About the Role

We are seeking experienced Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) to join our skilled multidisciplinary team and assist separating families to make parenting arrangements in the best interests of their children. Roles are available from early 2022 at Bankstown Family Relationship Centre & at our city/inner west sites and include online service delivery.

Our family law services support families from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds through innovative programs including therapeutic Post Separation Case Management and group workshops for children impacted by family separation. Our range of programs and partnerships provide opportunities for FDRPs to assist families through collaborative cross-practice models.

Position Details

• Full time or part-time opportunity (minimum 3 days per week)
• Roles based in CBD and Bankstown

About You

To be a suitable candidate for this role, you will have:

• The ability to undertake the duties of the role in accordance with CatholicCare’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Tertiary qualification in social sciences, law or conflict resolution and registration as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner in accordance with AGD requirements
• Demonstrated experience and skills in post-separation family dispute resolution, including clinical assessments and working with clients with difficult or complex presenting issues including family violence, conflict and loss and grief
• Experience in the use of alternative models of mediation including trauma informed mediation, legally assisted mediation, property and financial mediation, child informed and child inclusive practice
• Experience in delivery of parent education and group workshops.

What Can We Offer You?

• Collaborative practice with a range of highly skilled practitioners
• Active commitment to clinical and professional development of staff
• An innovative, integrated service approach.
• Access to salary packaging of expenses up to a cap of $15,900 plus other uncapped benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply?

Click Apply Now to begin your online application!

To be considered for this role, you will need to attach your resume and a cover letter addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role.

Please submit your application as soon as possible as shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.

Need more information? Contact Jenny Kadwell, Senior Manager Family Law Services on 0439 441 546 or [email protected], using the subject line: Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner enquiry via EthicalJobs.

About Us

CatholicCare Sydney is the official social services agency of the Catholic Church in the Archdiocese of Sydney. We are a leading not-for-profit agency providing care and support to people in Sydney across a wide range of social services: children and families, relationships, ageing, disability, employment, mental health and youth programs.

CatholicCare requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check prior to employment and will also require a Working with Children Check.

CatholicCare Sydney is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

A position description is attached.