Court Child Expert (Psychologist or Social Worker) (Canberra)

Court Child Expert (Psychologist or Social Worker) Jurisdiction: Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Section: Court Children’s Service Job Type: Ongoing, Non-ongoing, Full-time/Part-time What is a Court Child Expert? Court Child Experts are experienced professionals who play a vital role in Australia’s Federal family law system. Appointed under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), Court Child Experts provide critical social science expertise to assist families and the Courts in making decisions that are in the best interests of children. This is more than just a job – it’s a career with purpose. Why Join Us? As a Court Child Expert, you’ll be at the forefront of family law innovation, working on world-leading initiatives to ensure safe and effective outcomes for families in crisis.
- Be the voice for children in complex family matters
- Influence real-life decisions that shape a child’s future
- Be part of a collaborative, national team of experts
- Receive extensive professional support and development From the moment you start, you’ll be supported with a structured induction program, ongoing supervision, and access to national and international training. What Will You Do? As a Court Child Expert, your day-to-day work includes:
- Conducting family assessments, including interviews and observations with children
- Providing expert evidence to the Court via written reports
- Facilitating dispute resolution conferences to help families reach agreements Mandatory qualifications and experience
- A recognised degree in social work and eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, or general registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency
- Minimum five years’ relevant clinical experience including in conducting assessments with children and families (note this experience must be subsequent to the acquisition of the relevant degree qualification)
- A clearance for working with children as required within the relevant State/Territory scheme Join a Team That Puts Children First This is your chance to be part of a court-based team where your skilled skills will help shape safer, more stable futures for Australian children. Employment Conditions Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following:
- Australian citizenship – the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship.
- Security and character clearance – the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check and may also be required to complete security clearances during the course of their employment.
- Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period. Interested candidates who have received a redundancy benefit from an APS agency are welcome to apply but note that they cannot be engaged until their redundancy benefit period has expired. Diversity and Inclusion Federal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability. First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families. Federal Court Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r87ux