Family Relationship Advisor
Location
Shepparton
EFT
- 75 hours per fortnight, continuing position.
About the role
At CatholicCare Victoria we’re committed to empowering communities and building strength and resilience, to enable everyone to reach their full potential and live life to the full.
The Family Relationship Centre (FRC) provides Family and Property Dispute Resolution services. Services may be provided in the FRC or other locations across CatholicCare Victoria according to the needs of clients and communities. The Family Dispute Resolution program aims to assist separating parents and families to reach agreement on parenting arrangements which are in the best interests of children. Property Dispute Resolution assists separating couples to reach an agreement in relation to their property pool, including debt. Both Family and Property Dispute Resolution supports separating families to resolve disputes as an alternative to court.
The Family Relationship Advisor role is to provide high quality intake, assessment, support and referral advice to clients of our Family Relationship Centre.
Specifically, the position is responsible for:
- Providing information and assistance to individuals/couples/family members seeking assistance with their relationship and separation issues, including facilitating referrals to the appropriate services and organisations where appropriate.
- Assisting family members to develop and implement safety plans if necessary, when screening for family violence.
- Participating in Family Dispute Resolution sessions with separated or separating parents (or other family members) to assist them in reaching child focused agreements about arrangements for their children and resolution for relationship conflict.
- Participating in any other dispute services as required including child inclusive mediation where appropriate.
To be considered for this position, applicants require:
- Recognized tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Family Law or related discipline.
- Thorough and comprehensive intake and assessment skills.
- Experience in the child, youth and family services sector.
- Demonstrated knowledge of referral networks for separating families.
- Understanding of the impact of family violence including the ability to identify and assess at an intermediate level.
- Demonstrated understanding of family dispute resolution theory and practice.
Contact
People Team
How to apply
Please submit the form to apply for the role. When applying please include:
- a cover letter
- your current resume
- responses to the position’s key requirements, if applying for management positions only
- three professional referees
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview. Psychometric and other assessments may also be required.
Document uploads
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