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As the Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, you will walk compassionately and respectfully alongside families. You will aim to provide alternatives to formal legal processes for families who want to improve their family relationships, to prevent separation and to support parents to make arrangements in the best interests of their children after separation. You will assist families with parenting and property matters and will be capable of working with families with complex needs, including those with family violence issues. Anglicare WA takes a therapeutic and child inclusive approach in assisting families through separation.
This contract opportunity, based in Mandurah until 30 June 2026, is offered on a maximum-term, part-time or casual basis (22.5 hours per week). Wednesdays and Thursdays are required workdays, with occasional late shifts on Thursdays (11:00am–7:00pm). The role offers flexible arrangements, allowing for hybrid or remote delivery of FDR parenting and property mediations.
About You
Essential criteria to be successful in this role:
- Hold a Graduate Diploma in Family Dispute Resolution, or be very near completion
- Have knowledge and experience in Family Dispute Resolution, Property Mediation, counselling and Child Inclusive Practice
- Hold tertiary qualification Degree in Social Science, Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Law or related field
- Have knowledge of the effects of trauma and domestic violence on families, children and young people
- Have previous counselling experience with individuals, couples and families
- Have the ability to manage a complex caseload
This role requires a current (or willingness to obtain) National Police Clearance. A police record is not an automatic barrier to employment with us. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, and we review any disclosures on an individual basis, focusing on relevance to the role. The successful candidate must also possess a WA Working with Children Card and a WA Drivers Licence.
Impact and benefits
Sharing your knowledge, skills and experience, you will make an impact to the lives of families and communities.
Also:-
- From $99,460 per year (pro-rata at $51/hour) + 2.5% specified program allowance + 12% superannuation.
- Full-time employees are entitled to salary packaging benefits, annual leave, and personal leave.
- Casual employees only receive a 25% casual loading in lieu of leave entitlements.
- Generous tax-free salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 annually (not applicable for casual employment)
Why join us?
At Anglicare WA we are all about people, placing people at the heart of our work. We are focused on strengths, believing in and amplifying the strength of people and communities. We are fiercely inclusive, making sure everyone can belong. As trusted partners we are curious and creative, always looking for new ways to do better. We are courageous and gutsy, tackling difficult issues, even when it’s hard.
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For further information please contact Nicki Boxtel, Acting Service Manager, Mandurah Family Relationship Centre at nicki.boxtel@anglicarewa.org.au
Shortlisting will commence immediately. If this role sounds like you apply now!
Child Safe: Anglicare WA is committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm.
Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
