January 3rd – March 31st, 2010

Language: English Salary:

$180-$230 per day.

Location: Kingston, Ontario

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Executive Director, the incumbent will be responsible for co-training 

RESPONSIBILITIES

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Helping to deliver ongoing Peacebuilder training as per the project work plan. Training including mentorship and coaching of inmates. Help deliver awareness sessions for corrections staff

QUALIFICATIONS

The incumbent will have some familiarity with YOUCAN’s work as well as restorative justice approaches and methods. This person will also be able to work well independently, in a fast- paced environment. Specifically, the incumbent will have:

• Experience as a trainer of related content, preferably in a prison context • Relevant experience in the social services sector area preferably related to work in

prisons, conflict resolution training and mentoring • Strong interpersonal and group facilitation skills • Strong presenter and communicator

• Strong networking & relationship-building skills: must have the ability to work cooperatively with staff, volunteers and associated non-profit or publicly funded groups, agencies and organizations

• Knowledge of conflict resolution and mentoring theory, principles and practices • Strong organizational skills • Outstanding listening skills • Creative problem-solving ability

• A strong interest in restorative justice and youth issues • The ability to contribute to a collegial, respectful and supportive office environment• Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Knowledge of standard office procedures and Apple computer skills are required • Ability to relate and work with staff, volunteers and inmates • Ability to work under pressure • Excellent time management and task prioritizing skills • Flexibility is essential to this position • Fluency in another language is an asset.

This position requires a great deal of flexibility. A preference will be given to candidates that have experience with social service agencies and

community groups. YOUCAN is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Interested parties may submit their resumes with a covering letter, quoting Co_Trainer, Prison Training Initiatives