The Program Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing RJ programs and services designed to increase community capacity to incorporate restorative practices and responses, within our service area. Additionally, through co-facilitation, the Program Coordinator will lead program participants through RJ processes from the time a referral is received until the agreement for resolution between the parties is met and the file is closed.
Responsibilities include:
- Accepting/directing RJ referrals from the Court and community, ensuring a seamless and timely referral process.
- Acting as a liaison to build relations with the Crown, local defense bar, RCMP and other referring agencies.
- Working collaboratively with the Executive Director to meet objectives as per grant funding and strategic plan.
- Developing and maintaining documentation as it pertains to evaluation, data collection and reporting.
- Administering RJ referrals from the RCMP, Victim Services, Courts, schools, and community including timely communication and collaboration with referral agencies and program participants, case management and preparation, co-facilitation of RJ processes, follow up, and file closure.
- Coordinating and attending docket court, committee meetings and community events across our service area.
- Overseeing community outreach projects, social media research/engagement, collaboration, and capacity building opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Understanding of RJ principles and philosophy.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multiple parties including referral agencies.
- Must demonstrate capability and experience working with people impacted by harm and/or trauma and have working knowledge of what it means to provide victim-led services.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work cohesively in a small team, co-located with Stepping Up: North Peace Society for the Prevention of Domestic Violence.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative and show integrity.
- Understanding of the criminal justice system, coupled with the ability to attend/represent RJ in docket courts as needed across our service area.
- Experience in facilitation, working with both adults and youth (aged 12 to 24) in individual and group environments, including school/educational settings.
- Training/experience working within a recognized restorative justice facilitation model OR relevant experience in a similar field is considered an asset.
- Experience in program coordination in a non-profit setting.
- Excellent conflict management, communication and listening skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite & Teams.
Terms: Position is full-time, typically 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (negotiable 35 to 37.5 hrs/week) and available immediately. Some travel and evening/weekend work is required. Must possess a valid drivers license and have access to a reliable vehicle. Starting wage is $26 to $28.41 per hour, based on experience and education. Position offer is subject to satisfactory completion of references and criminal/vulnerable sector checks. RCMP or other security clearance may be required.
How to Apply: Send one PDF document that includes a resume and cover letter to Executive Director Melanie Freeman at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00-$28.41 per hour
Work Location: In person
