FDV Counsellor
Are you an experienced Youth FDV Counsellor looking to make an impact in the lives of young people? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you in our Open Space program!
As the Youth FDV Counsellor you will provide therapeutic support services and psychological assessments for young people. Through counselling, groupwork and case management approaches, you will work to improve outcomes for young people at risk, who have been exposed or are at risk of family and domestic violence within their family or intimate relationships.
This position is a fixed term full-time role until 30 June 2027 working 76 hours a fortnight and is located in Rockingham.
About You
Tertiary qualification in relevant field, such as Psychology, Counselling or Social Work
Registration with AHPRA Psychology Board of Australia, Australian Counselling Association (ACA) or Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA)
Relevant experience and understanding of family and domestic violence in relation to young people, trauma informed practice and an understanding of child development
Understanding of self-care and vicarious trauma management
Ability to develop rapport and therapeutic alliance, be non-judgmental and provide a high level of counselling, case management and assessment to clients
Ability to apply current knowledge of developmental and psychosocial issues to assess clients and refer effectively if deemed necessary
Knowledge of Family and Domestic Violence and working with Family Safety.
Knowledge in developmental and psychosocial issues
Knowledge of relevant theoretical approaches for working with young people and families
Strong culturally safe practice and knowledge to ensure the cultural safety of clients, including those from an Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander or Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background, or the LGBTIQA+ community
Satisfactory Police clearance (not older than 6 months from the issue date)
Unrestricted drivers' licence
Working With Children Check
What we offer
Generous NFP Salary Packaging: Option to package up to $15,900 for general living expenses and an additional $2,650 for entertainment benefits per annum.
Wellbeing Leave: 5 days of extra paid leave per annum (pro rata for part-time).
Paid Parental Leave: Paid leave and return to work incentives.
Support for FDVA: Family Domestic Violence and Abuse leave, financial assistance, and structured support for any employees who have experienced FDVA incidents.
Health and Wellbeing: Discounted Health Insurance with HBF, and free confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program.
Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within a supportive and inclusive team culture.
Communicare delivers over 45 people-focused services that support individuals, families and communities to thrive and create better futures. With over 48 years of experience, we have built a strong reputation for genuinely caring about the people we help.
Communicare is a values-driven organisation, with core values: Everyone Is Welcome, Doing What We Say, Above and Beyond, and Stronger Together. Communicare is committed to inclusion, cultural safety and empowering the people we serve.
If you are a purpose driven individual and this sounds like something you want to be a part of, please apply with an updated resume. A cover letter will be highly regarded to outline key achievements and experience relevant to the role however not mandatory.
Applications close 13 July 2026, shortlisting and interviewing may begin immediately.
Communicare values diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities.
Unsolicited agency applications will not be accepted.
