Restorative Justice Facilitation Coordinator (Multilingual)

Lutheran Community Services Northwest•Portland, OR

12h•$21 - $31

About The Position

The Restorative Justice Facilitation Coordinator promotes healing, accountability, and justice through restorative practices, helping foster inclusive and compassionate communities, build collaborative partnerships, and advocate for systemic change. The role coordinates restorative justice services through intake and case coordination, and conducts restorative justice interventions for less complex cases under the guidance of Restorative Justice Facilitators and management. This is a 25-hour-per-week position with a flexible schedule. Work is primarily Monday through Friday, with some Saturday availability required. Because the program serves youth and families, work is often scheduled after school, in early evenings, and occasionally on Saturday mornings or afternoons. Staff may adjust schedules while maintaining effective case management, client engagement, and program responsiveness. The coordinator conducts intake and assesses case readiness and suitability, organizes case files, schedules restorative justice circles and meetings, prepares participants, and supports cases through completion. The role also involves confidential recordkeeping, communication and coordination with participants and community partners, outreach, resource maintenance, and support for training and workshops. Work takes place in varied settings, including offices, partner organizations, community locations, client homes, outdoor environments, and faith-based facilities. Regular travel between worksites is required.

Requirements

At least 1 year of related experience; knowledge of case management, social services, conflict resolution, or restorative justice is required.
Associate’s degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology, conflict resolution, or a related field; substantial relevant experience may be considered in place of a degree.
Successfully complete Core Facilitator training within 6 months of hire if lacking a related degree.
Communicate effectively in English and the additional language(s) required by the job posting, verbally and in writing.
Basic proficiency with workplace technology and digital tools, including computers, email, calendars, and common applications.
Respond professionally and constructively to challenges, conflict, and changing circumstances while maintaining appropriate workplace conduct and sound judgment.
Work effectively in a complex organizational environment and adapt to different needs, perspectives, priorities, and circumstances.
Perform duties in environments with varying noise levels and with intermittent stationary activity and frequent physical activity, including sitting, standing, walking, keyboard use, navigating varied community locations, and carrying supplies.
Lift, carry, push, or pull materials or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Meet applicable background screening and clearance requirements.

Responsibilities

Conduct case intake, gather relevant information, assess readiness and suitability using established standards, and organize case files.
Schedule and coordinate restorative justice circles, conferences, and meetings, ensuring participants understand responsibilities, preparation needs, and logistics.
Under the guidance of Restorative Justice Facilitators and management, facilitate restorative justice processes for less complex cases from intake through completion; follow established intervention and safety protocols and escalate complex or higher-risk cases.
Track case progress, complete timely follow-up and closure, and maintain accurate, confidential case records and materials.
Communicate with participants and collaborate with law enforcement, legal and judicial professionals, community organizations, social services, and mental health providers to support participation and coordinated services.
Support outreach, maintain resource materials, and assist with training sessions or workshops for facilitators and volunteers.
Travel regularly between worksites and serve clients in varied community settings.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits.
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance coverage at no cost to the employee.
Up to 2 weeks of vacation in the first year, based on hours worked.
Up to 2 weeks of sick leave, based on hours worked.
12 paid agency-recognized holidays.
2 floating holidays.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching, subject to eligibility.
Access to an Employee Assistance Program for the employee and family.
Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through the employer’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit status.