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Current Openings
Opening for Attorney-Mediator (Independent Contractor) at Family Law Mediation Firm
Compensation: $100 per each paid client hour
Full role/job description available at www.peace-talks.com/employment
Location: Playa del Rey (just north of LAX)
To apply: Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to mediator@peace-talks.com. No telephone calls, please!
Peace Talks Mediation Services, Inc., creates peace in the world one family at a time providing constructive, forward-thinking and peaceful ending to family conflicts. Our unique multi-disciplinary approach teams lawyers, accountants and therapists as mediators to help families resolve conflicts and couples resolve divorce and custody issues in a sane, sensible and fair way at a reasonable cost.
We use a unique co-mediation model, teaming therapist-mediators with attorney-mediators in each mediation session.
We’re adding to our team of mediators and are looking for a true believer in the mediation process who’s excited to work collaboratively with the other mediators in our office to create this country’s premier mediation firm.
The ideal candidate is a California licensed attorney with at least 1 year of family law experience who has attended a basic 40-hour mediation training course. Prior mediation experience is helpful. This is an ideal position for a family law attorney who is in transition (e.g., leaving a larger firm to start a solo practice, desiring part time work, transitioning back into the workforce after an absence, etc.).
Our independent contractors are engaged on an as-needed basis at our office in Playa del Rey. Mediations are generally scheduled in 3-hour time blocks (e.g., $100 x 3 hours).
Initially we anticipate 1-4 mediations per week (3-12 hours of mediation time), mostly during the afternoons. Weekend and afternoon availability is very desirable.
Peace Talks will provide training in our mediation model. Because we’re specifically seeking seasoned professionals who are looking to round out their practices, we anticipate that you will work as an IC as your schedule permits. There is no minimum time commitment.
For more information: www.peace-talks.com/employment. There you can view the full job description, a more detailed version of this advertisement, and the non-disclosure and non-compete agreements which you will be required to sign if you work with us at Peace Talks.
Firm Profile
Peace Talks provides mediation services for all family conflicts: divorce, custody, cohabitation and LGBT dissolutions, premarital agreements, estate planning, estate administration and family business disputes.
Peace Talks builds peace in the world one family at a time providing constructive, forward-thinking and peaceful ending to family conflicts.
Our unique multi-disciplinary approach teams lawyers, accountants and therapists as mediators to help families resolve conflicts and couples resolve divorce and custody issues in a sane, sensible and fair way at a reasonable cost.
Peace Talks was founded in 2000 by Diana Mercer. Peace Talks is one of the country’s only full time, mediation-only law firms, and one of even fewer co-mediation practices.
Peace Talks is frequently featured in the press and is a 2006 recipient of the Make Mine a $Million Dollar Business Award from Count Me In, OPEN by American Express and Cisco Systems. www.makemineamillion.org
Diana Mercer, Principal
Diana Mercer, Esq. is an Attorney-Mediator and the founder of Peace Talks Mediation Services in Los Angeles, California (www.peace-talks.com). A veteran litigator, she now devotes her practice solely to mediation. Outgoing and down-to-earth, she makes clients and attorneys feel at ease in solving family and divorce disputes. She is the co-author of Your Divorce Advisor: A Lawyer and a Psychologist Guide You Through the Legal and Emotional Landscape of Divorce (Fireside 2001). She’s an Advanced Practitioner Member of the Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR) and is admitted to practice law in California, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and before the Supreme Court of the United States.
For more information about us: www.peace-talks.com and www.peace-talks.com/employment
Diana Mercer
Attorney-Mediator
Peace Talks Mediation Services
8055 W. Manchester Ave., Suite 201
Playa del Rey CA 90293
(310) 301-2100
e-mail: diana1159@aol.com
Superior Court of California
County of Sonoma
Invites Applications for the Position of
Family Mediator/Child Custody Evaluator
(Full-Time and Part-Time Positions)
Salary:
$32.36 - $39.33 (Hourly)
$67,536.00 - $82,092.00 (Annually)
POSITION:
Family Mediators and Child Custody Evaluators assist the Court and families in resolving child custody and visitation disputes. Both classifications require applicants to be knowledgeable of the developmental needs of children; the dynamics of divorce, domestic violence, drug abuse, and child abuse issues. Applicants should be skilled in mitigating conflict and interviewing clients from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, and also be able to maintain impartiality within the highly charged environment of custody litigation
The Family Mediator
Helps resolve custody and visitation disputes by working with parents to develop their own parenting plans thereby avoiding the need for a Court hearing. Recommendations regarding custody may also be provided to the Court. Clinical skills are used to defuse the anger between the parents and help them focus on the needs of their children. A written agreement or a written recommendation is prepared by the mediator on all cases. Mediators may also be called upon to testify in Court.
