SFSS - Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner - Fortitude Valley

3 weeks ago


Brisbane City, Australia Centacare Brisbane Full time

Centacare Family and Relationship Services (CFRS) is a non-profit community organisation that supports the strengthening of family and community relationships, particularly where there is vulnerability and disadvantage. Our services are available to the entire community regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender or ability. We strive to deliver professional and accountable services whilst empowering our clients to find solutions and achieve their goals.

The role:

We are currently seeking a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner to join our team based in Fortitude Valley on a 12 months fixed term contract. This will part-time role for four days a week. Please note that some flexibility is needed in order to meet operational requirements. In this role, you will be delivering Family Dispute Resolution services to our clients as an accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP).

Key Duties:

Facilitating Family Dispute Resolution sessions, parenting or property matters, delivered via joint, shuttle, telephone. Assessing, referring or delivering, as required, child inclusive family dispute resolution. Providing case management, information and referrals to families progressing through the family dispute resolution process, including the issuing s60(I) certificates. Facilitating psycho-educational or information group sessions. Completing client suitability assessments for family dispute resolution. Completing client intake, including initial and ongoing risk assessment/s and safety planning. Skills and Experience:
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Social or Behavioural Science from a recognised institution (including eligibility for membership of APS, AASW, PACFA or ACA). Evidence of current registration as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner with the Attorney General's Department. Understanding of the Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners Regulations within the Family Law Act is essential. Well-developed understanding of Domestic and Family Violence Act, Child Protection Act and Family Law Act, as well as the issues and the impacts on families engaged in these systems. Demonstrated articulation of a well-developed practice framework for domestic and family violence and its nexus with child safety, family law, mental health. Experience in intake, risk assessment, case management and referral pathways crisis intervention, DVO assistance and safety planning. Well-developed written work including report writing, case notes, data collection, data entry and computer literacy skills. Highly effective communication with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to advocate for our clients’ needs with other statutory organisations/ departments. Have a high degree of professionalism and integrity in working with clients, colleagues, and community stakeholders. Ability to support and work with diverse families with complex needs. Availability for some after-hours work. Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in the delivery of group psycho-educational programs. An understanding of how separation and conflict may impact families and children post separation, including both parenting and property related matters, is desirable. Essential requirements for the role:
Must have a current Blue Card – or be eligible to apply. Have a current driver’s licence. Provide a current Australian Federal Police Criminal History Check or successfully pass one. Have working rights in Australia. Why Work for us?

We offer a competitive remuneration on the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award level 5. Salary packaging options are available to increase your take home pay by up to $15,900.

How to apply

Click  APPLY  and submit a cover letter that clearly addresses the above listed skills, experience and essential criteria, as well as a copy of your current résumé. If you would like to know more about this role, please contact Matt Horsfall via email

Please note shortlisting and interviews will commence as applications are received. 

The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people (0 - 18 years) and/or vulnerable adults. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or vulnerable adults.

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