Restorative Justice Coordinator
Location: Lac La Biche, AB
Closing Date:
Until a suitable candidate is found.
Position Status: 1 – Part Time (up to 25 hours per week), Term Contract ending March 31, 2026.
The Otipemisiwak Métis Government is recruiting for one part-time Restorative Justice Coordinator to join the Justice Department. Reporting to the Justice Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for stakeholder collaboration, case management, data collection, and the implementation, coordination, and facilitation of the Community Restorative Justice Program in Lac La Biche, AB. We are looking for a motivated and confident individual who is a passionate advocate for restorative justice.
Key Responsibilities
· Serve as the primary point of contact for referrals from justice partners and stakeholders.
· Accept and review case referrals and documents.
· Select and assign volunteer facilitators to cases.
· Facilitate restorative justice group sessions as needed.
· Conduct victim/offender satisfaction surveys.
· Conduct case debriefing with facilitators.
· Follow-up on case agreements.
· Attend court during its regular sittings.
· Track data for reporting and evaluation purposes.
· Prepare funding proposals, grant applications, and grant reports as required.
· Provide monthly reports to the Justice Manager.
· Maintain accurate records on spending and accounting for the program.
· Assist in managing program budgets and produce bi-weekly financial and activity reports.
· Assist with coordinating meetings and taking/preparing meeting minutes.
· Recruit and develop a roster of community members and volunteers.
· Establish and maintain strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders to support restorative justice initiatives.
· Participate and represent the Otipemisiwak Métis Government in community engagement and other opportunities.
· Complete other tasks as required or assigned.
Skills and Competencies
· Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
· Ability to be empathetic and non-judgmental when assisting clients.
· Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
· Demonstrated time management, prioritization, and organization skills, with an ability to work with tight deadlines.
· Strong verbal, written, listening and interpersonal communication skills.
· Ability to produce professional documents, reports, and presentations.
· Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and community partners.
· Culturally sensitive and compassionate.
· Proficient in Microsoft office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and google docs, Google sheets and Google Forms.
Qualifications
· Academic, employment, or volunteer background in social services, community services, and/or justice. Experience working in the justice system is an asset.
· Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience with coordinating, planning, and facilitating group sessions is an asset.
· Knowledge and understanding of victims’ rights, the Canadian Justice System, and restorative justice principles and practices.
· Knowledge of Métis history, culture, and issues affecting Métis people.
· Experience working with an Indigenous organization or remote Indigenous communities is an asset.
· Indigenous Awareness and Trauma-Informed Care training is an asset.
· Restorative Justice Training is an asset.
Other Requirements
· Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the clients.
· Evening and weekend work may be required to accommodate participation needs and community events.
· Travel within Alberta may be required to meet programming needs.
· Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license and operational vehicle.
· Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check and Child Intervention Record Check are required.
What we Offer
· An opportunity to work for Otipemisiwak Metis Government under its newly ratified Constitution and be an instrumental part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada as it rapidly grows and develops.
· An opportunity to learn about Metis culture, history, and art.
· Meaningful work in a fun and supportive work environment.
· Training and professional development opportunities.
· Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Métis applicants are encouraged to apply.
The Otipemisiwak Métis Government thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online one-way video interview.
Should you have any concerns with completing the video interview, please reach out to Human Resources by responding to the email invitation. No phone calls please.
