Regional Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

Regional Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (RFDR)

Fulltime maximum term until 30th June 2028

Location: Northwest Tasmania

CatholicCare Tasmania is the primary social services agency of the Catholic Church across Tasmania. We have 60 years' experience delivering a wide range of services and support to improve individual, family and community wellbeing. Our services are available and open to all with a particular focus on families, young people and children.

About the Role

As an accredited Regional Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, you'll provide high quality services to families experiencing separation and needing assistance with parenting arrangements and property agreements. You'll provide information to clients about separation, counselling and legal processes and make referrals as required. Your work will be guided by the Family Law Act and our policies to work towards positive outcomes for clients.

This program aims to assist separated families prioritising those most disadvantaged or at risk. The program provides mediation/support and education to separated families.

The position is also available for a person with a degree in family law (or a related field of law), psychology, social work AND who is willing to complete the mediation qualification.

The Regional Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner sits within our Family and Relationships Services team in Burnie and Devonport. Key tasks of the role include:

• Provide family dispute resolution services
• Property Mediation services
• Intake, information, support and referral
• Community education / group work
• Ongoing program promotion and networking

About You

You will hold Tertiary qualifications in law, psychology or social work and be accredited by the Australian Attorney-General's Department (AGD) as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, or eligible for accreditation. Applicants who are unsure of eligibility should contact the AGD Practitioner Accreditation Unit, CatholicCare will require evidence of eligibility.

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate:

• An 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 safety issues and family violence
• Ability to work independently as well as be able to contribute to the functioning of the team
• Excellent communication, organisation and written skills
• Ability to meet the program-specific client targets
• Commitment to the ongoing development of the program

What We Offer:

• Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
• Up to four bonus leave days per year
• Be part of an organisation committed to compassion, service, and community well-being
• Discounted Health Insurance options
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive, values-driven work environment

For a confidential conversation or for more information regarding the role please contact: Mel on or to receive a position description please email Mel via

Applications close: 9am Monday 29th September 2025

CatholicCare Tasmania is committed to safeguarding the interests of children and young people. We are committed to protecting children and young people from harm and require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

CatholicCare Tasmania is an equal employment opportunity employer and promotes and supports a family friendly workplace. The successful applicant must be eligible to work in Australia and will need to evidence their registration to Work with Vulnerable People and Police Check as part of the recruitment process.