26-27 Mediation Specialist - Chestertown, MD

26-27 Mediation Specialist - Chestertown, MD Community Mediation Upper Shore, Inc. (CMUS) is committed to working together for sustainable peace and resilience in our community, where all will have the strategies, skills, and support to resolve conflict. In 2000, the Honorable Chief Judge Bell of the MD Court of Appeals established the Maryland Mediation and Conflict Resolution Office (MACRO) to help advance alternative dispute resolution programs throughout Maryland. In 2002, community leaders worked with MACRO to establish a non‑profit mediation center to serve five counties on the Eastern Shore, then known as Chester Valley Community Mediation Service (CVCMS). The effort was so successful that CVCMS divided its territory into two mediation centers. In 2006, CVCMS became Community Mediation Upper Shore (CMUS) to reflect the service area. As of 2019, CMUS serves Kent and Queen Anne's counties. There are now four mediation centers across nine counties on the Eastern Shore, all providing mediation services free of charge. Member Duties Mediate cases for community members, families, neighborhoods, community organizations, schools, businesses, and local agencies throughout Kent and Queen Anne's counties. Coordinate all aspects of case management with a focus on intake and mediation coordination. Program Benefits Health Coverage, Mileage reimbursement, Living Allowance, Childcare assistance if eligible, Training, Education award upon successful completion of service. Terms Permits working at another job during off hours, Permits attendance at school during off hours, Car recommended. Service Areas Community Outreach, Children/Youth, Community and Economic Development. Skills General Skills, Community Organization, Computers/Technology, Public Speaking, Youth Development, Willingness to learn, Communications, Team Work. #J-18808-Ljbffr