Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Center for Justice Innovation
Job overview
The Facilitator, Restorative Circle role at Center for Justice Innovation involves conducting restorative justice circles to support community healing and reduce criminal legal involvement in the Bronx.
Responsibilities and impact
The Facilitator will conduct restorative circles for misdemeanor and felony cases, perform outreach and intake interviews, assess participants, provide case management and referrals, collaborate with stakeholders, assist in program development, and handle administrative tasks including data reporting.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $52,000 - $60,000 commensurate with experience, comprehensive healthcare including dental and vision, disability and life insurance, mental health services, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions, and flexible spending accounts.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree or three years of relevant experience, knowledge of restorative justice preferred, strong group facilitation skills, bilingual English/Spanish preferred, experience managing complex conversations, and a commitment to social justice and anti-racist practices.
Career development
The role includes ongoing training in restorative justice and circle practice, opportunities to participate in strategic planning and program development, and engagement with community and justice system stakeholders to build expertise.
Work environment and culture
The organization values inclusivity, diversity, anti-racist and social justice-centered practices, and fosters a supportive environment for staff from diverse backgrounds and identities.
Company information
Center for Justice Innovation is a 900-employee nonprofit founded in 1996 focused on community justice, safety, and racial justice through operating programs, research, and expert policy assistance nationwide.
Team overview
The Facilitator will join Bronx Community Solutions, a program within the Center that provides community-based alternatives to incarceration and restorative justice programming in the Bronx criminal courts and community.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Bronx, NY, with work occurring in the Bronx criminal courthouse and various community locations, with occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
Application process
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S., provide truthful information, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; no immigration sponsorship is provided.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines restorative justice facilitation with community engagement, working on a range of cases from minor misdemeanors to serious felonies, including fatal car crashes, and offers a chance to impact systemic justice reform.
Company overview
The Center for Justice Innovation is dedicated to reforming the justice system by developing and implementing innovative solutions that enhance public safety, reduce incarceration, and promote fairness. They make money through a combination of grants, government funding, and private donations. Founded with a mission to address systemic issues within the justice system, the organization has a history of pioneering community-based programs and research initiatives that influence policy and practice on a national scale.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience and passion for restorative justice, group facilitation, and working with diverse communities, emphasizing any work related to conflict resolution and community engagement as described in the job description.
Focus on showcasing your skills in conducting outreach, facilitating restorative circles, managing complex conversations, and your ability to collaborate with various stakeholders including courts, community members, and legal professionals.
Apply through multiple channels such as the Center for Justice Innovation's official website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the Facilitator, Restorative Circle role.
Connect on LinkedIn with individuals working in the Bronx Community Solutions or Restorative Justice divisions at the Center for Justice Innovation; use ice breakers like expressing admiration for their community justice work, asking about their experiences facilitating restorative circles, or inquiring about current initiatives in Bronx diversion programs.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'restorative justice,' 'community engagement,' 'facilitation,' 'conflict resolution,' 'case management,' and 'collaboration with legal stakeholders' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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