Restorative Justice and Conflict Skills Facilitator

Restorative Justice and Conflict Skills Facilitator

The Center for Conflict Resolution (CCR) is a Kansas City nonprofit that helps people solve conflict peacefully. Grounded in restorative justice principles, our work centers on three areas: prevent, educate and restore. Our goal is a Kansas City where people choose understanding over escalation, take accountability, and have the tools to resolve conflict in healthy ways. Join a team that's making that vision real, one conversation at a time.

As a Restorative Justice and Conflict Skills Facilitator, you'll work with youth and adults in a variety of settings: local schools, youth organizations, and the Jackson and Clay County Family Court divisions. You'll lead restorative conversations and mediations, train students, families and educators in conflict resolution skills, and help people find solutions that repair harm and promote accountability. This role is a great fit for someone who connects easily with people from all walks of life, enjoys teaching, and believes conflict can be a starting point for growth.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Most of your time will be spent Facilitating:
• Create and/or update processes & curriculum.
• Facilitate/co-facilitate discussions, conversations and mediations with the community and assigned clients.
• Train & coach restorative justice, interpersonal conflict skills and similar CCR trainings.
• Maintain accurate and current records & documentation, including updates to the Case Management System.
• General/Administrative:
• Maintain strong relationships with assigned stakeholders and partners.
• Maintain active & consistent communication with team members.
• Collaborate and assist other CCR facilitators and staff.

Skills/Abilities:

Required:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrates professionalism with punctuality and attendance.
• Demonstrates a high level of work ethic and integrity
• Demonstrates team-oriented approach by maintaining flexibility and willingness to seek support, feedback and advice from others.
• Ability to work independently and self-motivate.
• Ability to function well with a flexible work schedule and in a stressful environment.

Preferred:

• Demonstrates understanding of diverse cultures.
• Understands importance of maintaining community connections and relatability.
• Understands and champions restorative justice.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred (at least one year's experience in one or more of the following areas):

• Interpersonal conflict resolution
• Mediation
• Social justice
• Restorative justice

Work Schedule:

• General:
  Available to work 9am – 4pm, Monday through Friday.
• Occasional:
  Available to work early mornings, evenings and weekends, to accommodate a client's schedule.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Employer pays 50% of employee premium), plus dental and vision
• 401(k) with annual employer match
• Paid holidays plus personal, sick, and vacation time
• Paid training in restorative justice and conflict resolution, plus ongoing professional development
• Mileage reimbursement for travel to worksites across the KC metro
• Hybrid flexibility on non-facilitation days
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Please send your resume, cover letter, and 2-3 references to Raquel McCommon.

Job Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $30,000 - 49,999