Registered Counsellor Jobs in Durban 

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  • Job Title: Registered Counsellors 

  • Vacancy type: 2-month contract, with opportunities for ongoing agency work 

  • Pay rates: Competitive, check with your booking consultant or on Staffshift to confirm the exact pay rate for each shift you accept. 

  • Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal (view map) 

About the Counsellor Vacancy in Durban 

Ambition24hours Locums is urgently seeking a Registered Counsellor to support communities in Durban affected by widespread trauma and distress. This is a demanding but profoundly meaningful position, placing you at the centre of immediate mental health response in a humanitarian context. We work with dedicated professionals who want to make a real difference, and we are committed to supporting you every step of the way. 

Why register with Ambition24hours Locums? 

  • Competitive pay: receive rates that reflect your qualifications and the demands of this work. 

  • Ongoing opportunities: this contract may open doors to continued agency placements. 

  • Professional backing: our recruitment team is available to guide you through the registration and placement process. 

  • Meaningful work: directly support vulnerable populations in acute need of psychological care. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Deliver immediate mental health interventions to individuals experiencing trauma. 

  • Lead group counselling sessions to address distress at a community level. 

  • Carry out psychological assessments to identify those at highest risk. 

  • Design and roll out structured psychosocial support programmes within affected areas. 

  • Work alongside medical teams to deliver integrated, holistic care. 

What You Will Need 

  • Registration: current registration as a Counsellor with the HPCSA. 

  • Training: certified Psychological First Aid (PFA) training. 

  • Experience: a track record of facilitating group counselling sessions. 

  • Skills: strong crisis intervention capabilities, with the ability to perform under pressure. 

  • Language: proficiency in isiZulu or other local languages is a significant advantage. 

How to Apply 

To apply, follow our step-by-step guide to register and upload your CV, HPCSA registration certificate, and proof of PFA training.  

Start Your Application

Due to the urgent nature of this placement, shortlisted candidates will be contacted without delay. 

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