Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner & General MediatorEstablished Not-for-profit organisation with an award-winning cultureAttractive hourly rate, access to salary packaging and staff rewards programSupportive environment who understands the importance of connectionExciting opportunity for a dedicated Practitioner who is experienced in providing Family Dispute Resolution services to join our team of highly skilled Practitioners.ABOUT THE ROLE: This position will provide a range of high quality, child focused interventions to families post separation who are experiencing various levels of conflict and need support reaching agreements in relation to their children and/or the distribution of property.The role includes intake, risk assessment, case management, and the provision of interventions including mediation and child inclusive practice under the jurisdiction of the Family Law Act.As a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, you will also provide a range of general mediation services to Interrelate clients as required.These may include, but not be limited to any of the following situations in which clients seek assistance with managing the process of dispute and conflict resolution: workplace mediation, elder mediation, school-based or parent/child mediation.The role involves supporting clients to identify issues, develop options, consider alternatives, and make decisions about outcomes.Key Duties will include: Provide family dispute resolution and general mediation servicesFacilitate groups, seminars and workshopsConduct intake assessments, develop case plans and parenting agreementsFacilitate effective referral and promotion of servicesParticipate in program and service evaluationsThe successful applicant must hold a Graduate Diploma in Family Dispute Resolution, and current accreditation with the Attorney General's Department as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner.In addition to the required qualifications and FDR accreditation, the successful candidate will require strong people skills and the ability to work with couples on resolving issues by generating flexible and practical options.This position is a Fixed term contract until 30 June 2026, working 30hrs per week, Tuesday to Friday.Hourly rate is in line with a SCHADS Award level 5, $53.24 per hour, plus 11.5% superannuation. The position will be based in our Hamilton office.ROLE REQUIREMENTS: 1.Graduate Diploma in Family Dispute Resolution, and current accreditation as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner with the Attorney General's Department.Bachelor's degree in any discipline in addition to the Graduate Diploma Family Dispute Resolution is desirable.2.Demonstrated experience and skills in:delivering dispute resolution, family law, and/or mediation services with families and childrencasework with clients; implementing and supporting case plansfacilitating groups, seminars, and workshopsworking within a Family Law contextsolutions-focused and interpersonal communication skillsreport writing, case notes, data collection, and data entryworking with online systems and technology, such as a CRM (Client Relationship Management) System, Microsoft Teams and Zoom3. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of:the process and purpose of child inclusive mediation practicethe issues facing diverse communities, including ATSI, CALD, and remote communitiesthe impact of family separation and breakdown on children, and having skills in managing high parental conflict whilst upholding the best interests of childrenchild development, child protection, mandatory reporting, suicide prevention/intervention, and family violence issuescommunity services, especially those relating to families experiencing relationship difficultiesthe Family Law Act and other relevant legislation, such as the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act and domestic violence legislationWHAT WE OFFER: We offer the following competitive employment conditions: Salary Sacrificing and Packaging Options (superannuation, loans, credit cards, school fees)Additional days of paid leave on top of standard leave entitlementsTraining, Mentoring, Supervision, and access to ResourcesEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Awards and Appreciation ProgramHigh level of diversity in the roleIndividual and Group SupervisionHOW TO APPLY: If you think this role is for you, then please review the position description and selection criteria for the role.You will need to submit an application electronically by clicking on the "Apply Now" Button.You will be required to attach a copy of your resume/cv and address the selection criteria.If you have any questions, please email ******All Interrelate positions require the satisfactory completion of relevant Police and Working with Children Checks.Interrelate services are funded by the Australian Government. #J-18808-Ljbffr