Interested in a year of service with a well-regarded nonprofit serving the Greater Boston
area? Want to become a trained mediator, teach conflict skills to local youth, and learn
about case and volunteer management? Join us!
What is the Community Dispute Settlement Center?
The Community Dispute Settlement Center is a community mediation center in Cambridge,
MA that offers free and low cost mediation services and training to Greater Boston
residents. Mediation is a voluntary, confidential, and party-driven alternative dispute
resolution process. CDSC’s roster of trained, neutral volunteer mediators facilitate
discussions that assist people in a dispute in reaching their own resolutions to their
conflict. Through mediation and conflict skills training, CDSC provides our communities
with tools to resolve conflict through peaceful means. Our AmeriCorps member will
support growing youth programs, which include peer mediation programs at local middle
and high schools, restorative justice practices, conflict skills training, and juvenile court
mediation. Some time will be spent providing intake and case coordination support to our
Case Coordinator.
What is the Community Mediation Corps?
CDSC’s AmeriCorps member will serve in the Community Mediation Corps, a National
Direct Service program with members across several states. Members receive over 75
hours of free mediation training, a modest living allowance, comprehensive health
insurance, ongoing mentorship, and a Segal Education Award upon completion of an 11-
month service year. Learn more about AmeriCorps and its benefits here.
Does this describe you?
Good communication skills, hardworking, willing to learn new skills, and committed to
supporting the CDSC team. Familiarity with Google and Microsoft platforms expected.
Experience working with teens a plus. Proficiency in languages in addition to English a plus.
Sense of humor always welcome. Service begins in mid-August 2025.
To apply:
Visit https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=121776