Post Separation Family Dispute Resolution Manager Role
Join our team as a Post Separation Family Dispute Resolution Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality services aligned with the Family Law Act.
As a senior leader, you will oversee the management of Centacare's integrated family law programs, including the Family Relationship Centre (FRC), Family Dispute Resolution (FDR), Regional Family Dispute Resolution (RFDR), and the Family Law Pathways Network (FLPN).
* Lead the delivery of trauma-informed services that strengthen community partnerships and ensure accountability through direct reporting to the Attorney-General's Department.
* Represent Centacare in regional and national networks, build strategic partnerships, and champion best-practice outcomes for families across North Queensland.
The ideal candidate will have an Accreditation as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP), along with a degree in Psychology, Social Work, Law, or Family Dispute Resolution, and significant experience leading services within family law, social services, or dispute resolution.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee delivery of FRC, FDR, RFDR, and FLPN services across North Queensland.
* Provide leadership, supervision, and professional development for a multidisciplinary team.
* Deliver (as required) family dispute resolution services in line with your FDRP accreditation.
* Ensure full compliance with AG's Department reporting, quality, and risk standards.
Requirements:
* Accreditation as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP).
* Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Law, or Family Dispute Resolution.
* Significant experience leading services within family law, social services, or dispute resolution.
Benefits:
* A competitive salary of circa $119,089.36 - 124,065.76 (based on experience, skills, and qualifications).
* $2,500 uplift built into your hourly rate - earn above-award pay from day one.
* Relocation assistance up to $4,500 available to help you settle in comfortably.
* Generous salary packaging — access up to $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 in meal and entertainment benefits through our not-for-profit status.
* Access to the Centacare fleet vehicles for all approved regional travel.
* 5 weeks of Annual Leave, including a paid Christmas shutdown period.
Additional Perks:
* 1 day of Birthday Leave each year to celebrate you.
* Extra Loyalty Leave - 1 additional week of paid leave at both 5 and 6 years of continuous service.
* Bonus Leave when you reach the top pay point within your level.
* Ongoing professional development and training (including leadership training for managers).