Senior Youth Counsellor
1 week ago
- Full-time and part-time opportunities | FTE
- Fixed-term (until January 2027) and permanent positions
- This position commences in December - apply now
About the Role
The Senior Youth Counsellor is a pivotal role within the leadership team. This position delivers evidence-based therapeutic interventions to young people and their families. Key responsibilities include:
- Provide office-based, outreach and/or telehealth individual or group interventions to young people accessing our services
- Support intake assessments of young people in line with organisational processes
- Work collaboratively across internal and external services to ensure integrated care for the young person
- Participate and support regular clinical case reviews and team meetings, ensuring appropriate clinical service pathway
- Maintain accurate and timely case notes and records in approved database systems
- Provide support, guidance and clinical supervision to students and staff, when required
- Contribute to practice development and support of team members through case consultations, clinical education, and case reviews.
- Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with suitable external stakeholders.
To be considered for this position, applicants will have:
- Tertiary level qualifications (bachelor's or higher) in a relevant clinical discipline including psychology, social work, occupational therapy, counselling, or mental health nursing.
- Current membership or registration with an appropriate professional body.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in carrying out detailed psychosocial and suicide risk assessments and escalation procedures, with capacity to guide and support staff in effectively managing risk.
- Ability to work appropriately with diverse young people and stakeholders, including LGBTQIA+, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people, and CaLD people.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including role modelling, supervision and providing support to staff and students.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience working both in a clinical setting and in an outreach/co-location capacity (non-government or NFP advantageous).
- 'C' Class driver's licence, access to a reliable and willing to travel within the Perth metro area, as required
- Capacity to work outside of standard hours, as required
To successfully become part of our team, it is just as important to align with our values as it is to meet our selection criteria. Our values are part of who we are and are demonstrated in the way we work every day.
What we offer- Join an organization that is recognised as a DCA Inclusive Employer
- Salary packaging commensurate to an NFP - up to $18,550 pa
- Generous paid parental leave (up to 13 weeks) and long service leave (up to 12 weeks)
- Additional annual leave, and other leave offerings (including gifted Christmas leave)
- Access to ongoing professional development opportunities
Please send through your CV and Cover Letter that addresses the selection criteria detailed under the section "About You".
Closing date for applications: 5.00pm, Thursday 20 November 2025
About UsYouth Focus is a for-purpose organisation that creates brighter futures for young people in WA by offering a range of no-cost mental health services. Established in 1994, Youth Focus delivers innovative and accessible mental health services and programs across WA to help young people aged 12 to 25.
Please note
- Appointment to the role is subject to the successful candidate providing a clear National Police Check and Working with Children Check card
- Shortlisting will commence immediately, and the role may close earlier than the date mentioned above if we find a suitable candidate
- For further information or a confidential discussion about the position please contact Human Resources on or
Youth Focus is committed to ensuring every individual that interacts with us feels safe and is able to bring their whole selves, being welcomed with equity, dignity and respect. In doing so, we understand that we must first include, listen, and reflect in order to build trust, connect, and partner. We celebrate individuality and are guided by the stories and journeys of the communities in which we live and work. Everyone is welcome at Youth Focus.
