Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner – FDRP

About UsRelationships Australia Queensland (RAQ) is a leading provider of relationship and family support services.  We believe healthy relationships are essential for the well-being of children, families and communities. About the RoleWe are currently seeking applications for a permanent part-time (30 hours per week) Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) Practitioner located at our Ipswich venue.The purpose of this role is to provide high quality family dispute resolution and conciliation services to assist families to develop and implement parenting plans and property agreements when they are separating, have separated or divorced. The major responsibilities of this position include:Applying theoretical models of conflict resolution, specifically family dispute resolution, child development, and other relevant frameworks in the mediation processFacilitating equitable participation of both parties in the mediation process and assisting clients to generate and negotiate optionsApplying knowledge of issues specific to couples who may be separating or divorcingDemonstrating a knowledge of theories regarding grief and powerConducting client assessment and intake of client needs to make appointments, provide relevant information, make appropriate referrals and link to treatment planMaintaining confidentiality and duty of care, including identification of domestic and family violenceWork days/hours will be negotiated with the successful applicant, however please note that the position holder may be required to work an evening shift which can be between the hours of 10:30am to 7pm weekly, with some flexibility needed in order to meet business requirements.About You To be successful in this position, you will possessRelevant undergraduate qualifications in the Social or Behavioural Sciences and/or LawCurrent FDR Accreditation, or the ability to obtain and maintain FDR Accreditation and Vocational Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution Demonstrated experience and theoretical knowledge of dispute resolution and mediation is also preferred.The salary being offered is circa $76,947 to $90,363 per annum pro rata, to be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience, plus superannuation and generous salary packaging options where eligible which will significantly increase the value of take-home pay.What We Can Offer YouWork-life balance and flexible working hoursAdditional annual leave over the Christmas period, annual leave loading and study leaveA supportive team environment and opportunity for professional developmentSalary packaging options available of up to $15,900, which will significantly increase the value of take-home payPaid parental leave and additional benefits such as medical insurance discountsInterested?To apply, send us your resume and a cover letter outlining your demonstrated experience in each area. Click apply now.Applications close at 4pm on 19 December 2022.HR - PD - Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner AUD Ipswich 4305