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.  We are committed to offering the best possible counselling, mediation, education and support services, and are committed to social justice and inclusion. About the RoleWe are currently seeking applications for the role of permanent part-time Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) for 22.5 hours per week located at our Upper Mount Gravatt 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 will be required to work an evening shift (12pm to 8pm) up to once a week, 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 Law.Current 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 $73,554.00 to $88,159.50 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 discountsHow to ApplyTo apply, send us your resume and a cover letter outlining your demonstrated experience. Click apply now.Applications close at 4pm on 27 May 2022.HR PD - Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner AUD Upper Mount Gravatt 4122