Mediators make a difference!
Interested in becoming a mediator?
NEXT VOLUNTEER MEDIATOR TRAINING
Summer 2023
We will start training with Basic Mediation which teaches conflict resolution techniques and helps students develop listening skills. We conduct this training through classwork , as well as role playing. You will need to attend both classes
There is no charge for training.
An interview and an application with references and background check will be needed in advance of training.
Basic training is the first component of all four programs.
After completion, student may then choose program specific training which they are most interested in.
Upon completing program specific training, students participate in an apprenticeship with a experienced mediators for several mediations until both the student and the CMS staff feel comfortable with their skills.
Student are asked to commit to mediating for CMS for at least one year with a minimum of 1 mediation a month as cases are available.
Mediations take place at locations we partner with throughout the county and usually in the evenings for Access and Visitation Mediation to accommodate both parents and mediator schedules. Mediation take place by both vidoe conferencing and in-person. Attendance Mediations will take place during the school days at the student’s school
Call 865-463-6888 to register or email us at amyh@cms-tn.org Class size is limited so please contact us ASAP. to reserve your spot.
photo by Jay Kleeman
