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Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

Relationships Australia NSW

About us

Our clients are, and always will be, our first priority. This matters now more than ever before.

Relationships Australia NSW provides a safe, judgement free environment where individuals, couples and families can address the matters impacting their relationships and lives.

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 as an FDRP.

The details

  • Permanent part time position (3 days) in Sydney CBD
  • $78k - $87k salary + super + salary packaging benefits (Pro-rata)

What you'll bring

  • Registration with the Australian Government Attorney General’s Department Register of Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners
  • A tertiary background in Law, Social Sciences, Social work, or Mediation / Dispute Resolution
  • 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
  • Calm, compassionate and professional when engaging with clients
  • Strong professional boundaries and self-care practices; when we are at our best, we give our best

Why us?

  • Empower families to achieve an amicable outcome for their children and property
  • Strong clinical and supervision framework to deepen our practice excellence
  • Work alongside people who truly care about what you achieve. Grow with us as a team
  • We have a strong focus on wellbeing including salary packaging, additional leave days and fitness passport
  • We value inclusion and belonging. We want a workforce that is reflective of all of the communities we serve.
  • RANSW is committed to deepening our relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people. Our RAP guides our efforts to build strong relationships, increased employment opportunities, and enhanced respect between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples and other Australians.

Next Steps

If you’re ready for your next challenge, apply online today as we will be interviewing shortly.

How to apply

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