There is great diversity in the field of family mediation today. The co-presence of a variety of family mediation models presents practicing family mediators with the choice of using one model - the one they were trained to use - or use contributions from more than one model. This webinar is designed to help practicing family mediators ground their choice in a comparison and evaluation of the following four influential models of mediation: INTEREST BASED, TRANSFORMATIVE, THERAPEUTIC, and INSIGHT. Dr. Ellis will provide an overview of each of these models, focusing on the “Heart of each Model” and “Noteworthy Concerns of the Model”.
Part-Time Contract Position Available - Project Manager
Family Mediation Canada (FMC) is inviting applications for a part-time contract position for Project Manager.
Nature of the Position:
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing national family mediation organization. FMC is committed to providing services and supports to family mediators who, in turn, support and enhance the lives of those Canadians who require our services and supports when going through life transitions and family restructuring. The successful candidate will report directly to the Executive Committee through the Chair of the Government Relations Committee.
Detailed Responsibilities:
Supporting the growth of existing projects and the work of FMC Board committees
Assisting the President to carry out FMC business as delegated
Research, outreach, networking and establishing relationships with representatives of Federal, Provincial and Territorial authorities
Research, outreach, networking and establishing relationships with members of Indigenous organizations across Canada who are interested in family and child welfare mediation
Developing/updating/drafting communication tools and presentations to support FMC’s vision, mission and objectives
Building relationships with each of the provinces and territories, ascertaining their needs and interests relative to mediation services
Researching, identifying, procuring, and soliciting grants and proposal writing to possible funders within the public and private sectors
Other duties as agreed.
Working Environment:
This is an FMC contract position reporting to the Chair of the Government Relations Committee
The Project Manager will work a minimum of 10 to 15 hours per week with the possibility of increased hours depending on the success of the position
The successful candidate may work from their home or office, anywhere in Canada
The successful candidate will be available by both phone and email and be prepared to maintain regular contact, responding to inquiries within two business days or sooner.
Qualifications:
University degree
Project management and program management experience
Demonstrated ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and comfort with social media and computer technologies
Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated strong collaboration and facilitation skills
Experience as a Certified Family Mediator or a mediator generally would be considered an asset
Knowledge and experience in the practices and principles of mentoring and training would be an asset.
Application Process:
Please submit a letter addressing the qualifications listed, along with a current resume with contact information, a summary of relevant knowledge and work experience. Please include the names and contact information for two references.
Remuneration to be paid at an hourly rate that will be agreed upon commensurate with the applicant’s skills and experiences (range of $50 to $75 per hour).
Applications will be received no later than 4:00 pm (PST) on Friday, May 20, 2022.
Please send applications by email to admin@fmc.ca. Applications will be acknowledged upon receipt; it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure delivery.
Family Mediation Canada is also inviting applications for the contract position of Assessor: Child Protection Mediation.
Applicants must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. (PST) on May 31, 2022.
Applications must be sent by email to admin@fmc.ca, attention Chair, Child Protection Mediation Committee.
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