Counsellor, Marooloo Child Sexual Response Service in Derby

Full time (37.5 hrs per week) contract until 30 Sep 2026 based in Derby, WA. Additional leave and location allowances.

As the Counsellor, Marooloo Child Sexual Abuse Services you will provide therapeutic supports to Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander young people (under the age of 25) who have experienced sexual abuse or trauma. You may also work with young people who are responsible for, or at risk of, sexually abusing other children. You will use your significant experience as a counsellor to provide a service that includes consultation, assessment, referral and counselling for children, parents and extended family members and carers who have been exposed to child abuse. You will also be part of developing and delivering educational groups for parents and carers, children and community members. The role is co-located with other Anglicare WA staff in our Derby office and will receive clinical supervision and line management support remotely from our Broome based office.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology or Counselling
• Significant experience working with children and young people who have experienced trauma
• Demonstrated experience working in a culturally appropriate way with clients from Aboriginal backgrounds
• Ability to work autonomously and manage your own workload
• Skilled at using IT systems – Athena Penelope experience would be a distinct advantage
• Group facilitation experience with children and/or adults
• Knowledge of Derby and surrounding communities would be a great advantage

You will be an exceptional communicator who can build relationships and work with a range of stakeholders including local Child Protection and Family Services staff, Police, health agencies and other local services for referrals and ongoing support of clients and to promote the development of the Indigenous Child Sexual Abuse Referral Service (ICSARS).

The successful candidate must possess a current National Police Clearance valid within one year, a WA Working with Children Check and WA Drivers License. A police record is not an automatic barrier to employment with us. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, and we review any disclosures on an individual basis, focusing on relevance to the role.

Sharing your knowledge, skills and experience, you will make an impact to the lives of families and communities across the Kimberley. In return for your drive and commitment, we provide the support of an inclusive and welcoming community which places people at the heart of all the work we do and encourages broad thinking, curiosity, creativity and best practice.

From $109,416 full time salary (includes 10% remote allowance) + 12% superannuation. Generous weekly rent subsidy of $300/week (T & C’s apply). Generous tax-free salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 annually. Electricity and airfare allowance. Additional 1 weeks leave after 12 months service. 3 days additional leave between Christmas and New Year.

At Anglicare WA we are all about people, placing people at the heart of our work. We are focused on strengths, believing in and amplifying the strength of people and communities. We are fiercely inclusive, making sure everyone can belong. As trusted partners we are curious and creative, always looking for new ways to do better. We are courageous and gutsy, tackling difficult issues, even when it’s hard.

To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. For further information please contact Karen Fitzpatrick, Counsellor and Supervisor, North West Services, at karen.fitzpatrick@anglicarewa.org.au. We are seeking to appoint someone to this role as soon as possible and will close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been identified. Please apply without delay!

Anglicare WA is committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm. We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Anglicare WA supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart and is committed to walking alongside First Nations people in a movement of the Australian people for a better future.