The Child Custody Evaluator
Assesses families and provides judicial officers with information that will assist them in making a custody decision in the best interest of the children. Recommendations regarding custody may also be provided to the Court. The evaluator travels to the parents' homes and interviews them and their children, makes observations and obtains collateral information. Evaluators present the information they have gathered to the judicial officers in a written report and/or by testifying in Court.
This position will also be responsible for a variety of other duties involving adoptions, termination of parental rights, minor marriages, guardianship investigations and mediation, and juvenile dependency/delinquency mediations.
Special Note: The candidate selected for this position will perform both family mediation and child custody evaluation functions. Hands-on training will be provided and tailored according to the needs of the individual. Further training will be provided by the Administrative Office of the Courts throughout the calendar year.
Minimum Qualifications
A Master's degree from an accredited college/university in social work, psychology, counseling, or other behavioral sciences related to family dynamics. Two years of full-time post-Master's work experience is also required.
OR
An advance degree from an accredited college/university in a field related to family law, such as a Juris Doctor (JD) or another related field. A minimum of two years experience in family law is required.
Additional Qualifications:
Required:
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to present findings, recommendations and discuss complex issues.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Valid California Driver's License and availability of a private vehicle for periodic use in the field.
• Experience working with multi-problem family dynamics.
Desired, but not required:
• State License as an LCSW, MFT, or Clinical Psychologist.
• Knowledge of California Family Law procedures as they pertain to the custody of children.
• Bi-lingual skills – Spanish Speaking.
Benefits:
Health Insurance: PPO & HMO Options, Dental Coverage, Family Vision
Salary Continuance, Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Thirteen paid holidays per year
Participation in 1937 Act Retirement System
Tuition Reimbursement
Deferred Compensation
Life Insurance
SELECTION PROCESS:
The selection process will consist of an application and supplemental questionnaire appraisal. Each application and supplemental questionnaire will be thoroughly evaluated for satisfaction of minimum qualifications and relevance of educational course work, training, experience, knowledge and abilities which relate to this position. Candidates possessing the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be invited to an interview.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE:
These questions are designed to assist you in presenting your qualifications for this position. Your answers should be as complete and specific as possible, preferably typewritten on 8 ½ x 11 paper, and submitted with your completed employment application. A resume may be submitted, but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application or supplemental questionnaire. Applications submitted without a completed supplemental Questionnaire will not be considered.
1. Consider your most significant experience when responding to questions 1a–1f. Use the format below when answering the questions.
a. Describe relevant experience in working with families and children.
b. Describe your experience in the areas of divorce, separation, and/or custody
issues.
c. Describe your relevant experience working with persons who have problems
with drugs, alcohol, child abuse and/or domestic violence.
d. Describe your experience in working with multi-cultural populations.
e. This position requires the candidate to assist parties involved in a custody
dispute proceeding to remain neutral. What measures will you take to ensure
that you will remain unbiased and neutral?
f. Describe a challenging family [law] situation that you recently faced. Describe how you were able to resolve the conflict. In the event the matter was not resolved, what would you have done differently?
2. COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: List Microsoft Office programs you are familiar with and/or any other computer knowledge, including your level of proficiency.
3. TRAINING: List any training relevant to the position in areas such as, mediation, divorce, custody, domestic violence, working with children and families, completed within the last five years.
Final Filing Date: March 21, 2008 (Please note: postmarks are not accepted.)
TO APPLY:
For more information, or to download an application, please go to our website: www.sonomasuperiorcourt.com, or call:
Human Resources
Superior Court of California, County of Sonoma
600 Administration Drive, Room 106-J
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Phone: (707521-6563, Fax: (707) 521-6750
The Superior Court of California County of Sonoma is an equal opportunity employer
If you live, work, or own property in Palo Alto and would like to help resolve disputes in your community, consider becoming a VOLUNTEER MEDIATOR with the Palo Alto Mediation Program.
The Mediation Program assists people in resolving disputes under terms they control, instead of going to court or doing nothing. The service is free to anyone who lives, works, does business, or owns property in Palo Alto. Our cases typically include disputes involving tenant/landlord, neighbor-to-neighbor, consumer, and workplace issues.
Mediators spend six to ten hours each month working on various aspects of the mediation process and are required to attend a program meeting on the third Thursday of each month.
Applications must be postmarked by April 18, 2008. For more information or to request an application, please contact: paloaltomediation.org or email pamediation@projsen.org
American Mortgage Modification needs two expert loss mitigation loan modification mediators immediately! You must be experienced in loss mitigation! We need someone with a proven track record of success when it comes to working with lenders! Short sale experience a complete plus! If you do not have experience please do not apply! This is not a sales position!
Hourly plus bonus!
Please contact Michael Tubbiola @ Michael@landmarkmsi.com or call the office @ 714-465-4800
Reply to: job-605195866@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-13, 3:26PM EDT
Part time to start with the option of full time by the end of 2008.
