Adult Restorative Justice Conferencing (ARJC) brings people together to address the harm caused by crime. It is a voluntary process and can promote healing to those most affected by crime.The Convenor facilitates a restorative justice conferencing process between the person who has been harmed (the victim) and the person who is responsible for the harm (the alleged offender). Support people also participate. The role includes initially contacting potential participants, assessing suitability for the conference to proceed, preparing participants to participate and running the conference. Case management, accurate record keeping and stakeholder engagement to promote referrals are also key elements of the role.Your Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver high quality Restorative Justice services, including the conducting of interviews and restorative justice conferences, pursuant to the Dispute Resolution Centres Act 1990 and the policies and procedures of the Dispute Resolution Branch.Work in a highly confidential and sensitive organisational environment, including providing consistent and impartial advice to persons participating in ARJC.Manage an individual case load under limited supervision.Exercise judgement regarding the assessment of suitability to progress matters to conference.Work collaboratively with the ARJC team to build and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders, including police, courts and solicitors.Present public relations and community education programs to relevant government and non-government agencies about ARJC and the DRB.Liaise and cooperate with staff across the DRB statewide to promote and achieve business outcomes.Participate in staff meetings, special purpose working parties and business planning as required.Technical Skills, Abilities And Cultural CapabilityExperience in restorative justice, the justice system or conflict resolution is highly desirable.National Mediation Accreditation under the National Mediation Accreditation Standards is highly desirable, or the ability to acquire this qualification with the support of the DRB.Demonstrated interpersonal skills, and ability to engage meaningfully with individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences including First Nations peoples.Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage multiple cases at a time and perform associated administrative tasks including record keeping and working with various databases and digital platforms.Demonstrated awareness of women's safety, trauma informed practice, and sensitivity to domestic violence concerns.Ability to work autonomously and to proactively engage with the community to promote services.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Occupational group: Administration
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