
Dedicated and compassionate intern counseling psychologist with extensive experience in providing psychotherapeutic services to students and young adults. Skilled in individual and group counseling, program development, and therapeutic interventions aimed at promoting academic success and emotional wellness. Adept at conducting career testing, academic support services, and comprehensive therapeutic programs. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, conduct research, and contribute to the development of tailored programs to meet the unique needs of diverse student populations. Committed to continuous professional development and upholding the highest standards of psychological practice.
Psychotherapeutic Counseling Services to Students: Promoting Academic Success and Emotional Wellness.
Responsibilities:
Counseling Services:
Providing individual and group counseling to students.
Presenting programs to enhance student emotional wellness.
Offering therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and other clients at various campuses as part of training requirements.
Consultation and Collaboration:
Developing preventative, self-help, academic, and therapeutic programs based on identified student needs.
Creating new programs according to these needs.
Collaborating and receiving feedback from internal stakeholders through relevant data and research.
Career Testing and Academic Support:
Developing and delivering academic support services and programs. Providing feedback to students after testing and counseling sessions.
Consulting with academic personnel, relevant internal and external stakeholders, and students to determine needs, problems, and opportunities for programs and other relevant interventions.
Research:
Contributing to research to support the development of tailor-made programs that address the academic and emotional needs of the student population at the University of Pretoria.
Professional Development:
Enhancing personal knowledge through studying relevant literature and research to ensure continuous learning and training.
Participating in case presentations for evaluation by supervisors and other professionals.
Undergoing mandatory weekly supervision.
Institutional Activities:
Participating as a team member within the Student Counseling Unit and its networks within the University.
Customer Care
Consignment Management
Reporting Skills
Ethics
Problem solving
Research
Emotional Stability
Highly computer literate
Empathy
Patience
Ability to communicate
Teamwork and Collaboration
Fast Learner
Computer Skills
Problem-Solving
Presentations
Interpersonal and Social Skills
Report Writing
Goal-oriented mindset
Multitasking and Organization
Creativity and Innovation
Attention to Detail
[Language] Fluency
Project Support
Microsoft Office Suite
Research and analysis
Outstanding communication skills
Creative and Resourceful
Recordkeeping
Client Relationships
Professionalism and Etiquette
Data Management