Job Requirements
Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council in Terms of Government Notice 425, (i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in Psychiatry. A minimum of seven (7) years of appropriate/recognizable experience in Mental Health Environment after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing (2026). A Diploma / Degree in Nursing Administration and Management will be an added advantage. Good leadership and coordination qualities. Good interpersonal communication skills. Good organizing and planning skills. Report writing skills, ability to work under pressure. Valid driver’s licence and computer literacy.
Duties
Coordinate and manage mental health and substance abuse programme at the sub-district level. Ensure the implementation of the mental health care act (Act no 17 2002), national mental health policy framework and strategic plan 2023- 2030 and Health sector drug master plan at the sub-district level. Provide support visits in health facilities that provides 72-hrs assessment. Assist in the management of state patients on leaves of absence and conditional discharge and mental health care users in chronical care facilities. Conduct home visit to support families and help to prevent relapse and treatment defaults. Facilitates in the establishment of community based mental health services. Ensure 314 community involvement and participation in forming support group and working with stakeholders. Advocacy for mental health promotion and prevention of mental illness and substance abuse: competencies: plan and organise own work and support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Do awareness campaign on mental health and substance abuse? Assist in preparation of strategic plans and operational plans for the programme, liaise with other department and ability to work with NGOs.
What is the Salary
R571 161 – R654 285 per annum
Location
Emalahleni Sub-district (X1 Post), Victor Khanye Sub-district (X1 Post) (Nkangala District) Mkhondo Sub-district (X1 Post) and Lekwa Sub-district (X1 Post) (Gert Sibande District) Nkomazi Sub-district (X1 Post) (Ehlanzeni District)
How to Apply
Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.
Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za
Apply Before:
31 July 2026
Reference No:
MPDOH/JULY/26/1050
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