Therapeutic Child and Family Advocate

Our Purpose

Our Purpose is to support children, young people, and their families to build skills and capacity, address the impacts of trauma and adverse childhood experiences, and develop capabilities that will enable them to be the best versions of themselves.

Our Vision

We see a future where Western Australia is the safest place in the world and all children, young people, and their families feel safe to dream, to thrive, and to reach their fullest potential.

About The Role

Join the Multi-agency Investigation Support Team (MIST), an innovative partnership between Parkerville’s Specialist Therapeutic Response Team and the WAPOL Child Abuse Squad. We deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions to support children, young people and their families impacted by child sexual abuse and other adverse experiences. In this role, you’ll provide specialist therapeutic support, deliver tailored interventions to meet developmental and emotional needs, and facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational groups that empower children and families in their healing journey.

We are now seeking a passionate and committed professional to join our team who has:

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or other relevant field or continuing education and training in evidence-based practices.
• Demonstrated experience of working with therapeutic models of practice.
• Demonstrated applied knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed practice as it relates to child development, adverse childhood experiences.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders.
• Evidenced understanding and practice knowledge of the neurobiological, social, emotional and developmental impacts of trauma.
• Strong teamwork ethos while also being able to demonstrate the capacity to work independently in the delivery of a specialist service to children, young people, and their families.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to culturally safe and inclusive practice, with an understanding of working with Aboriginal children and families, including an awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal culture, and an understanding of the impacts of historical and intergenerational trauma.

Why Join Us?

This is a part time (0.6FTE), fixed term role until April 2026, based at our Midland location.

Psychological safety is a priority – we value open communication, collaboration, and a workplace where everyone feels supported to bring their authentic self.

If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of something exceptional, we can’t wait to hear from you!

Parkerville Children and Youth Care are uniquely positioned to provide the successful applicant with the following benefits.

• Attractive remuneration: SCHADS Schedule B - Level 5.1-5.3 $51.00 - $53.31 ph
• Salary Packaging of up to $15,900
• Learning and development
• Wellbeing resources: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness supports.
• Inclusive workplace: A culture where diversity is celebrated, and staff feel safe, supported, and valued.

Parkerville Children and Youth Care have a zero tolerance to alcohol and drugs.

It is essential that all applicants meet the above criteria and are permitted to work and remain in Australia with no limitations.

We hope to hear from you by 4:00pm, Wednesday 17th September 2025. Applications will be assessed on a regular basis, and we may not wait until the closing date before you hear from us. We reserve the right to close the position earlier.

Parkerville Children and Youth Care Inc. complies with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

Parkerville CYC is committed to ensure that we maintain a diverse and inclusive workplace where our staff are welcomed and feel safe to be their authentic selves. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of gender, sexuality, age, disability, religion or cultural background.

We are committed to increasing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.