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Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

UnitingSydney, NSW, Australia

12 hours ago

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Uniting Penrith, New South Wales, Australia

Uniting Penrith, New South Wales, Australia

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Our mission is to effectively advocate and communicate efforts designed to improve safety and profitability for our members.

About The Role

This position is offered on a permanent part -time basis working 3 consecutive days / week (21 hours)

Located at Uniting's Counselling and Mediation Centre in Penrith
Need to be available to work in the centre on Thursdays from 10am – 6pm and Tuesday and Wednesday 9am – 5pm

Uniting has a long history of high-quality service delivery, being well regarded, and connected with family law stakeholders. As a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP), you’ll provide FDR to families’ post-separation who are experiencing various levels of conflict and are unable to reach agreements about children or property. Online video appointments, legally-assisted mediation and child inclusive practice are examples of Uniting’s innovative FDR practices. You will be working with a dynamic team of FDRPs and therapists to support families holistically.

About You

Accredited by the Australian Attorney-General’s Department (AGD) as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, or eligible for accreditation. Applicants who are unsure of eligibility should contact the AGD Practitioner Accreditation Unit. Uniting will require evidence of eligibility.

Tertiary qualifications in law, psychology or social work.

An understanding of the process and purpose of child inclusive mediation practice.

Knowledge of family law legislation.

Knowledge and understanding of community services, especially those relating to families experiencing relationship difficulties.

Understanding of child protection issues.

Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as be able to contribute to the functioning of the team.

Excellent communication, organisation and writing skills.

Computer literacy.

Meet the program-specific client targets.

Why Work at Uniting

To have a career that matters in an organisation that focuses on making an impact

Training and mentoring with the opportunity to improve and learn new skills.

You receive up to 3 ex-gratia days (on top of annual leave)

If the idea of working for a progressive not-for-profit organization excites you, then click APPLY now to get your application started!

If you have any questions or require further details, please do not hesitate to contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting’s Talent Acquisition Team on; / [email protected]

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which may include a National Police, reference and Working with Children checks.

About Uniting

When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values : compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Uniting is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

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