Restorative Justice Facilitation Coordinator

Our Mission: Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

About Us Lutheran Community Services Northwest is a non-profit human services agency that improves lives of people in communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. We provide a wide variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools and communities. We are privileged to touch lives of all ages, cultures and faiths.

MISSION IMPACT: All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.The Restorative Justice Facilitation Coordinator contributes to our mission by promoting healing, accountability, and justice through restorative practices, fostering inclusive and compassionate communities, building collaborative partnerships, and advocating for systemic change. This occurs through the intake and coordination of restorative justice services, as well as by engaging in restorative justice interventions for less complex cases.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct case intake, gathering relevant information (e.g., victim statements, offender histories), assessing readiness and suitability for services, and organizing case files
• Schedule and coordinate restorative justice circles/meetings, ensuring all parties are informed of their responsibilities and meeting logistics
• Under the guidance of Restorative Justice Facilitators and management, design and implement restorative justice interventions for less complex cases, using assessment standards and escalating complex cases as needed
• Track and monitor case progress, ensuring timely follow-up and closure
• Maintain accurate and confidential case records, providing clerical support and preparing materials for restorative justice activities
• Communicate with victims, offenders, and community members to provide information and ensure participation in the restorative justice process
• Collaborate with law enforcement, legal and judicial professionals, community organizations, social services, and mental health providers to create a network of support for restorative justice participants
• Support outreach efforts, maintain resource materials, and assist in organizing training sessions or workshops for facilitators and volunteers

Role(s): Role-specific expectations for this job are outlined as follows.

• Team Member. All LCSNW team members are responsible for upholding and encouraging LCSNW values: compassion, integrity, interdependence, inclusion and stewardship; communicating openly and effectively; building collaborative relationships in balance with working independently; and strictly adhering to confidentiality and HIPAA standards.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 1 year of related experience in case management, social services or conflict resolution, ideally within a restorative justice or community-based program
• Lived experience that enhances relatability to clients being served is beneficial, though not required
• Associate’s in social work, criminal justice, psychology, conflict resolution or related field; substantial relevant experience will be considered in place of degree

• Core Facilitator training must be successfully completed within 6 months of hire, in the absence of a related degree

• Fluency in English andadditional language(s) as outlined in the job posting, both spoken and written
• Basic mastery of business applications and productivity suites
• Demonstrates resilience, awareness and self-regulation in navigating challenges, conflict and obstacles/barriers.
• Thrives in a diverse and multicultural environment; works with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies to enhance end-user experiences throughout the service lifecycle
• Demonstrates exceptional commitment to serving and advocating for diverse and marginalized populations
• Successfully completes tasks in a moderately noisy environment
• Interacts with others and performs tasks in-person and through the use of technology, with moderate periods of stationary activity and moderate periods of increased physical activity including and not limited to sitting, standing and walking
• Moves equipment/materials weighing up to 25 pounds
• Travels between worksites regularly
• Works in a variety of settings, including and not limited to LCSNW office locations, partner agency and community-based settings, client home/community settings, outdoor settings in varying weather conditions, and faith-based settings such as churches
• Meets LCSNW criminal background clearance requirements and other job-relevant clearances as required by the State or program

THE PERKS:  We offer a full benefits package with options for medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; employer-paid short and long-term disability, as well as life insurance.  Vacation includes up to 2 weeks in the first year.  Up to 2 weeks of Sick leave for you or to take care of your immediate family (based on hours worked). 12 Paid Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays each year.  A 403(b) Retirement plan, with employer matching after meeting eligibility requirements.  Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you. Staff potentially eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness program as a 501(c) 3 employer.

We thank all candidates in advance for their interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services Northwest team.  Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES NORTHWEST IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITTED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCY.