Court Child Expert
Role Overview
Court Child Experts are experienced social workers and psychologists who are passionate about the safety and wellbeing of children.
Key Responsibilities
* Conducting child-centred preliminary and comprehensive family assessments, including conducting interviews and observations with children.
* Undertaking risk screening and risk assessment to assist the Courts in case management, safety planning and the making of decisions that are in the best interest of children.
* Providing evidence to the Courts as an expert witness in the form of written reports.
* Assisting parties to resolve or narrow the issues in dispute including through participation in parenting dispute resolution conferences.
* Providing advice to parties and the Courts regarding external support services for children and families.
Mandatory Qualifications and Experience
A recognised degree in social work and eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, or general registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency. Minimum five years' relevant clinical experience working with children and families.
A clearance for working with children as required within the relevant State/Territory scheme.
Diversity and Inclusion
Federal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from people with Disability, First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers.
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