• Position available in Darwin or Alice Springs

Relationships Australia NT is committed to meaningful equity and diversity in our workforce. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Welcome to Relationships Australia Northern Territory

Relationships Australia Northern Territory (RA-NT) is a community-based, not-for-profit, non-government organisation providing a broad range of services for all members of the community regardless of religion, belief, age, gender, sexual orientation, lifestyle choice, cultural background, or economic circumstances.

We believe relationships matter and respectful relationships can empower people to belong, connect and have meaning and confidence to meet the challenges of our time.

Job Summary

The Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner is responsible for providing high-quality Family Dispute Resolution services to individuals, couples, and families. The practitioner will work within a child-focused and culturally responsive practice model, ensuring that all activities are in accordance with the Family Law (Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners) Regulations 2008.

What we offer

We provide a positive work culture and a diverse and inclusive environment. Our people matter to us, and we are committed to supporting them and their wellbeing:

• Competitive Salary + 11% Super + Salary Sacrifice (up to $15,899 for tax free benefits and $2,650 p/a for entertainment benefits).
• Relocation support - financial and social (our team want you to feel like you belong and will help you settle in) conditions apply.
• Professional Development allowance of $3000 and 10 days study leave, pro rata.
• 5 weeks annual leave with leave loading.
• + 3 days extra leave between Christmas and New Year.
• EAP for employees and family members.
• Wellness Day off, per financial year.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-mediation and mediation sessions using child-focused and child-inclusive mediation models.
• Provide family conferencing services for cases involving extended family members.
• Add value as a team member, engage in ongoing supervision, and participate in professional training.
• Contribute to the professional knowledge of Family Dispute Resolution services when appropriate.
• Commit to delivering and developing culturally responsive family service models and practices.
• Participate in the development and delivery of group sessions and seminars focusing on children's needs within families, when required.
• Promote Mediation services through professional networking, community presentations, and promotional activities.

Essential Skills

• Strong knowledge of family dispute resolution principles, theories, techniques, regulations, policies, procedures relevant to the field.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written for effective mediation sessions with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-based environment as an active member of the FDR clinical team.
• Strong problem-solving skills to facilitate conflict resolution between parties involved in disputes effectively.
• Cultural sensitivity to provide inclusive services that respect diverse cultural backgrounds.

Qualifications and Experience

• Successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution.
• Current accreditation as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner or ability to obtain accreditation with the Attorney General’s Department.
• Demonstrated capacity to provide quality Family Dispute Resolution services, with the ability to undertake effective case management including administration tasks and updating client information software.
• Professional knowledge relating to the area of family relationship issues, including the impact of conflict on children.
• Proven commitment to ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• A satisfactory Northern Territory working with children check.
• A satisfactory national criminal history check.
• A commitment to our Safeguarding Children Practice and Behaviour Guidelines.

How to apply

To apply please click "Apply Now", submit a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria (no longer than 1 page) and an up-to-date Resume including two Referees. Applications will be processed as received and only successful candidates will be contacted. To discuss this position further please contact Michaela Ishwar on 08 8950 4100.

Relationships Australia NT encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.