Counsellor

Counsellor – Child, Youth & Family Services

Location: Kimberley Region
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $90,000 – $100,000 per year (based on experience) + super + allowances

About the Company

Our client is a respected not-for-profit organisation within the community services and social care sector, delivering culturally appropriate, trauma-informed services to children, young people and families across regional Western Australia.

They are committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable communities and working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to provide safe, inclusive and strengths-based support services.

The Role

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Counsellor to deliver specialist therapeutic services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people under 25 who have experienced complex trauma.

The role involves a mix of office-based and outreach work and plays a key role in supporting children, families and the broader community in the West Kimberley region.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing culturally safe, trauma-informed counselling to children, young people and families
• Conducting assessments, risk management and safety planning
• Delivering individual, family and group therapeutic programs
• Working collaboratively with schools, community organisations and government agencies
• Supporting referrals and advocacy for clients
• Maintaining accurate case notes, reports and data collection requirements

You’ll work closely with the Service Manager and multidisciplinary teams, contributing to integrated service delivery and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

• Demonstrated experience working with children and young people impacted by complex trauma
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, with cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Strong counselling, case management and assessment skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology or Counselling
• A minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience
• Current National Police Clearance
• WA Working with Children Check
• Current WA Driver’s Licence

What’s On Offer

In return, our client offers:

• Meaningful work supporting vulnerable children and families
• A supportive, values-driven and inclusive workplace
• Ongoing clinical supervision and professional development
• Opportunities to work closely with community and cultural leaders
• Competitive remuneration and conditions

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact Nicole Grace – Specialised Recruitment Consultant at Zenith Search on 0481 608 956 or email your updated resume to nicole.grace@zenithsearch.com.

Alternatively, click Apply Now, and we’ll be in touch to discuss your suitability for the role.
Please note: Only candidates who meet the essential criteria will be contacted.