Good Negotiation skills. Like working with people. Great communication skills.
You will be working in the area of family law.
This is non binding mediation. Ability to settle disputes and conflict resolution management a plus. Please respond to this ad with you salary requirements.
Many of the hours would qualify for a work at home others would be at uptown Charlotte. This position has very flexible hours.
· Location: Greater Charlotte Area
· Compensation: Hourly plus bonus
· Telecommuting is ok.
· This is a part-time job.
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Date: 2008-02-07, 12:40PM HKT
innovative adr work group seeking mediation lawyer. work group shares encroachment and financial dispute assignments affecting $ 8M per month.
attorney's duties entail administrating Q & A mediation sessions, organizing extraneous research and hiring arbitration panels, along with local intervention expeditors. tasks involve supervising insurance industry liaisons, academic participants & other settlement brokers---in the presentation of electronically introduced proposals. responsibilities extend to auditing trust accounts, managing escrow funds and creating bank accounts addressing custodial assets which are the subjects of disputes being serviced by the adr work group.
compensation is .05% (1/2 of one percent) of the sums settled proficiently by the dispute intervention teams served by the respective participating adr expeditors. appreciation earned against the operation of securities, real estate and other incidental disputed holdings sold, or re-financed in connection with enactment of settlement provisions determine the majority of the compensation. required commitment is 3 to 4 hours per week; or 15 hours per month, under fixed, or alternating schedule. work flow is able to be conducted during late night, weekend/holiday and around the clock intervals. multiple lingual resources and other client sponsored perks associated with partnership participation in the work group(s). this is an exclusively podcast, interactive radio/cellular expedited work execution structure; IM, web cam job performance is obligatory.
enclose resume of candidate mediation attorney with all expressions of interest.
Mediator/Mediation Administrative Assistant Kansas Legal Services, a statewide non-profit organization seeks a mediator or mediation assistant to provide domestic mediation and/or a variety of support services for our Topeka office. Position requires solid computer and typing skills, excellent communication and customer service skills. Approval as a domestic mediator a big plus. Salary DOE. Send resume and cover letter to Randy Hershey at 712 S Kansas Ave. Suite #400, Topeka, KS 66603 or email to hersheyr@klsinc.org EOE and Affirmative Action Employer.
Mediator Min. Hiring Salary: $42,698 annual Requires: fluency in Spanish & English. Work at the Conciliation Court division of the AZ Superior Court in Pima County and provide professional level alternative dispute resolution services including custody and parenting time mediation, parenting coordination and parent education services. A master's degree in beh. science or closely related field AND 2yrs of exp. in couples, marriage, divorce or family counseling, OR a law degree with 2 yrs of exp practicing family law, collaborative law or divorce mediation and alternative dispute resolution strategies or equivalent. Preference may be given to applicants licensed by the AZ Board of Beh. Health Examiners, OR a member of the AZ Bar, or admitted to practice in the area of family law in another state. Open until filled, review of the applications has started. Submit a resume, a cover letter & the Court Employment Application. Contracts & Procurement Coordinator Min. Hiring Salary: $47,131 annual Evaluate Court requirements & determine optimum methods for procurement of varies products, goods, and svcs, incl. capital equipment. Accountable for all phases of proc. process. Requires: BA/BS degree in finance, business administration, marketing, or a related field AND 5yrs of prof. level experience in procurement, developing and administering contracts, or equivalent. Apply by 5:00 pm on 3/17/08 by submitting Court Employment Application & Supplemental Questionnaire, resume, and cover letter. Full postings & APPLICATIONS available at www.sc.pima.gov or at Superior Court HR, 110 W. Congress, 9th fl., Tucson, AZ 85701. Ph: (520) 740-4217; TDY: (520) 740-8887; fax: (520) 740-4253; e-mail: [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]. Resumes NOT ACCEPTED IN LIEU of application. Job hotline: (520) 243-2333. Successful candidates must undergo a full background investigation including criminal history. EOE
(0006126749-01 class 2703)
Counseling
The Superior Court of CA
County of Sonoma
is currently accepting
applications for a
Family Mediator/ Child Custody Evaluator,
$32.36 - 39.33 hourly,
Closing: 3/21/2008
(full-time & part-time positions). Please see: www.sonomasuperiorcourt.com for info.
Contracts and Procurement Coordinator
Finance Department
Minimum Hiring Salary: $47,131 annual
DESCRIPTION:
An incumbent in this position will evaluate Superior Court requirements and determine optimum methods for the procurement of a wide variety of products, goods, and services including capital equipment. The incumbent is also accountable for all phases of the procurement process, such as requests for quotations, establishing vendors, billings, and contract administration.
· ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Establishes relationships with vendors, contractors, other public entities (Administrative Office of the Court, State, City, County, etc.) and consultants in support of the procurement needs for Superior Court.
* Supervises a Resources and Purchasing Technician to include selection, training, counseling, performance evaluation, monitoring and directing the incumbent's procurement work activities.
* Analyzes market trends and compares products and services to determine the best conditions for purchase and delivery. Identifies opportunities and implements sourcing strategies.
* Advises court management and employees regarding the availability, advantages and costs of current and upcoming products and services, and assists in developing desired specifications, standards, contract terms, and conditions.
* Conducts the public bid process including solicitation, pre-bid meetings and bid opening. Coordinates the evaluation of all bids and proposals and prepares written notice of bid awards.
* Prepares contracts and agreements to establish procurement conditions and negotiates administrative contract terms. Prepares purchase requisitions, issues purchase orders and places product and service orders.
* Coordinates with legal counsel to ensure contractors and contract provisions comply with applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and Court policy.
* Monitors and tracks contracts, and intergovernmental agreements.
* Provides liaison with vendors, court employees and carriers in dealing with purchase disputes and problems such as tracing delayed or misplaced purchase orders and merchandise.
* Maintains appropriate confidentiality and security in the course of performing assigned duties.
* Provides contractual and procurement direction and consultation to other court jurisdictions such as Justice Courts, Juvenile Court and Clerk of Superior Court.
* Prepares a variety of formal correspondence on behalf of court management.
SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of education and experience as identified on application and supplemental questionnaire (25%), an assessment test and a written exercise (25%), and a panel interview (50%). The successful candidates will undergo a complete background investigation to include a criminal history check.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested individuals MUST SUBMIT COURT'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION, SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE, COVER LETTER, and a detailed RESUME to Superior Court HR, 110 W. Congress, 9th fl., Tucson, AZ 85701 by 5:00 pm on the Closing Date of Monday, March 17th, 2008. Applications are available at www.sc.pima.gov or at the address stated above. Phone (520) 740-4217; TDY (520) 740-8887; Job Hotline: (520) 243-2333; Fax: (520) 740-4253 ; E-mail: [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF THE APPLICATION.
The Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree with a major in finance, business administration, marketing, or a related field, and five years of professional level experience in procurement, developing and administering contracts OR any equivalent combination of experience, training and education approved by human resources.
Dependency/Delinquency Mediator
PURPOSE: Provides mediation and other alternative dispute resolution services in dependency and delinquency matters.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: (Complete job description at address below or email humanresources@pcjcc.pima.gov)
• Conducts mediation sessions for mediation referrals on dependency cases and demonstrates sensitivity to diverse family dynamics.
• Facilitates settlement conferences pursuant to Rule 53 B, Rules of Procedure for Juvenile Court.
• Conducts formal and informal Dispute Resolution Alternatives (DRA) sessions such as Family Group Conferencing/Family Conflict Resolution, negotiation and mediation sessions in delinquency matters.
• In dependency matters, works in close collaboration with attorneys, guardians ad litem, Child Protective Services (CPS) Case Managers and community or contracted treatment providers through avenues such as the Dependency Model Court Working Committee.
• In delinquency matters, works in close collaboration with, stakeholders and other interested parties.
• Performs case preparation for referred cases.
• Provides information to the Court, public, and other interested parties about the alternative dispute resolution process.
• Manages the Mediation calendar on Microsoft Outlook and the Juvenile On-Line Tracking System (JOLTS).
• Assists with the training of CPS staff, Juvenile Probation and Detention staff, court staff on mediation and related topics.
• Maintains data for mediation and DRA referrals and completed mediations and DRA sessions.
• Provides community awareness sessions on alternative dispute resolution programs through community outreach, education and training.
• Participates in court meetings to discuss court goals, progress and the development of programs to support court goals.
Skills / Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a behavioral/social science, law, or a related field and one year of mediation experience with the child welfare system, juvenile probation, court, or social services agency experience. OR; a bachelor’s degree in behavioral/social science, law, or a related field and three years of mediation experience, with the child welfare system, juvenile probation, court, or social services agency experience.
POSTED
3/6/2008
JOB STATUS
Full Time
PAY RATE
$42,698 to $49,103/year
PAY COMMENTS
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: The Court offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to include medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement and deferred compensation plans, paid vacation and sick leave, as well as other benefits.
Qualifications LMCis seeking an accomplished, seasoned professional to serve as its Executive Director. The ideal candidate is someone who brings experience in community mediation and the management of nonprofit operations. An understanding of the dynamics of conflict and the benefits of third party dispute resolution is important. The capability to develop innovative and effective programs to increase the use of community mediation and the availability of trained community mediators is highly desirable.
