Restorative Justice Facilitator

Job Description

The Agency

The Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS) is a charity that reduces crime and makes Calgary communities safer by helping youth and adults make positive changes and move away from criminal behaviour. We do this by addressing the root causes of crime through housing, education, employment programs and support so that individuals have alternatives to breaking the law. CJHS is committed to restorative justice and an organizational environment that recognizes the dignity and worth of each person. CJHS values diversity and inclusion and welcomes qualified applicants from all walks of life.

Program Description

Restorative Solutions to Conflict (RSC) offers restorative justice programs and services for youth and adults in Calgary and surrounding communities. The RSC Facilitator plays a key role in delivering restorative processes, including victim-offender dialogues, restorative circles, and crime impact sessions. Guided by the principles of restorative justice, the Facilitator works to build and strengthen relationships, support meaningful accountability, and promote healing and repair for those affected by harm. Relationship-building, collaboration, and community engagement are fundamental to the success of this work.

The Position

Reporting to the RSC Team Lead, the Restorative Solutions to Conflict (RSC) Facilitator works collaboratively within an integrated service model alongside the RSC team, the Youth Advocacy and Support Services (YASS) team, other CJHS programs, justice system partners, school personnel, and community agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing support to all participants throughout all stages of the restorative process
• Prepare individuals who have caused harm to engage in processes that allow them to take accountability and engage in meaningful repair
• Ensure the needs and voices of those who have been harmed are recognized and addressed
• Conduct preparation and planning meetings
• Facilitate restorative processes

• Maintain accurate and timely case documentation
• Prepare summary and closure reports for referral sources
• Conduct participant follow-up and evaluation activities
• Compile program data and reports
• Develop strong relationships with referral partners and community stakeholders

Qualifications and Experience

• Solid foundational understanding of restorative justice philosophies and practices
• Experience working with marginalized, high-risk youth and adults
• Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline (i.e. human services, mediation, child and youth care, criminal justice etc.)
• Crisis prevention/intervention skills and sound decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of the youth and adult criminal justice systems
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Brain Story Certification considered an asset
• A current criminal record check (CPIC), within the past six months is required
• Current child welfare intervention check

Your past does not define your future. A criminal record will not disqualify you from employment with us; we evaluate each application individually.

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

The Calgary John Howard Society thanks all applicants; however, only those

considered for an interview will be contacted