Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

Better Place Australia has a vision of “An Australia where all people experience positive relationships, truly value each other and live safer, more confident lives”. As a community focused not-for-profit organisation with an ever-growing range of psychological and community support services, Better Place Australia is taking a leadership role in the provision of high-quality, effective services for a wide range of community groups across 14 locations in Victoria. 

This is an opportunity to join our expanding team of highly experienced and passionate people who want to make Australia a better place.

This position is available full-time basis.  Candidates who may be seeking part time employment (0.6 - 0.8 FTE) are also encouraged to apply.  Evening work (until 8pm) will be required one evening per week.

The Role 

Applications are now invited for the position of Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner.  The appointee will be responsible for providing Family Dispute Resolution services (mediation) with specific work tasks to include:

• Identifying problem-solving options and strategies and providing assistance in clarifying clients’ problems and disputes
• Assisting parents negotiate sustainable and workable parenting plans
• Assisting parents negotiate financial settlements when these present alongside parenting issues
• Providing assessment in relation to the provision of Certificates as required by Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Regulations
• Facilitation of group programs where required.

Required Qualifications and Experience 

Prospective candidates must be able to demonstrate registration as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner together with a proven ability to work within the Family Law Act.  Knowledge of the effects of separation and divorce on families is essential as is an understanding of the concepts and philosophy of Family Dispute Resolution including mediation.  Other essential criteria include the ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to issues as they arise, excellent communication skills, well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to rapidly build rapport with clients.  Both property and children’s mediation experience would be a distinct advantage and candidates who can offer this skill set are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Employee Benefits

Better Place Australia is serious about being an employer of choice and to back that claim we offer:

• Generous above award salary rates
• Salary packaging (which increases your take home pay)
• Additional paid annual leave (between Christmas and New Year)
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• Twelve weeks paid parental leave
• Paid study leave and extensive professional development opportunities

Better Place Australia offers a workplace culture reflective of a vibrant, learning organisation where our people are highly engaged in their work and committed to making a difference.  As an equal opportunity employer, we aim to create an inclusive environment where differences including gender, age, culture, disability, sexuality and family and caring responsibilities are valued.  We invite you to be part of a not for profit organisation that fosters a diverse workplace.

Better Place Australia 

Better Place Australia offers a workplace culture reflective of a vibrant, learning organisation where our people are highly engaged in their work and committed to making a difference.  As an equal opportunity employer, we aim to create an inclusive environment where differences including gender, age, culture, disability, sexuality and family and caring responsibilities are valued. We invite you to be part of a not-for-profit organisation that fosters a diverse workplace. 

Further Information 

For further information and to access a copy of the position description, please visit our website www.betterplaceaustralia.com.au/careers/

Our organisation is committed to child safety and satisfactory completion of a Working with Children Check and National Police Check are mandatory for the preferred candidate. 

Better Place Australia currently requires employees to have up to date (boosted) vaccination status with an approved COVID-19 Vaccination and to provide evidence of same by way of uploading a Digital Vaccination Certificate to our HRIS Information System (or confirmation that they are an excepted person). You will be provided with relevant information including during the recruitment process.

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all prospective candidates, please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.  

Apply today – we look forward to hearing from you.