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The Specialised Family Violence Services (SFVS) program is part of Anglicare WA’s Family and Relationship Services (FaRS). Aligned with the National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children, SFVS works to create safer communities where women, children, and families can live free from violence. The program provides compassionate, evidence‑based counselling and support to individuals, couples, children, and families affected by family and domestic violence
Join a passionate team dedicated to empowering families, couples, and children affected by family and domestic violence. As a Counsellor, you’ll provide trauma‑informed, person‑centred support that strengthens relationships, promotes safety and wellbeing, and fosters positive change through counselling, education, and community partnerships.
This is a permanent, part-time (22.5 hours) opportunity based in Joondalup.
What you will bring
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Social Science, or a related field
- Experience providing family and domestic violence counselling to children and adults
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and rapport‑building skills
- Person‑centred, strength‑based, and trauma‑informed approach to practice
- Skilled in facilitating groups and educational programs
- Up‑to‑date knowledge of best practice, current theories, and trends in family and domestic violence counselling
This role requires a current (or willingness to obtain) National Police Clearance. 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. The successful candidate must also possess a current WA Working with Children Check and a WA Drivers Licence.
Benefits
Sharing your knowledge, skills and experience, you will make an impact to the lives of families and communities across the state.
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.
Also:-
- From $ $ 99,469.50 (pro-rata) + 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging of up to $15,900 (which equates to circa $4K after tax) plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
- Life-balance friendly working conditions
Why join us?
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.
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If the opportunity excites you to develop your career in an organisation whose values align with yours then we want to hear from you.
To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts attaching a current detailed resume and covering letter.
For further information please contact Claire Boekestein, Coordinator - Children's Contact Service at Claire.Boekestein@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.
Child Safe: Anglicare WA is organisation 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.