A successful track record of at least 5 years in nonprofit management positions, with evidence of increasing responsibility and the ability to make a strong commitment to the mission of a nonprofit organization is highly desirable. Experience in community mediation, and working collaboratively with other nonprofits, schools, municipal organizations, and private businesses is very desirable.
Other important qualifications include:
- An entrepreneurial, creative spirit and the ability to develop innovative solutions and initiatives.
- An extroverted, engaging way with people that enables one to work effectively and build relationships based on trust with the Board, volunteers, Executive Directors of nonprofit organizations, government officials, and other constituents is essential.
- A proven track record in an organization that is dependent upon volunteers for its service delivery and that has been recognized for becoming a successful community partner.
- Experience in coalition building that will facilitate the development of relationships with individuals and groups working in various capacities in conflict resolution in Lancaster County.
- Team-building skills that enable effective teams to be built across organizational boundaries and collaborative efforts to succeed.
A passion for mediation and its positive effect on individuals, families, neighborhoods, and communities.
- Exceptional public speaking capabilities and the ability to make a compelling case for mediation in many settings.
- The presence and maturity to enable effective interactions with volunteers, nonprofit Executive Directors, public officials, corporate CEO’s, and participants in community mediation.
- A management style that motivates and empowers employees and volunteers and emphasizes the development and maintenance of a high-performing culture in which communicating and working well across boundaries, developing trust, taking greater responsibility, and striving for high quality are well-integrated into the daily life of the organization.
- The ability to provide direction and make cogent proposals for action to a Board with members from many different backgrounds.
- The ability to cultivate potential Board members and work collaboratively with current Board members to successfully recruit them.
- The ability to discern what level of political support is needed on a particular issue.
- Demonstrated success in managing people and operations including the ability to delegate effectively, to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, maintain focus, and produce timely and high-quality results.
- Demonstrated success in leading a strategic planning process and implementing that plan.
- Prior responsibility for budget development and demonstrated success in managing within budget. Experience managing a budget with funding derived from multiple sources and entities. Demonstrated creativity in managing resources while producing high-quality results.
- The ability to identify and capitalize on new funding possibilities from grants and donations.
- A reputation for high ethical standards applied consistently and fairly in dealings with people at all levels inside and outside the organization.
· Excellent verbal, written, and listening skills.
· Well-developed personal information technology skills with the ability to operate effectively using technology as a means of accomplishing many tasks.
· A personality that embodies a high level of energy, flexibility, compassion, and the ability to have fun at work and to encourage others to have fun, as well.
Education Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Contact
Eric Warfel
President
Lancaster Mediation Center
225 W. King Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
717-293-7231 Fax 717-390-7783
Job Description:
Youth Cultural Exchange - Community Representative
Reply to: theworldsmiles@aol.com
Community Representatives Needed.
Part Time Work from Home, Get to know Youth From Around the World!
Outgoing, Assertive Field Representative needed to work with International Youth who are coming to spend an Academic Year or Semester with American Host Families in your area.
Earn supplemental income while having fun. Work from home, Set your own hours.
We offer competitive Independent Contracts and offer wonderful Incentive trips to exotic places. .
Interested candidates please send your resume to CharteirFTW@aol.com
We are seeking committed, energetic and flexible people who can communicate and mediate between the Student, Host Family, and School.
This is an opportunity to help build bridges of friendship around the world.
If you like meeting young adults from overseas, working with families and schools, have good organizational and networking skills, people and sales oriented then we would love to provide you more information on this wonderful opportunity.
Community Representatives should have the following key qualities:
Flexibility, motivation, dedication, warm heart, organized, integrity, commitment, mediator, teacher, involved in the community, interested in teens, good communication skills, and interested in global peace and understanding.
A Community Representative's Responsibilities:
Find and screen potential host families
Must have Internet access, email address and preferably a fax machine
Assist potential host families in completing the necessary paperwork and forms
Secure written permission for attendance from local schools and help enroll the student upon arrival
Provide orientations to all students and host families in your area
Meet with each student and host family at least once per month and complete reports indicating their program progress
Support all host families and students with any difficulties or emergencies they may face during the year and report all incidents to your Manager
HAVE FUN! Plan group activities, picnics, and gatherings for the students and host families in your area!
We ask you to always ask your self this question: "Would I be comfortable placing my own child in this home?"
Running a compliant program, working within CSIET and DOS Guidelines
Work with families and students to work through challenges they may have
Helping your student and family to learn and adjust to cultural differences
Represent our organization in a professional manner
We offer competitive wages
If you are interested in this position please contact Face The World Foundation at:
1-888-389-1212
or email theworldsmiles@aol.comOpening for Therapist-Mediator at Family Law Mediation Firm
Location: Playa del Rey, CA (just north of Los Angeles airport, LAX)
Compensation: $100 per paid client hour
Independent Contractor Position
Full Role Description available upon request
To apply: Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to diana1159@aol.com. No telephone calls, please!
