Counsellor - Family Domestic Violence

About the role

Centrecare, a not-for-profit organisation providing counselling, support, accommodation, mediation and training across the Perth metropolitan, Goldfields and South West regions, is hiring a Senior Counsellor for Family Domestic Violence in Kalgoorlie (Western Australia). This is a permanent full-time position supporting the Team Leader and mentoring staff. The counsellor works with victim survivors, including children, young people and their non-offending parent or guardian, to support those at risk of or victims of family and domestic violence, contributing to the outcomes of the National Plan to Reduce Violence Against Women and their Children 2022-2032.

Key responsibilities

• Work with victim survivors, including children, young people and their non-offending parent or guardian, to support those at risk of or victims of family and domestic violence.
• Complete comprehensive risk assessments to determine the current level of risk, history and pattern of violence, informing risk management and intervention.
• Support and contribute to the outcomes identified in the National Plan to Reduce Violence Against Women and their Children 2022-2032.

Required profile

• Minimum bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sciences, Mental Health, Counselling, Childhood Development and/or Family Studies, or an equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience working with children and families with complex needs such as domestic violence, homelessness, abuse or schooling issues, with service design covering social, emotional, mental and physical needs.
• Experience in case management and coordination of client services, and in intake, assessment and case management.
• Knowledge and experience of early intervention and prevention program services.
• Valid WA driver's licence and Working with Children Check.

What we offer

• Regional zone allowance included in the annual package.
• Discounted corporate health cover provided by Bupa and Medibank Private.
• Salary packaging options up to $15,900.
• Accommodation support of $300 per week for the first 12 weeks.
• Annual leave loading at 17.5% and an additional 10 days leave per year pro rata.
• Training and professional development, insurance cover to and from work, and a confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave, study leave of five hours per week after two years, clinical and management supervision, and cultural support for Aboriginal staff through Cultural Leads.

To apply, submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter through the online application, stating the program of interest; the position closes on 1 December 2026 and shortlisting starts immediately.