Overview
Part‐time (0.8 FTE, 30 hours) permanent opportunity based in Albany.
Salary: $117,526.50+ per annum, 12% superannuation, and tax‐free salary packaging.
We are a values‐driven, life‐friendly organization focused on person‐centred counselling.
Description
Opportunity to lead a passionate team of professionals delivering person‐centred counselling to children, young people and adults affected by domestic violence or sexual abuse. The pivotal leadership role involves supporting counsellors within the Trauma Counselling Team to provide therapeutic recovery services that adhere to best practice standards, ensuring services are evidence‐based, trauma‐informed and culturally safe.
Holding a small caseload of your own, you will support the team, act as an escalation point for complex clients, facilitate serious issues meetings and respond to client complaints. You will coordinate and facilitate case reviews, develop and implement risk management strategies, and oversee the implementation of quality systems and reporting processes.
Skills and Experiences
* Bachelor qualification in Social Work, Psychology or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years post‐qualification experience.
* Demonstrated experience in leadership and program management in the child and family service sector.
* Knowledge and application of current theory and practice in counselling, family law matters with individuals, families and children.
* Experience in working with the effects of trauma.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation relating to family law, child protection, VROs and family and domestic violence.
* Eligibility for membership of an appropriate professional association.
Must possess a current National Police Clearance valid within one year, a WA Working with Children Check and a WA Driver's Licence.
Benefits
* $117,526.50 per annum (pro rata) + 12% superannuation.
* Generous tax‐free salary packaging: package up to $15,900 per annum and not pay tax on that amount.
* Additional 3 days (pro‐rata) leave per year and ability to purchase additional leave.
Why Join Us?
At Anglicare WA we are all about people, placing people at the heart of our work. We focus on strengths, are fiercely inclusive, curious, creative, courageous and tackle difficult issues. We are proud of our inclusive culture and commitment to diversity.
Apply Now
If the opportunity to develop your career in an organisation whose values align with yours excites you, we want to hear from you.
To apply, please click the apply button and follow the prompts attaching a current detailed resume and covering letter. Previous applicants need not apply. Suitable candidates may be shortlisted as they present themselves – don't delay applying!
For further information please contact Carol Pearce, Service Manager Albany – or (08) 9845 6666.
Child Safe
Anglicare WA is committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm.
Inclusive
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.
Uluru Statement from the Heart
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.
We are proud to have a dedicated Aboriginal Staff Engagement and Cultural Lead to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and employees throughout recruitment and employment, reflecting our commitment to being a culturally safe and supportive employer.
Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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