Child and Youth Therapeutic and Wellbeing Practitioner

Child and Youth Therapeutic and Wellbeing Practitioner Save The Children Volunteer Positions – Armadale WA 54 reasons is proud to play a key role in the new Child and Young Person Therapeutic Service, supporting children and young people impacted by family violence. In a newly created role, we will provide trauma‑informed counselling and therapeutic support, working alongside children, young people, and their families to promote safety, healing, and recovery. You will champion a child‑rights‑based approach, ensuring children’s voices, experiences, and strengths are central to all aspects of service delivery. 54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation – no ordinary not‑for‑profit. Proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and global movement, we’re here to make sure that children and young people have their rights met and thrive, in all their diversity. A place to make a difference In this part‑time (up to 0.8 FTE/30.4 hrs, negotiable) maximum‑term role available until November 2027, you’ll work as part of our Children and Young People Therapeutic Service team in Gosnells, Armadale, Serpentine Jarrahdale in Western Australia to help us create lasting change for children everywhere. You will make a difference by: Supporting children and young people affected by family and domestic violence, including those with diverse and intersecting needs Creating age‑appropriate therapeutic support to enhance their safety, recovery and healing Delivering a mix of one‑to‑one and family‑based case management and therapeutic healing/counselling methods Supporting safety, recovery and healing for children and young people who are victim survivors of family violence Working in partnership with a multidisciplinary team to support the recovery, healing and restoration journey of young people and adults accessing the service A place to feel valued Your expertise in reflective, ethical practice will be invaluable. You’re a practitioner with proficiency in therapeutic interventions for children and young people impacted by trauma and family violence and who thrives working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality, culturally safe support. This role requires Understanding of the impacts of Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) on children's development, behaviour, and capacity for self‑regulation Understanding of how FDV affects attachment, family functioning, and caregiving relationships Knowledge of developmental stages in children and how these influence needs, behaviour, and responses to stress Knowledge of trauma in children and young people within the context of FDV, including trauma responses and long‑term effects Knowledge of protective behaviours and strategies that support the safety and wellbeing of children and young people A place to belong At 54 reasons, we invest in the development and wellbeing of our people. Our workforce is approximately 600 people strong, and proudly diverse, whether in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures and beliefs. Benefits Award rate salary (Level 5.1 – $51.00 per hour) plus full salary packaging benefits Professional supervision training and monthly supervision sessions A great team and flexible work environment Learning and professional development opportunities Celebrate and feel supported in your diversity. We have a highly inclusive culture and diverse workforce reflecting the communities we serve, allowing you to bring your whole self to work if that’s what you want We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. Applications close: 5pm WST, 18th January 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they come in, so don’t delay in applying For more information please do not hesitate to call Regional Manager, Amanda Splatt on ***. Save the Children Australia is a child‑safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We also support the Inter‑Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. Save the Children is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and client groups, consistent with our obligations under OH&S legislation. Be careful – don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don’t transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume below. #J-18808-Ljbffr