Dear Applicant
Thank you for your expression of interest in the part-time position of Child & Adolescent Counsellor located across various sites in the South West of WA.
To assist you in the completion of your application we have enclosed the following documentation:
 Application Form (Please return with your application)
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Anglicare WA Vision and Values Statement.
Job Description form.
Applicants are asked to complete an Application Form, attach a covering letter and a detailed Resume. Your
Resume will need to highlight your duties and achievements from previous and current roles most relevant to this position. You will also need to include the names and contact details of two referees who can confirm what you have stated in your resume including your current or recent line manager.
Your Resume will be assessed by our selection panel for short listing purposes in relation to the requirements of the position.
Should you be short-listed for the vacancy, the selection panel will further assess your suitability for the position using a range of other methods which may include a structured interview.
Please note that completion of a National Police clearance will be required if you are offered a position with
Anglicare WA along with a current working with children check.
The salary range for Level 6 is $61,892 - $65,137 gross pa (pro rata) plus salary packaging benefits and superannuation.
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
You may submit your application marked ‘Confidential’ in one of the following ways.
Post:
Human Resource Coordinator
Anglicare WA
PO Box C138
PERTH WA 6839
In Person:
Human Resource Coordinator
23 Adelaide Terrace
EAST PERTH WA 6004
Fax:
(08) 9263 2108
With marked attention to Human Resource
Coordinator
Email: recruitment@anglicarewa.org.au
Please type the position title in the subject line.
All applications will be reviewed as they are received and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email.
Applications close at 4.00pm on 16 th September 2013.
For further information about this position please contact Emily Kerins on 0402 201 748.
Yours sincerely
HUMAN RESOURCE COORDINATOR
Anglicare WA

VACANCY DETAILS
Position Title
Location
Type of
employment
PERSONAL DETAILS
Full Time
Given name
Date of Birth
(Optional)
Home Address
Home Telephone
Position Level
Part Time
Last Name
Work Telephone
CITIZENSHIP DETAILS
Are you an Australian Citizen or a Permanent Resident
If Yes, please provide details of your
Australian Citizenship Certificate
Number
Yes No
Mobile
Email Address
If No – please provide details of your temporary visa
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT
Please indicate your current employment status
Full Time Part Time Casual Contract
Please provide all current employer(s) details.
Previous Anglicare Employment
Have you been previously employed with Anglicare WA?
Yes
No
Casual
Postcode
Not Currently Employed
If YES, please provide details.

DISABILITIES AND INJURIES
A disability or medical condition is NOT a barrier to the consideration of an application for employment.
However, to assist in assessing opportunities for your placement in appropriate employment please indicate whether you have a disability or injury likely to affect your work performance or which could recur or be aggravated by the type of work for which you are applying.
Please give details of any injuries or disabilities you may have.
WORKERS COMPENSATION CLAIMS
A previous Workers Compensation Claim is NOT a barrier to the consideration of an application for employment. However, to assist in assessing opportunities for your placement in appropriate employment, please indicate if you have ever made a claim for workers compensation. A pre medical may be requested if your injury could impact on the requirements of this position.
Please give details of any workers compensation claim(s) including the date
of the claim and the name of the
insurance company
Is the workers compensation claim still current? If YES please provide the date of
the claim and name of the insurance
company
CONVICTIONS
Do you have any convictions for any offences FROM ANY COURT, or are you currently the subject of any charge pending before the Court? You do not have to give details of any convictions which you are declared spent.
If YES please give details of any convictions you may have.
Do you have any convictions which are over 10 years old (or 5 years for Juvenile convictions), where the sentence imposed was imprisonment for a period greater than 30 months?
If YES please give details of any convictions you may have.
Have you ever been convicted of a sexual offence or any other offence against a person if the victim of the offence was under 18 at the time of the offence was committed?
If YES please give details of any convictions you may have
A criminal record does not necessarily disqualify an applicant. If rejection of your application is considered solely because of a criminal record, you will be given the opportunity to discuss the matter fully before a final decision is made.

