Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner - Townsville
Posted: 23/02/2026
Closing Date: 31/08/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Job Category: Counselling, Practitioner, Therapeutic etc.
Centacare North Queensland is seeking an experienced
Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner
to join our Family Relationship Centre in Townsville.
This is a meaningful, practice-focused role supporting families navigating parenting arrangements, care arrangements, property matters and separation decision making— always prioritising the best interests of children and young people.
What you'll enjoy
SCHADS Level 5 salary (
Starting
salary of $100,****** per annum)
Plus
$2,500 above award payment- each year!
$15,900 salary packaging + additional meal entertainment benefits
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% loading
Birthday leave (because we celebrate our people)
On-site café (because thoughtful mediation requires good coffee)
A supportive, experienced FRC leadership team
Job Description
Your Impact
You will:
Conduct client intake, risk and needs assessments
Facilitate family dispute resolution and mediation processes
Support parents to develop practical, child-focused parenting arrangements
Apply child-inclusive and culturally responsive practice frameworks
Ensure compliance with the Family Law Act and FDRP Regulations
Maintain qualified standards and FDR accreditation




Engage with community and sector stakeholders
Contribute to a collaborative, best-practice team culture
This role offers a balanced caseload within a supportive structure that values reflective supervision and continuous improvement.
Desired Skills and Experience
What you bring:
Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Law, or FDR/Mediation
Accreditation (or eligibility) as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner
Experience in child-focused dispute resolution practice
Strong understanding of legislative and professional obligations
High-level communication and assessment skills
A commitment to ethical, culturally protected service delivery
And lifestyle?
Live where others holiday.
Short commutes.
Weekend trips to the reef or rainforest.
Magnetic Island sunsets after a meaningful week of work.
Centacare North Queensland promotes wellbeing and resilience across our region and is committed to integrity, respect, equality, compassion, dignity and stewardship
Centacare North Queensland is a Child Safe and Equal Opportunities Employer.
People from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must have appropriate work rights in Australia.
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📌 Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner - Townsville
🏢 Centacare North Queensland
📍 Townsville