Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Trainee

Relationships Australia is a community sector organisation with a proud and rich history. We connect with families, communities, and thousands of people across the lifespan. You may know us for our family and couples counselling – we also give back to the community through our work in family violence prevention, working with people experiencing gambling harm, with families that have been touched by the sudden death of a loved one, with people who have experienced trauma and with people who are challenged by their mental health, among other things.

Why work for us?

With us you will work with people at times of vulnerability in their lives, create a career you’ll love and join a warm and caring team who make a difference. We have flexible working arrangements, access to $2,000 worth of professional development opportunities, and access to supervision.

Your new role

Full-Time fixed term 18-month contract located at Deakin, ACT

Annual Salary $99,885.91, plus Superannuation, NFP Salary Packaging, Paid Christmas closure and other generous leave provisions under our Enterprise Agreement.

The Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) Trainee undertakes a Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution and supports individuals and families by providing information, education, and mediation services under supervision.

Duties:

Under the supervision of the Training Coordinator, the Trainee is expected to:

· Assist in delivering Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) services in line with the Family Law Act 1975 and RACR policies.

· Support intake, assessment, and screening processes, including risk assessments and safety planning for family and domestic violence cases.

· Provide information, referrals, and facilitate access to support services.

· Assist with outreach services, group programs and community education programs.

· Attend and participate in regular professional supervision.

What you’ll need to succeed

1. Experience and qualification in the field of Law, Mental Health, Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Dispute Resolution or Social Science.

2. Commitment to obtain:

a. A Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution (or higher education provider equivalent);

b. FDRP accreditation with Attorney-General’s Department.

3. Understanding of family and domestic violence, crisis intervention models, grief and loss in the context of family separation, and child development, with a willingness to develop practical experience in these areas.

4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with children and adults experiencing conflict, family violence, and/or grief, and a commitment to learning best practices in these interactions.

5. Ability to take initiative and learn to manage priorities, with support, while developing skills in judgment and workflow management.

For a full list of duties and selection criteria, please refer to the position description on our Careers site. To view the position description, click on the paper clip on the upper right side of the screen.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.

What you’ll get in return

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded not-for-profit, community-based organisation in a position where you will have the opportunity to continue to grow and develop your career. You will receive a generous package including professional development and NFP salary packaging. In this role you will be able to make a positive difference in the lives of people in the community every day.

What you need to do now

If this sounds like the ideal position for you, Apply today!

Submit your resume with names of two work related referees and a cover letter specifically addressing each of the selection criteria (no more than half a page response under each criterion).

For a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the position description. To view the position description, click on the paper clip on the upper right side of the screen. Applications that do not address selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.

Applications should be submitted only via the “Apply” button on RACR's careers site.

For further information about the position or application process, please email [email protected].

Closing date for applications: Midnight on 16 November 2025