Senior Child and Family Counsellor

2 weeks ago


Perth, Western Australia Childhood Full time
Job Details: Senior Child and Family Counsellor

Full details of the job.

Vacancy No: VN343

Vacancy Name: Senior Child and Family Counsellor

City: Perth

State: Western Australia

Employment Type: Permanent

EFT: Full Time

Duration: Full-time ongoing position or 0.8 FTE (4 days per week)

Location: Mirrabooka office

About the Role:

The Australian Childhood Foundation has an opportunity for a Senior Child and Family Counsellor to join the team. This pivotal role involves delivering trauma-informed therapeutic services to children and women impacted by family and domestic violence. Responsibilities include providing individual counselling, parent/child therapeutic support, and direct counselling to promote recovery and healing from the effects of trauma and violence.

The position emphasizes both individual and group-based interventions, supporting dyadic therapeutic work that strengthens parent-child relationships. The counsellor will also support group programs for children, young people, and their mothers, fostering resilience, connection, and recovery in a safe and supportive environment.

The Senior Counsellor will work in collaboration with other agencies and key stakeholders, where appropriate, to maintain and ensure the effectiveness of the programs for families receiving a service.

About the Program:

The City of Stirling is the lead organisation for the Naala Djookan Healing Centre along with various consortium members. Funded by the Department of Communities, this integrated service supports women, children, and families at risk of or experiencing family and domestic violence (FDV), promoting safe, healthy relationships and overall wellbeing.

About You:

  • An appropriate tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide therapeutic leadership and guidance to a range of professionals.
  • Well-developed interpersonal and negotiation skills.
  • A well-developed ability to assist others to understand the implications of trauma and attachment theories.
  • Knowledge of, and expertise in, delivering a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions.
  • Demonstrated ability to support staff who are delivering complex case management.
  • Demonstrated commitment to a learning culture and continuous improvement.
  • Ability to deliver culturally secure services that integrate cultural healing principles.
  • Skills and experience working with diverse populations.
  • A current Western Australian driver's licence or equivalent.
  • A current Western Australian Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain.

Remuneration and Benefits:

  • Competitive Compensation: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • Salary Packaging: Customise your rewards to align with your financial goals.
  • Employee Assistance Program: Benefit from a range of support services for well-being.
  • Guided Supervision: Regular individual and group supervision for clinical guidance.
  • Collaborative Connections: Join a nationwide network of professionals.
  • Resources Library: Access a wealth of knowledge and insights from leading experts.

To Apply:
If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of children and women who have experienced FDV, please attach a copy of your current resume along with a cover letter addressing each of the Key Selection Criteria. For more information about the role or a copy of the position description, please contact Human Resources at hr@childhood.org.au.

Australian Childhood Foundation (ACF) is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

ACF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

Members of the LGBTIQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.

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