Children'S Counsellor

Respect, Excellence, Celebration, Compassion, Acceptance, ProfessionalismJoin an organisation that makes a real difference within the community.About CentrecareCentrecare is a not-for-profit organisation with over 300 employees and is committed to delivering quality professional counselling, support, accommodation, mediation and training services in over 11 locations across the Perth metropolitan, Goldfields and South West regions.The RoleCentrecare is offering an exciting new opportunity for a qualified and experienced Children's Counsellor to join our Men Choosing Respect program, based in Midland.
This is a full-time, permanent SCHADS Level 5 position that involves both office -based and outreach counselling for children aged 0 -12.You will work within Centrecare's Therapeutic Framework, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based services that promote safety, wellbeing and development for children and their families.Key responsibilities include:Provide trauma-informed counselling to children, young people, and families, including assessment, case planning, and therapeutic interventions.Provide early intervention and family support that promotes child development, healthy attachment, protective behaviours, and life skills.Conduct risk assessments and safety planning for clients affected by family and domestic violence and provide outreach services as required.Selection CriteriaMinimum Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health, Counselling, Childhood Development, or related field.At least 3 years' experience providing child counselling and working with families experiencing complex needs, including family and domestic violence.Demonstrated experience in case management, intake, assessment, and referral.Current National Police Certificate (within 12 months validity)Valid WA Working with Children CardValid WA Driver's License and access to a reliable car for outreach purposeBenefitsAccess to professional development and trainingFour weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loadingExtra five days leave per year pro rata12 weeks paid maternity leaveDiscounted corporate health cover (Bupa and Medibank)Five hours study leave per week after 2 years of serviceInsurance cover to and from workClinical and management supervisionEmployee Assistance Program How to ApplyClick apply and you will be directed to our online job board to view further details on the vacancy description and complete your application.
Please note successful applicants must meet the selection criteria.
Applications close: 18 September 2025Shortlisting will commence upon receipt of applications, Centrecare reserves the right to close the position early if needed.For any enquiries, please contact Caroline Jusman - Human Resources Officer on (*************.
At Centrecare:Children feel Valued, Heard, and Safe: Centrecare is fully committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations, child safe cultures and practices.
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Centrecare also believes that all children are valuable and worthy of respect.
It strongly supports the rights of the child and is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children who are in contact with or receive its services.We are Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion.
We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with a disability.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.We support the Uluru Statement from the Heart: We are committed to walking alongside First Nations people to support a more inclusive Australia and Closing the Gap.
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