Allambee is recruiting for a Children & Youth Counsellor/Psychologist to work in our clinical team providing specialist therapeutic intervention for children and young people and their families who have been impacted by domestic, family and sexual violence.
You will be part of an enthusiastic, dynamic, and supportive team that is committed to making a real difference to the lives of individuals, children, young people, and families impacted by interpersonal violence.Allambee is a leading provider of specialist therapeutic services for people impacted by sexual violence and/or domestic and family violence with over 30 years' experience supporting individuals, children, young people, and families of the Peel region.
Alongside our therapeutic programs, Allambee's Women's Health Service provides responsive gendered health services, combined with preventive interventions and health promotion activities to support improved long-term health outcomes for women.Allambee offers the following:Supportive, team-based working environment within a values-driven organisationThe opportunity to develop your skills in a specialised therapeutic settingTraining provided with a strong organisational focus on professional developmentProfessional supervisionDiversity in job/role with the option for being involved with a range of projects or initiativesFamily friendly workplaceSalary packaging and Novated leasing opportunitiesKey Responsibilities:Provision of evidence-based therapeutic assessment and interventions for children, young people and/or adultsProvision of community-based training for professionals in relation to family, domestic and sexual violenceProvision of crisis and brief intervention for clients with a recent trauma experienceProvision of triage screening assessments for new referrals and active waitlist management support for clientsDesign and delivery of evidence-based group counselling interventions and psychoeducational programsInteragency consultation and collaborative case managementActive engagement in reflective practice, clinical supervision and professional developmentAbout You:Allambee is looking for a passionate, motivated individual who either has experience in working with trauma or who has experience in counselling and is looking to make a move into this specialized area.
Full specialist training in relation to trauma will be provided.Full and part-time options are available.Successful candidates will bring the following:A tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, or Counselling or related discipline with knowledge and experience relevant to the role and eligibility for membership in the relevant professional association12 months or more experience in providing counselling interventions to children, adolescents and/or adults.
Consideration would be given for candidates who have relevant sector/industry experience outside of counsellingDemonstrated understanding and knowledge of trauma-informed care and practiceAn understanding of family and domestic violence, sexual assault/abuse and the impacts of trauma consistent with best practice theoretical frameworksSound knowledge and experience of best practice therapeutic interventions with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced violence, abuse and/or traumaUnderstanding and appreciation of issues for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from CALD backgroundsHighly developed interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbalDemonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and independentlyThe successful candidate must have current National Police Clearance valid within one year, a WA Working with Children Check (or equivalent), and a current WA Driver's Licence (or equivalent).To Apply:To apply, please attach your detailed resume and a covering letter addressing each of the key selection criteria.
Applications close COB Mon 30th September.Please submit your application as soon as possible as shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.If you would like to talk more about the role or the service please contact Kelly Wrightstone, Services Manager at or .Allambee is committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm.Allambee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTIQ+ community.
All are strongly encouraged to apply.Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.#J-18808-Ljbffr
