Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner – Wagga Wagga

Relationships Australia is a community sector organisation with a proud and rich history. We connect with families, communities, and thousands of people across the lifespan. You may know us for our family and couples counselling – we also give back to the community through our work in family violence prevention, working with people experiencing gambling harm, with families that have been touched by the sudden death of a loved one, with people who have experienced trauma and with people who are challenged by their mental health, among other things. With us you will work with people at times of vulnerability in their lives, create a career you’ll love and join a warm and caring team who make a difference.

Your new role

• Full time, Ongoing
• Located in Wagga Wagga, NSW
• Annual salary between $93,860.70 to $98,860.29

The role of the Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) is to provide information and deliver education and mediation services to individuals and families in a variety of circumstances.

In consultation with the Practice Manager and Senior Clinician, the Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner is expected to:

• Provide Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) on behalf of RACR under the Family Law Act 1975 sub section 1 and in accordance with RACR policies and procedures.
• Provide FDR services as per Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) regulations.
• Provide property mediation as required.
• Provide information, referrals and assist with access to support services to all people who present to the FDR service for assistance; including intake, assessment and screening services to clients.
• Provide comprehensive risk assessments and formulate safety plans for presentations that include family and domestic violence.

What you’ll need to succeed

1. A tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, law or social sciences.
2. Has completed either the full Vocational Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution (or higher education provider equivalent); or An appropriate qualification or accreditation under the National Mediation Accreditation Scheme and competency in the six compulsory units from the Vocational Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution (or higher education provider equivalent); and FDRP registration with Attorney-General’s Department.
3. Demonstrated experience working in a mediation or conflict resolution role.
4. Demonstrated knowledge and experience of family and domestic violence, crisis intervention models, grief and loss in the context of family separation and child development.
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, particularly with children and adults experiencing conflict, family violence and/or grief.

For a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the position description attached.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.

What you’ll get in return

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded not-for-profit, community-based organisation in a position where you will have the opportunity to continue to grow and develop your career. You will receive a generous package including professional development and NFP salary packaging. In this role you will be able to make a positive difference in the lives of people in the community every day.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in the role, please submit your resume with names of two work related referees and a cover letter specifically addressing each of the selection criteria (no more than half a page response under each criterion). Applications that do not address selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.

Applications should be submitted only via the “Apply Now” button below.

Position description with selection criteria is attached. For further information about the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at (02) 6923 9100 or by email [email protected] using the subject line: Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications must be submitted by the closing date.