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Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

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About the Role

This part-time contract role runs until August 2026, working 28 hours per week (4 days). Location: Uniting's Counselling and Mediation Centre in Wollongong. Availability to work in the centre on Wednesdays.

Responsibilities
  • Provide Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) to families post-separation who are experiencing conflict and are unable to reach agreements about children or property.
  • Deliver FDR through online video appointments, legally-assisted mediation and child-inclusive practice.
  • Work with a dynamic team of FDRPs and therapists to support families holistically.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Accredited by the Australian Attorney-General's Department (AGD) as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, or eligible for accreditation. If unsure of eligibility, contact the AGD Practitioner Accreditation Unit. Uniting will require evidence of eligibility.
  • Tertiary qualifications in law, psychology or social work.
  • Understanding of the process and purpose of child-inclusive mediation practice.
  • Knowledge of family law legislation.
  • Knowledge and understanding of community services, especially those relating to families experiencing relationship difficulties.
  • Understanding of child protection issues.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as contribute to the team; excellent communication, organisation and writing skills; computer literacy; ability to meet program-specific client targets.
Why Work at Uniting
  • To have a career that matters in an organisation that focuses on making an impact; training and mentoring with the opportunity to improve and learn new skills.
  • Up to 4 ex-gratia days (in addition to annual leave).

If you're excited to work for a progressive not-for-profit organisation, click APPLY now to start your application. For questions, contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting's Talent Acquisition Team at or

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which may include National Police checks, references and Working with Children checks.

Closing Date

Closing Date: 11:55pm, Wednesday 3 September 2025.

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. Empowered by diversity, inclusion is integral to how we work. Uniting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

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