Children Counsellor

2 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Buscojobs Full time

About Centrecare

Centrecare is a not-for-profit organisation with over 300 employees, committed to delivering quality professional counselling, support, accommodation, mediation, and training services across more than 11 locations in Perth metropolitan, Goldfields, and South West regions.

The Role

Centrecare is seeking a qualified and experienced Children's Counsellor to join our Men Choosing Respect program, based in Midland. This full-time, permanent Level 5 position involves both office-based and outreach counselling for children aged 0-12.

You will work within Centrecare's Therapeutic Framework to ensure high-quality, evidence-based services that promote safety, wellbeing, and development for children and their families.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing trauma-informed counselling to children, young people, and families, including assessment, case planning, and therapeutic interventions.
  • Offering early intervention and family support to promote child development, healthy attachment, protective behaviors, and life skills.
  • Conducting risk assessments and safety planning for clients affected by family and domestic violence, including outreach services as required.

Selection Criteria

  • Minimum Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health, Counselling, Childhood Development, or a related field.
  • At least 3 years of experience in child counselling and working with families experiencing complex needs, including family and domestic violence.
  • Demonstrated experience in case management, intake, assessment, and referral processes.
  • Current National Police Certificate (valid within the last 12 months).
  • Valid WA Working with Children Card.
  • Valid WA Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle for outreach purposes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive professional development and training opportunities.
  • Four weeks of annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading.
  • Five additional paid leave days.
  • 12 weeks paid maternity leave.
  • Discounted corporate health cover (Bupa and Medibank).
  • Five hours of study leave per week after two years of service.
  • Insurance coverage for travel to and from work.
  • Clinical and management supervision.
  • Employee Assistance Program.

How to Apply

Click 'Apply' to be directed to our online job portal.

Applications close: 18 September 2025.

Shortlisting will begin immediately. Centrecare reserves the right to close the role earlier if necessary.

For inquiries, please contact Caroline Jusman, Human Resources Officer, at (phone number).

Our Commitments

  • Children Feel Valued, Heard, and Safe: We are committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
  • We Are Inclusive: We welcome applications from First Nations people, culturally diverse communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities.
  • We Support the Uluru Statement from the Heart: We stand with First Nations peoples to support reconciliation and Close the Gap.
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