Peace Talks Mediation Services, Inc., creates peace in the world one family at a time providing constructive, forward-thinking and peaceful ending to family conflicts. We operate in a unique co-mediation model, teaming therapist-mediators with attorney-mediators in each mediation session. We’re adding to our team of mediators and are looking for a true believer in the mediation process who’s excited to work collaboratively with the other mediators in our office to create this country’s premier mediation firm.
The ideal candidate will be a California licensed therapist (Ph.D., Psy.D., LMFT, LCSW) with at least 40 hours of mediation training (preferably family law mediation training), and parenting plan mediation experience. Expertise in child development and parenting plans is also important. Applications will also be considered from California pre-licensed therapists with substantial mediation experience. Co-mediation experience helpful but not required.
Basic computer skills are essential: e-mail, Microsoft Word, and ability to use and update your availability daily in our online calendar, www.airset.com (we will train). You must respond to requests to schedule mediations within 24 hours.
This position is for an independent contractor to be used on an as-needed basis at our office in Playa del Rey. Mediations are scheduled in 3-hour time blocks (e.g., $100 x 3 hours) although clients pay, and you are paid for, only the time that they use. You are required to arrive 30 minutes prior to a scheduled session and stay 30 minutes afterwards, neither of which are compensated.
Writing: Mediation summary letters are compensated at $100 per hour, with most taking 1-3 hours to prepare after mediation sessions. Generally, therapist mediators write 50% of our mediation summary letters (your co-mediation partner writes the other 50%). Training, templates and samples provided by Peace Talks.
If you are a mediator who can generate your own client referrals, your compensation increases substantially, but there is no obligation to generate your own referrals. Peace Talks provides the clients, administrative support, and facility. You provide the expertise and talent.
Your time will primarily be spent mediating while at our office in Playa del Rey. Mediations do not occur all day every day but we are busier all the time. Our office hours are 9am-6pm Monday – Friday with occasional Saturday and Sunday appointments. Weekend and evening availability is helpful.
This position is not for you if:
• You have not taken a 30 or 40 hour basic mediation class.
• You if you want to start your own mediation practice or if you want to mediate with other attorneys or mediators locally. Peace Talks is working on a franchise and licensing offering, and as a result you will be required to sign a non-disclosure and non-compete agreement. Review copies are available upon request.
• Peace Talks will also perform a background check, so if that makes you uncomfortable, this position isn’t for you.
• You are uncomfortable using e-mail and basic computer programs.
• You hate to write, even when templates and training are provided.
• You are a procrastinator and don’t check e-mail very often, or if you can’t write and return the mediation summary letters within 48 hours of the conclusion of the mediation session.
For those with an interest, projects could also include (voluntary, not mandatory):
• Public education programs for mediation in general and Peace Talks Mediation specifically, including giving talks to groups, RFP’s for professional organizations, writing articles, press releases, setting up public speaking engagements;
• Networking and professional function attendance;
• Research and solicit speaking and training engagements at universities, law schools and mediation training institutes.
Firm Profile
Peace Talks provides mediation services for all family conflicts: divorce, custody, cohabitation and LGBT dissolutions, premarital agreements, estate planning, estate administration and family business disputes.
Peace Talks builds peace in the world one family at a time providing constructive, forward-thinking and peaceful ending to family conflicts.
Our unique multi-disciplinary approach teams lawyers, accountants and therapists as mediators to help families resolve conflicts and couples resolve divorce and custody issues in a sane, sensible and fair way at a reasonable cost.
Peace Talks was founded in 2000 by Diana Mercer. Peace Talks is one of the country’s only full time, mediation-only law firms, and one of even fewer co-mediation practices.
Peace Talks is frequently featured in the press and is a 2006 recipient of the Make Mine a $Million Dollar Business Award from Count Me In, OPEN by American Express and Cisco Systems. www.makemineamillion.com
Our client, a large, worldwide law firm is seeking a qualified Conflict Resolution Supervisor. The ideal candidate will supervise and coordinate the activities of assigned Conflicts staff to ensure accurate and timely client/matter openings while protecting the Firm and its clients from adversity and risk. Candidate will also oversee business intake, conflict checking, tracking and routing of conflict reports to Risk Management, analyzing and resolving conflicts, and drafting waivers and Ethical Wall memos. A High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree in a related field such as records management, technology or secretarial school is preferred and 3-4 years of related conflicts experience including 1 year of supervisory experience; extensive and thorough knowledge of rules governing conflicts of interest. Please email resumes to lmustion@yorkson.com.
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Job Summary:
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* Successful completion of a Basic Mediation Skills curriculum or equivalent and a supervised apprenticeship in a mediation program which satisfies the minimum requirements of the Community Dispute Resolution program.
