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Become a JDMP Mediator

Make a meaningful impact on children and families while doing flexible, well-compensated work.

Why Mediate with JDMP?

JDMP mediation is for experienced professionals who want to use their skills to help families during some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

As a JDMP mediator, you will:

  • Facilitate child-focused conversations in dependency cases
  • Help families communicate, explore options, and reach agreements
  • Support trauma informed, collaborative problem solving
  • Witness moments where conflict turns into cooperation and progress

This role is especially well suited for individuals who are empathetic and comfortable navigating high-emotion conversations.

Flexible Work with Competitive Compensation

JDMP is designed to work alongside full-time employment or retirement.

  • Mediators are paid independent contractors through the Supreme Court of Nevada
  • Base compensation is 700 dollars per mediation
  • The average time commitment is approximately five hours per case
  • There is no minimum monthly or annual caseload
  • Mediators choose how many cases they accept

JDMP currently has a particular need for mediators in Washoe County and in rural Nevada, including Nye and Esmeralda Counties. Mediations may be conducted virtually or in person depending on the judicial district.

Training and Certification

You do not need to be a certified mediator to apply.

JDMP provides a 40-hour mediation training as part of the onboarding process. Everyone who completes the training receives mediator certification, even if they are not ultimately selected for the JDMP mediator panel.

Prior experience in mediation, alternative dispute resolution, child welfare, or dependency court is strongly preferred.

Who We Are Looking For

JDMP is seeking experienced professionals with backgrounds that may include:

  • Dependency or child welfare systems
  • Mediation or alternative dispute resolution
  • Law, social work, behavioral health, or related fields

Key skills and qualities include strong listening and communication skills, collaborative and creative problem solving, and trauma informed practice.

How to Apply

Submit the following materials:

  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • A short statement explaining why you are a good fit for JDMP

Email application materials to JDMP Administrator Jae Barrick at jdmpnevada@gmail.com.

If selected, you will be invited to attend a five day mediation training in Carson City. Final selections for the JDMP mediator panel are made after the training.

2026 application period closes January 30, 2026.