resolving queries and maintaining client confidentiality
- - Office administrative duties and other adhoc duties delegated by supervisor
- Reason for leaving: Promoted
Administrative Clerk
Potch Mediclinic
02.2011 - 02.2011
- - Switchboard duties and over the counter enquiries
- - Admissions and discharges of patients
- - Confirmations and authorizations for patients admissions
- - Coding of diagnose and procedures
- - Handling of cash, issuing of receipts and cashing up
- Reason for leaving: Promoted
Unit Administrative Assistant
Potch Mediclinic
10.2008 - 01.2009
- - Unit telephone is attended to, telephone etiquette principles are followed and calls are directed to relevant people
- - Statistical information is updated and submitted as required
- - Filing systems are maintained electronically and manually
- - Patient opinion surveys are distributed, collected and processed as per procedure
- - Theatre slate is updated and bed allocated as per procedure
- - Client expectations are met and quality client service principles are maintained
- Reason for leaving: Promoted
Administrator
Unbridled Trading
10.2007 - 01.2008
- - Carry out all administrative tasks
- - Sell and market products telephonically
- - Client services
- - Generate invoices and purchase orders for sales
- - Handle basic financial administration
- - Attend to personal and administrative duties
Education
MA - Counselling Psychology
University of Pretoria
Pretoria01.2023
BA Honours - Psychology
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg01.2021
BA - Sociology & Psychology
NWU
Vanderbijlpark01.2020
Diploma - Management
Southern Business School (SBS)
Krugersdorp12.2011
Certificate - Management
Southern Business School (SBS)
Krugersdorp07.2010
Grade 12/Matric -
Milner High School
Klerksdorp01.2006
Skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Office
- Psychological assessment
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Analytical thinking
- Group therapy facilitation
- Psychological interventions
- Mental health assessment
- Clinical assessment
- Patient records management
LANGUAGES
English (Good)
Afrikaans (Fair)
Sesotho (Good)
Setswana (Good)
Isixhosa (Fair)
Isizulu (Fair)
References
- Prof Pieter, Kruger CHHP Director, Pieter.Kruger@nwu.ac.za, 018 299 1737, CHHP
- Dr Monique, de Klerk, CHHP Intern Program Coordinator, Monique.deklerk@nwu.ac.za, 018 299 1737, CHHP
- Prof Maretha, Visser, Maretha.Visser@up.ac.za, 012 420 2549, University of Pretoria
- Mrs Wilna, van Buren-Scheele, Principal, wilnavbs@gmail.com, 082 923 9028, Dome Primary School
- Mrs Mpho, Malefane, Reception Admin Team Leader, malefanem8@gmail.com, 063 117 8165, Potch Mediclinic
- Mrs Jemina, Mbambo, Chief Administrator, 073 314 2706, Unbridled Trading
ADDRESS
3232 Starling Ave, Parys, 9585
DoB
1988-09-02
ID No
880902 0608 085
Contact Details
- Tel: +27 72 305 4581
- Email: mochochoko@gmail.com
Marital Status
Married
Drivers License
Code B
Criminal Offence
None
HPCSA Registration
PSIN 0168190
Timeline
Registered Counselling Psychologist
Centre for Human Health and Performance (CHHP) – NWU
07.2024 - Current
Intern Counselling Psychologist
Centre for Human Health and Performance (CHHP) – NWU
01.2023 - 07.2024
Administrative Clerk
Dept of Education - Dome Primary School
09.2021 - 01.2022
Secretary
Free Baptist Church
11.2020 - 12.2021
Office Supervisor
Acute Consulting
06.2013 - 10.2013
Debtors Clerk
Potch Mediclinic
01.2013 - 03.2013
Accounts Controller
Potch Mediclinic
03.2011 - 01.2012
Administrative Clerk
Potch Mediclinic
02.2011 - 02.2011
Unit Administrative Assistant
Potch Mediclinic
10.2008 - 01.2009
Administrator
Unbridled Trading
10.2007 - 01.2008
MA - Counselling Psychology
University of Pretoria
BA Honours - Psychology
University of Johannesburg
BA - Sociology & Psychology
NWU
Diploma - Management
Southern Business School (SBS)
Certificate - Management
Southern Business School (SBS)
Grade 12/Matric -
Milner High School
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