REFEREES
Please provide the names of two current Referees
Name Organisation
Position Work Telephone
Name Organisation
Position Work Telephone
PRIVACY
Anglicare WA is careful to protect the privacy of individuals and all information disclosed on this form is treated strictly confidentially. Information disclosed on the application form will only be used in accordance with the
Privacy Act 1988 Guidelines.
I give my permission for Anglicare WA to contact my referees for reference checking. I acknowledge that by submitting this application that I am declaring all statements in the application to be true in all respects. I acknowledge that any statement which is found to be false or deliberately misleading will make me, if employed, liable for disciplinary action including possible dismissal.
Signed ……………………………………………………..
Date………………………………………………
How did you find out about this job?
Western Australian Local Newspaper
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
Have you completed and attached the following?
Seek.com.au Other
1. The employment Application Form (all sections) Yes No
3. Copy of an up to date CV attached
4. Certified copies of any Educational Certificates/Qualifications attached
5. Copy or certified copy of current Police Clearance attached
6. Current Working with Children Card – photocopy attached (if applicable)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
No

Child and Adolescent Counsellor
To provide a professional counselling service including consultation, assessments, counselling and group work for children and young people and their parents/carers.
General Manager Counselling, family and Child support
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CSATS Clinical Supervisor/Coordinator
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This document is an accurate statement of the duties and responsibilities of this position.
Signed: Date: _____________
CEO / Executive General Manager
As the Position-Holder, I have noted the statement of duties, responsibilities and other requirements as detailed in this document.
Name: (Print)
Signed: Date: ______________

COUNSELLING
 Provides counselling to children and young people and their parents/carers.
 Maintains and manages a case load in line with programme targets.
 Maintains professional documentation and administrative systems according to
 agency requirements.
Remains abreast of professional trends and literature relevant to counselling in the area of child sexual abuse.
 Maintains a commitment to receive supervision and a willingness to undertake examination of own service delivery with the allocated supervisor, or in his/her absence, the Children’s Consultant.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
 Assists in the promotion and delivery of education programmes.
 Assists in developing educational/therapeutic groups for parent/carers and children.
CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
 Assists in development and maintenance of quality processes.
 Liaises regularly with Supervisor/Coordinator on strategies for the continual improvement of Anglicare WA services.
MARKETING
 Assists with the marketing of all aspects of the agency operations, in the local community and to other agencies.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
 Ensures that a customer service perspective is reflected in all aspects of the
Counsellor’s work.
 Contributes to the customer service focus of the agency.
OTHER
 Other duties as required.

ESSENTIAL
Qualifications
 Degree in Counselling,Social Work, Psychology or related discipline.
Experience
 Counselling experience in working with children and families in a therapeutic setting, preferably in respect to child sexual abuse and or trauma.
 Group work experience with children and/or adults.
 Experience in working in teams.
Skills
 Skills in conflict resolution.
 Skills in written, oral and interpersonal communication.
 Skills in engaging clients from aboriginal and other diverse cultural backgrounds.
 Basic computer skills (e.g. email, Word and Excel)
Knowledge
 Theoretical knowledge of current child and family counselling and group work literature/models.
 Knowledge of current theory, practice and issues related to child sexual abuse.
Attributes
 Employs an ethical and professional approach to practice.
 Ability to articulate and reflect upon personal and professional values/practice.
 Ability to work within the Christian ethos of Anglicare WA.
 Possess a current National Police Clearance.
 Possess a current Working with Children Check.
DESIRABLE
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Additional relevant postgraduate qualifications and training.
 Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience.
 Experience in delivery of related services.
Possess a current WA Driver’s Licence.

Anglicare WA works together with people, families and their communities to enhance their abilities to cope with the challenges of life and relationships.
We live in a just and fair society in which all people thrive.
Anglicare WA’s role in that society is as a leading not-for-profit organisation highly regarded by clients, funders and donors. It plays an important part in building strong communities and families.
It influences policy makers and ensures that institutions and systems are attuned to the needs of all people in our community. Our work is achieved in a spirit of reconciliation between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Western Australians.
Our values are drawn from our history and connection to the Anglican Church and our belief that we are here to assist people to move from “surviving to thriving”. They are deeply embedded in our behaviours and our decision making.
Compassion: We have a deep awareness and understanding of the needs and aspirations of others. We want to make a difference, particularly to people and families in greatest need.
Responsiveness: We are able to proactively and innovatively respond to the changing needs of the people and communities with whom we work.
Inclusion: We are non-judgmental, non-discriminatory and accepting of all people. We are a trusted member of the communities we serve.
Empowerment: We walk alongside others to uncover strengths and talents, build community and advocate for social justice.
Leadership: With courage and determination we stand by our convictions. We actively support our partners who share our aspirations.
The ability of clients to thrive within their lives and relationships