Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (Qualified or Trainee)

• Work in a collaborative team environment
• Permanent part time, 30 hours per week with the flexibility to negotiate your working days & hours
• Above award rates, access to NFP Salary Packaging and a great rewards & benefits program

Exciting opportunity for a qualified or near-qualified Practitioner who is experienced in providing Family Dispute Resolution & General Mediation services to join our team of highly skilled Practitioners.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking applications from people that are either fully qualified as family dispute resolution practitioner or are currently studying FDR and therefore well on their way to qualifying.

As a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner will Interrelate you will be providing a range of high quality, child-focused interventions to families post separation who are experiencing various levels of conflict and need support reaching agreements in relation to their children and/or the distribution of property. The role includes intake, risk assessment, case management, and the provision of interventions including mediation and child inclusive practice under the jurisdiction of the Family Law Act.

The role may also see you providing a range of high quality general mediation services to Interrelate clients as required. These may include, but not be limited to any of the following situations in which clients seek assistance with managing the process of dispute and conflict resolution: workplace mediation, elder mediation, school-based or parent/child mediation. The role involves supporting clients to identify issues, develop options and consider alternatives, and make decisions about outcomes.

Key Duties include:

• Provide family dispute resolution and general mediation services
• Facilitate groups, seminars and workshops
• Conduct intake assessments, develop case plans and parenting agreements
• Facilitate effective referral and promotion of services
• Participate in program and service evaluations

To meet the requirements for a qualified position you are required to hold a Graduate Diploma in Family Dispute Resolution, and current or imminent accreditation as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner with the Attorney General’s Department.

To meet the requirements for a trainee position, you are required to hold current enrolment in an approved dispute resolution/mediation/conciliation course that leads to qualification as a registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and accreditation with the Attorney General Department.

As a Trainee you will be provided with on the job training, coaching and mentoring to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be a qualified Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and General Mediator.

In addition to the key requirements we are also looking for FDRP’s with great people skills who can work with couples on resolving issues by generating flexible and practical options.

This role will based at our Caringbah Office, working 30 hours per week, with the flexibility to negotiate your working days and hours. However, you will need to have availability work Tuesday evenings until 8pm.

The terms and conditions of employment will be dependent on the experience of the successful candidates and will be discussed during the selection process.

ABOUT US:

Interrelate is a not-for-profit provider of relationship and family support services. Our vision is to empower people to thrive in the most vital part of their lives – their relationships. We are committed to responding to the vulnerabilities of families and children in their communities and empowering them to build strong and respectful relationships.

We deliver services spread across 30+ physical locations (plus online) to more than 135,000 clients and we’re backed by qualified staff and 96 years of trusted expertise in sensitive relationship matters.

We are thrilled to be recognised as a winner of XREF Engage 2023 Best Workplace Awards for 2 surveys in a row. This prestigious award recognises the best workplaces that have excellent management practices and a highly engaged workforce. At Interrelate, we care about each other, focus on strengths, recognise achievements, celebrate significant events, encourage continuous learning and most importantly, enjoy our work despite the seriousness of what we do.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

QUALIFIED FDR ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

Compulsory:

• Graduate Diploma in Family Dispute Resolution, and current or imminent accreditation as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner with the Attorney General’s Department

Highly Desirable:

• It is highly desirable that you also hold a Bachelor degree in psychology, social work, or related discipline; or, a Graduate Diploma in counselling, community service or equivalent on top of another Bachelor degree.

Required:

Demonstrated experience and skills in:

• delivering dispute resolution, family law and/ or mediation services with families and children
• casework with clients; implementing and supporting case plans
• facilitating groups, seminars and workshops
• working within a Family Law context
• solutions focused and interpersonal communication skills
• report writing, case notes, data collection and data entry
• working with online systems and technology, such as a CRM (Client Relationship Management) System and Zoom

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of:

• the process and purpose of child inclusive mediation practice
• the issues facing diverse communities, including ATSI, CALD and remote communities
• the impact of family separation and breakdown on children, and having skills in managing high parental conflict whilst upholding the best interests of children
• child development, child protection, mandatory reporting, suicide prevention/intervention and family violence issues
• community services, especially those relating to families experiencing relationship difficulties
• the Family Law Act and other relevant legislation, such as the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act and domestic violence legislation

TRAINEE FDR ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

Compulsory:

• Enrolment in an approved dispute resolution/mediation/conciliation course that leads to qualification as a registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and accreditation with the Attorney General Department.

Highly Desirable:

• It is highly desirable that you hold a Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or related discipline; or a Graduate Diploma in counselling, community service or equivalent, on top of another Bachelor degree, OR working towards such qualification.

Required:

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of:

• the impact of family separation and breakdown on children
• child development, child protection, mandatory reporting, suicide prevention/ intervention and family violence issues
• the issues facing diverse communities, including ATSI, CALD and remote communities

Demonstrated experience and skills in:

• interpersonal communication and written skills
• administration and organisation skills
• working with online systems and technology

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Salary Sacrificing & Packaging Options (superannuation, loans, credit cards, school fees)
• Additional days of paid leave on top of standard leave entitlements
• Training, Mentoring, Supervision, and access to Resources
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for multi-skilling and up-skilling
• High level of diversity in the role
• Excellent working environment

HOW TO APPLY:

Click on the “Apply Now” Button. You will be required to attach a copy of your resume/cv and address the selection criteria.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected], using the subject line: Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (Qualified or Trainee) enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Interrelate aspires to continue to be a leader in our community, an organisation known for working respectfully with clients from all different and diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of diverse gender identity, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, language, socio-economic circumstances, life circumstances, beliefs, or any forms of perceived disadvantage.

If you will have special requirements or would like to talk to us before submitting an application, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] and we will organise for you to chat with an appropriate staff member to explain how we can help you.

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All Interrelate positions require the satisfactory completion of relevant Police and Working with Children Checks. Interrelate services are funded by the Australian Government.