* Thorough knowledge of: Alternative dispute resolution principles and applications in community based, mediation programs; program and case management methods and techniques.
* Skill to: Conduct mediations and/or facilitate group problem solving sessions for individuals, neighbors, and organizations experiencing difficult and stressful circumstances
* Coordinate, train and supervise the work of volunteers
* Effectively organize work
* Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
* Assess and evaluate conflicts and determine appropriate courses of action
* Relate to a wide variety of people of diverse backgrounds, interests and values
* Operate computer software and other office equipment
* Prepare and deliver oral presentations before public groups
* Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the disputants, community agencies, co-workers, volunteers and the public
JOB DUTIES:
* Provides dispute resolution services and coordinates program volunteers, providing mediation and training services for an Agency mediation program
* Oversee and participate in intake, case assessment, and mediation sessions
* Assists in provided public relations outreach activities to promote dispute resolution services in the community
*** Application deadline is March 17, 2008 ***
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Gresham Office
19421 SE Stark Street
Gresham 97233
Please direct all mail to:
PO Box 2070
Gresham 97030
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Company:
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Administrative Office of the Courts
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Location:
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US-KY-Frankfort
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Base Pay:
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$25,812 /Year
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Employee Type:
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Full-Time Employee
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Industry:
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Legal
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Manages Others:
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no
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Job Type:
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Legal Admin
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Req'd Education:
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4 Year Degree
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Req'd Experience:
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1 to 2 years
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Req'd Travel:
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Up to 25%
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Relocation Covered:
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No
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Posted Date:
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2/14/2008
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Division:
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Human Resources
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Contact:
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Mary Bingham
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Phone:
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502-573-2350
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Fax:
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Not Available
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Ref ID:
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2452
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DESCRIPTION
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-RESPONSIBLE FOR MEDIATING ALL CASES REFERRED BY THE FAMILY COURT JUDGE
MUST HAVE 40 HOURS OF MEDIATION TRAINING
-1 YEAR RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE IN MEDIATION
-CASES WILL BE REFERRED FROM FAMILY COURT AND MEDIATIOR WILL BE PROCESSING
MEDIATIONS RELATED TO DOMESTIC RELATIONSHIP CASES
-SUBMIT REPORTING AS REQUIRED
-SOME IN-STATE TRAVEL
-OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
apply on line - http://courts.ky.gov.
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REQUIREMENTS
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-MUST HAVE 40 HOURS OF MEDIATION TRAINING
-1 YEAR RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE IN MEDIATION
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Volunteer Mediator
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Employment Status:
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Stipend
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Job Description:
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JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Volunteer Mediators (6 positions), Office of Labor Relations Terms: Positions are open to active or retired administrators and active or retired BTU bargaining unit members, as well as other BPS employee
· As a group, mediators will be highly representative of the racial and ethnic diversity of the school syste
· They must be acceptable to both the union and school departmen
· Appointments are voluntary, reviewed annually, and are terminable at the discretion of the Superintendent with or without caus
· A small stipend of $1500 will be availabl
· However, this stipend is subject to funding each yea
· Reports to: Mediator Steering Committe
· General Description and Goals: Six (6) volunteer positions have opened for Boston Public School employees both active or retired interested in becoming volunteer mediator
· As part of the collective bargaining agreement between the School Department and the Boston Teachers Union, we developed a mediation program designed to help resolve grievances at the lowest leve
· Consistent with our school-based management initiative, we agreed to use our own employees as building level mediators in order to assist the parties in reaching solutions to grievances and contract problem
· Responsibilities: Candidates' chosen will receive formal training in problem-solving mediation, and must be available to attend monthly meeting
· These mediators shall be available, in addition to their regular duties; to confer with school employees in contract related disputes on a confidential basis
· They shall seek to assist the parties in resolving such difficulties
· Mediators are called on to mediate building level Step 1 grievances and related issue
· Qualifications Required: Applicants should have demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, and an orientation toward collaborative problem solving
· Application Process: Please send resume to Virginia Tisei at vtisei@bosto
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· us or 26 Court Street, 3rd Floor, Boston, MA 02108.
