We are seeking a graduate social worker or psychologist (or a final year student graduating in Nov 2022) to join a small practice specialising in child-inclusive assessments under the Family Law Act 1975. This is a full time role, where you will work with some of Queensland’s highly respected practitioners to assess and report to the Federal Circuit and Family Court in Queensland, NSW and Victoria on post-separation parenting matters affecting the physical, psychological and social wellbeing of children. The role will commence in Jan/Feb 2023.
About you
You are genuinely passionate about child welfare and child safety, enjoy working in human services and possess a strong balance of analytical skills and empathy. You have high emotional intelligence and resilience, and your listening and writing skills are exemplary. You have the ability to engage positively with adults and children in challenging family circumstances, to think objectively and critically, and to assimilate evidence into concise, informative, insightful high quality professional reports. Your capabilities include – with training – the ability to present and defend your professional advice under cross-examination in a court of law. Previous experience is not necessary; knowledge, passion and professionalism are.
Our Case Assessment offices are located in Graceville in the western suburbs of Brisbane and some work may be required at offices of various Magistrates courts in Brisbane and regional Queensland. Flexible working arrangements apply, including some work from home.
Selection Criteria
- A social work or psychology degree
- Membership of a relevant professional body (AASW or APS) prior to an offer of employment
- Full Australian working rights
- A National Police Certificate and Blue Card (Working with Children check) prior to an offer of employment
- Knowledge of child development theory and the impact of trauma, family violence, child abuse and high conflict on children and families; or capacity to gain same
- Demonstrable ability to personably and empathetically connect and engage with children and parents positively in difficult circumstances
- Ability to critically analyse written court briefs and write concise, insightful and informative reports
- Effective management of own time and workload to meet deadlines
- Ability to collaborate on professional research and the publication of research papers
- Willingness and capacity to reflect on own clinical practice and to constructively participate in performance feedback, professional supervision and professional development activities.
Please submit your CV and academic transcript, plus a short covering letter addressing all selection criteria and outlining what motivates you about this role. Please forward these to Dr Rayleigh Joy at [email protected] with the job title in the subject header.
Further details of the company and its work can be found at https://www.thegroundworkslab.com.au/