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 Opportunity
We are currently inviting Expressions of Interest from therapeutic and trauma informed
professionals to join our talent pool for upcoming Child and Family Advocate
positions within our Multi-agency Investigation Support Team (MIST).
MIST is 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.
This pool will look to cover part-time and full-time
positions across fixed-term and permanent contracts. The
positions available will work across the Perth metropolitan area.
Applicants found suitable will be placed in a recruitment
pool for up to one year.
We are seeking passionate and committed professionals to
join our recruitment pool who have:
• 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?
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 employees with the following benefits:
- Competitive remuneration aligned with SCHADS Award Level 5.1-5.3 $51 – $53.31 per hour
- Salary packaging up to $15,900
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing supports
- A culture where diversity is celebrated, and staff feel safe, supported, and valued.
Additional Information
Parkerville Children and Youth Care has a zero tolerance for alcohol and drugs and complies with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.
It is essential that all applicants meet the above criteria and are permitted to work and remain in Australia with no limitations.
Apply Now
Submit your application by 4PM, 21st April 2026 to join the talent pool. Suitable candidates will be contacted as opportunities arise.
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.
