Restorative Programs Associate, Bilingual

Triad Restorative Justice is looking for a compassionate and justice-oriented individual to provide administrative and program support to our Restorative Programs. Restorative Programs work with youth who are justice-involved through either the courts, schools, community or home. Applicants should have an ability to connect with youth and demonstrate a commitment to restorative justice values. This position will also provide Spanish language support and Hispanic/Latino representation in our programs.


HOURS AND SCHEDULE: 

• 40 hrs/week, full time, non-exempt
• $24/hour
• Hours to include Tuesday and/or Wednesday evenings, Saturdays
• Paid Holidays and PTO

​RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Intake Coordinator
  • Reaching out via mail and phone to families referred to our Restorative Programs
  • Scheduling and conducting intakes with families/youth in a timely manner
  • Determining appropriate program placement
  • Complete all necessary data collection and paperwork
  • Maintain intake reports in the Casebook data management software
  • Communicate intake information with the appropriate Program Coordinator
• Volunteer Coordinator
  • Assist with recruitment of potential volunteers
  • Screen volunteers and check references
  • Manage the onboarding and training of new volunteers
  • Manage volunteer communication and appreciation efforts
• Support Restorative Program Activities (RESTART and Impact Circles)
  • Connect with and develop trust-worthy relationships with the youth in the program 
  • Assist program coordinators 
  • Serve as program assistant with opportunities to facilitate for RESTART and/or Impact Circles as skills grow
  • Provide intake and/or Impact Circle services for school-site referrals
  • Help to coordinate logistics such as transportation and food
  • Help to coordinate new ideas and initiatives to further support our youth (possibilities such as enrichment, mentoring, parent outreach, etc.)
• Spanish Language Support
  • Translate organizational documents and materials into Spanish
  • Provide interpretation for conversations or meetings with Spanish-speaking families
  • Maintain communication with Spanish-speaking family/youth
  • Share insight with Triad RJ staff regarding appropriate engagement with Spanish-speaking families, youth and others
• Participate in professional development as recommended and provided by the Executive Director
• Other tasks as assigned by Executive Director 

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Fluent in English and Spanish (Latin American dialect)
• Associate’s Degree in a Human Services related field or a high school diploma with one year of human service experience
• Ability to connect with youth, especially in challenging circumstances
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• General computer knowledge 
• Demonstrated commitment to values of restorative justice, equity, inclusiveness, teamwork
• Ability to work with diverse groups of stakeholders with a high degree of professionalism, while maintaining confidentiality

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have reliable transportation
• Personal and professional references checked
• Criminal Background check
  • Applicants with a history of justice-involvement, please apply. We address any history on a case by case basis

TRJ staff are expected to demonstrate a commitment to the values of Restorative Justice and….

• Equity, Inclusiveness, and Teamwork
• Trauma-informed practice
• A determined belief in the strengths and possibilities of youth

TO APPLY: Email resume to Valerie Glass (valerie@triadrj.org) with name, relationship and contact information for 3 references. Questions can be directed to Valerie Glass through email or at 336-422-6450.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO