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About Centrecare
Centrecare is a not-for-profit organisation with over 300 employees and is committed to delivering quality professional counselling, support, accommodation, mediation and training services in over 11 locations across the Perth metropolitan, Goldfields and South West regions.
The Role
As Group Facilitator, you will work within the Reintegration and Parenting program team to plan and deliver group sessions to individuals within the prison who are referred to the program, delivering a range of parenting programs that best meet the group needs. Women and men are in separate sessions and programs are specifically designed for incarcerated.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate group sessions providing advice and family support designed to build and maintain healthy connection to their children, partners and broader families.
- Lifeskills education is also provided to equip clients with the life skills to make a smooth transition back into the community.
- Conduct risk assessments and contribute to safety planning, always prioritising the safety of women and children.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to ongoing case reviews and program evaluation.
Selection Criteria
- Recognised tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work or other related disciplines.
- Experience in delivering parenting programs in a group setting.
- Experience in both group facilitation and provision of one-to-one supports.
- Ability to communicate effectively and support a range of people from CALD community, in particular Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Demonstrated ability to be part of a team and to work autonomously contributing towards quality service delivery and positive client outcomes.
- National Police Certificate (within 12 months validity).
- WA Drivers licence and own vehicle.
Benefits
- Regional zone allowance included in annual package.
- Salary packaging options up to $15,900, increases your take home pay.
- Accommodation support of $300 per week for the first 12 weeks.
- Annual leave %.
- Additional 10 days leave per year pro rata.
- Access to training and professional development.
- Insurance cover to and from work.
- Discounted corporate health cover provided for by Bupa and Medibank Private.
- Access to confidential Employee Assistance Program.12 weeks paid maternity leave.
- Study Leave of five hours per week after two years of service.
- Clinical and Management Supervision.
- Aboriginal staff provided with cultural support through the Cultural Leads.
EEO and Diversity
Children feel Valued, Heard, and Safe: Safeguarding children and young people is everyone's responsibility. Centrecare embeds child safety in all organisational practices with zero tolerance for child abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
We are Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
We support the Uluru Statement from the Heart: We are committed to walking alongside First Nations people to support a more inclusive Australia and Closing the Gap. All Centrecare employed Aboriginal staff are provided with cultural support through the Cultural Leads.
Website: www.centrecare.com.au
Group Facilitator - Reintegration employer: Centrecare
Centrecare is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community, offering a supportive work culture that values respect, excellence, and compassion. With generous benefits such as additional leave, salary packaging options, and access to professional development, employees are empowered to grow both personally and professionally. Located in Perth, this not-for-profit organisation fosters a collaborative environment, particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, ensuring cultural support and inclusivity in all aspects of work.
