Job Description

Reports To: Director of Community Safety

Job Purpose:

To support the development and implementation of a community-based restorative process rooted in Dene values and traditions. The coordinator will co-develop the start-up, coordinate, and deliver restorative initiatives by working closely with the director of community safety, the FCSS justice supports worker, Elders, leadership, community members, and partner agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Co-develop and implement a community-based restorative justice program.
• Facilitate restorative justice circles (healing, sentencing, conflict resolution).
• Recruit and support circle keepers and facilitators.
• Liaise with RCMP, Victim Services, Corrections, Crown Prosecutors, and other partners.
• Conduct community outreach and awareness activities.
• Ensure Elders and cultural practices are embedded in programming.
• Develop policies and procedures for a start-up department.
• Track outcomes and complete reporting for funding partners.
• Maintain confidential case files.
• Support program growth and sustainability.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Post-Secondary education in restorative justice, social work, or related field.
• Experience facilitating circles or mediation.
• Experience in Indigenous or community justice settings.
• Understand trauma-informed practice.
• Ability to pass a Criminal Records Check, including the vulnerable sector.
• Familiarity with Cold Lake First Nations community.
• Dene language is an asset.
• Ability to build relationships with community and partners.
• Strong organizational and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently in a start-up environment.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

• Office environment. Monday to Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am – 2:00pm.
• Working hours can vary and may require a flexible schedule depending on type of assignment or work plan task.
• Evening and weekend work may be required to attend meetings, events, and community engagement sessions.