Post-Separation & Family Wellbeing Practitioner

RAQ; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

3 extra paid leave days over Christmas

Annual leave loading

Paid study leave (up to 2 weeks)

Parental leave

Wellbeing support (Telus Health EAP)

Job summary

Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ) is seeking a compassionate Post Separation Practitioner to educate, intake, assess and support individuals and families navigating separation. Join a team delivering child-focused education, case planning and group programs within Family Law Services.

You will coordinate intake, assessment, and referrals, developing case management plans while maintaining safety and confidentiality in a complex environment.

Qualifications

• A relevant undergraduate degree in Social or Behavioural Sciences.
• Experience working with families in high-conflict situations and managing caseloads, including with involuntary clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a child-focused practice framework.
• Sound knowledge of the impact of trauma, conflict and family violence on children, their development and needs.
• Knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to family law, domestic and family violence, and risk management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong time management, and confidence with Microsoft Office, email and web-based systems.
• Desirable: Circle of Security facilitator registration; postgraduate qualification; crisis work and group facilitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Undertake client intake and assessment, including gathering relevant information, risk screening, safety planning, and referrals.
• Develop and implement case management plans focused on child-centred practice.
• Deliver education to groups and individuals affected by separation, including separated parents and children.
• Support clients to understand child development and the impact of family violence on children.
• Maintain confidentiality, duty of care and compliance with legislative, funding and organizational requirements.
• Collaborate with RAQ staff and external stakeholders to deliver integrated services.

Skills

Assessment

Facilitation

Communication

Case management

Trauma-informed care

Education

Undergraduate degree in Social or Behavioural Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Web-based systems

Job description

Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ) is seeking a compassionate Post Separation Practitioner to educate, intake, assess and support individuals and families navigating separation. Join a team delivering child-focused education, case planning and group programs within Family Law Services.

You will coordinate intake, assessment, and referrals, developing case management plans while maintaining safety and confidentiality in a complex environment.