Summary:
Pay:
Essential Job Functions:
- Facilitates group discussions and restorative circles that support the positive social, emotional, and mental health of students, staff and families
- Participates in professional development opportunities; including Restorative Practices, crisis management, de-escalation strategies and other topics that support the positive social, emotional and mental health of students, staff and families
- Works closely with various school teams to expand Restorative Practices to ensure that all stakeholders feel welcome and heard in the school community
- Works closely with various school teams to identify students’ needs, target interventions, and track and monitor the impact of those supports
- Supports students with social, emotional or behavior challenges and assists them in developing effective social skills
- Promotes positive character development in all youth
- Leads professional development and/or coaching for teachers, staff and/or parents on Restorative Practices
- Assists in the implementation of programs and initiatives that explore themes of confidence, respect, diversity, communication, positive relationships and other topics that promote the well-being of all members of the school community
- Builds strong trusting relationships with students, families and staff to ensure all stakeholders feel safe in a supported environment
- Supports the Community School Director with data collection, assessment, evaluation, planning
- Guides students through stress and conflict by facilitating peer mediation sessions including goal setting
- Communicates with parents and families
- Supports with the planning and execution of various events
- Creates and maintains records, reports and presentations
- Other duties as assigned
- Familiarity and experience with wellness models such as Restorative Practices, Mindfulness, Trauma-Informed Care, Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- Familiarity and experience with conflict mediation and crisis intervention skills
- Thorough understanding of child development and behavior
- Ability to develop trusting relationships with students, families and staff.
- Ability to handle fast-paced environments and embrace change with flexibility
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with colleagues, parents, students, and the community
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
- Facilitating group conversations with students, parents and staff
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Education, Psychology or a related field
- At least two (2) years of experience working with youth in an urban environment; preferably within a school setting
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
- Strong cultural competence and emotional intelligence