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Location:
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Labor Relations:101086 - 26 Court Street Boston, 02108
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DWS Job #:
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8597584
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Job Title:
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MEDIATOR
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Salary:
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Location:
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DHRM, UT, 84114
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Description:
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Conducts investigations into allegations of a variety of inappropriate activities, rules infractions or illegal actions. ; ;Conducts fact finding conferences and conducts on-sight reviews. ; ;Subpoenas witnesses; administers oaths and takes affidavits; develops all needed legal documents. ; ;Delivers presentations, stand up training, or instruction to staff, management, clients, or the general public. ; ;Drafts litigation working documents; prepares documents consisting of concise decisions based upon facts of case interpretations of law and compliance with state and federal standards. ; ;Receives, researches and responds to incoming questions or complaints; provides information, explains policy and procedures, and/or facilitates a resolution. Step 45 ($ 17.04) to Step 49 ($19.01) Knowledge of or Skills/Ability to interviewing techniques; investigative techniques and processes; research methods, techniques, and/or sources of information; use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions; conduct a methodical examination; deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism; rules of evidence; applicable laws, rules, regulations and/or policies and procedures; formats for a variety of legal documents; legal processes and procedures; legal terminology; act as an intermediate agent to help to resolve differences, conflicts or complaints; speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally; perform legal research using case law and appropriate techniques; communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing; facilitate or lead hearings, meetings, teams, or work groups to encourage participation, build mutual trust, respect and cooperation among participants; speak before a group of people. F
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Open Date:
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01/18/2008
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Close Date:
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01/31/2008
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Education:
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High School Diploma
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Shifts:
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Day
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Terms:
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Full
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Days Off:
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Openings:
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1
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Work Schedule:
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Months of Experience:
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Lifting Requirement:
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Up to 20 lbs
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Driver License:
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None
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Endorsements:
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Benefits:
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Commission?
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No
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The average wage for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators is $16.96 per hour. The average wage shown here is from a yearly survey of Utah employers. While it is specific to this occupation, it is not specific to this employer or job opening.
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Pima County Juvenile Court Center
DESCRIPTION:
Provide professional level alternative dispute resolution services including custody and parenting time mediation, parenting coordination and parent education services to Conciliation Court clients and Pima County residents.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
·Coordinates and provides mediation to parents, grandparents and guardians, either in face-to-face sessions or telephonically, as referred by the courts and prepares written legal custody and parenting time agreements.
·Coordinates and provides parenting coordination services to families as referred by the Court and prepares written summaries and reports.
·Conducts screenings and clinical interviews to gather information
·Reviews psychological reports, legal, school, civil, counseling and law enforcement records and prepares reports summarizing findings.
·Observes and evaluates social interplay between members of the family, makes assessments of home environments and family dynamics and prepares recommendations and reports to the court.
·Initiates appropriate referrals to community resources and social service agencies.
·Reviews psychological reports, legal, school, civil, and community records as needed in the mediation and/or parenting coordinator process.
·Conducts interviews with children, as needed, to elicit information regarding children wishes, concerns, or needs.
·Facilitates and conducts mandatory parent education groups to divorcing and never-married parents.
·Delivers educational presentations to parents, schools, agencies, community groups and conferences on topics related to marriage, divorce, and child custody issues.
·Evaluates client services through development and implementation of surveys, questionnaires, and other appropriate research tools.
·Maintains records and prepares reports.
Skills / Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in behavioral science or social science field, or a closely related field and two years of direct service experience in couples, marriage, divorce or family counseling, OR a law degree with two years of experience in the field of family law, collaborative law or divorce mediation and alternative dispute resolution strategies OR any equivalent amount of experience, training, and/or education approved by human resources.
Preference may be given to individuals who are licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, OR a member of the Arizona Bar, OR admitted to practice in the area of family law in another state.
Important Notes Note: Requires bilingual skills in Spanish & English
POSTED
2/21/2008
JOB STATUS
Full Time
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(520) 740-2000-Phone
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(520) 740-2070 fax
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PAY RATE
from $42,698/year
Job Ref #: 8759A
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Juvenile Court Services
Victim Services Specialist - mediator
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTES: Provides mediation and advocacy services to victims of juvenile crime, for the youth-related Victim Impact Program. Inform victims of their rights, explain the criminal court process, and complete Victim Impact Statements.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Contacts victims of juvenile crime, explains Victim Program services to victims, assesses victim’s needs, prepares related reports;
• Mediates sessions between victims and juvenile offenders;
• Monitors mediation agreements;
• Schedules and moderates victim panels;
• Informs victims of case statuses and provides support;
• Prepares and/or reviews reports and documents associated with mediation cases;
• Prepares mediated agreements to be signed by victims and juvenile offenders and submits such to the court for approval;
• Completes and submits status reports to presiding judges on or before established due dates;
• Supervises the work of and serves as a mentor to interns;
• Presents or assists in presenting educational materials to community agencies regarding mediation and related issues;
• Establishes functional relationships with victims and their families;
• Maintains communication with victims of juvenile crime, probation officers, and other parties, and keeps informed of case statuses;
• Reviews police reports, gathers victim-related information, and establishes restitution amounts owed to victims;
• Notifies crime victims concerning the results and outcomes of contracts, verdicts, and sentencing;
• Maintains harmonious and cooperative relationships with co-workers, and public;
• Performs other duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Service or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• At least two years of experience in mediation or a related field preferred;
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