Family Dispute Resolution Practicioner

About Relationships Australia

Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW) supports people through all forms of relationship distress, delivering timely, compassionate and expert care that strengthens wellbeing and connection across NSW.

What you'll do

You'll provide high quality services to families experiencing post-separation conflict who need assistance reaching agreement on parenting arrangements or resolving issues related to finances and property settlement. Services include risk screening and assessment, preparation for family dispute resolution and mediating joint sessions using a range of specialised approaches including Child Inclusive Practice.

You'll provide information to clients about separation, counselling and legal processes and will make referrals as required. Your work will be guided by the Family Law Act and Regulations as relates to your role.

The details

• Permanent contract
• 3/4 days a week based in Blacktown
• Approx $48 - $54 per hour (depending on skills & experience) + 12% super, 17.5% leave loading
• Salary Benefits - You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay
• Excellent professional development, regular clinical supervision

What you'll bring

• Accreditation with the Australian Government Attorney General's Department Register of Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners is essential
• A tertiary qualification in Law, Social Sciences, Social work, or Mediation/Dispute Resolution (preferred)
• Demonstrated high level skills in family dispute resolution, including assessments and mediation interventions
• Demonstrated ability to work in a child focused approach
• Strong understanding of relationship dynamics, domestic and family violence, child safety, trauma informed practice, diversity awareness and mental health and wellbeing

Why work with us?

• Make a genuine differenceto the lives of individuals, couples and families
• Be part of a supportive and dynamic team, work with people who truly care about what you achieve together
• Access a range of staff benefits,including flexible working options, additional leave days, the Employee Referral Reward program, and a Fitness Passport
• Work in an organisation committed to deepening our relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We have a stretch Reconciliation Action Plan to guide our efforts to build strong relationships, increased employment, and enhanced respect between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other communities
• We value inclusion and belonging.We're proud to be recognised as a Diversity Council Australia Inclusive Employer for Our SWEET team (Staff Wellbeing, Engagement and Empowerment Team) brings together staff from across RANSW to champion diversity, wellbeing and workplace connection.

Next Steps

Interested? Apply today Please note this role closes on 2nd December.

RANSW requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check before employment.