Restorative Justice Coord

Restorative Justice Coordinator - Job Code 505051

Description

Restorative justice is grounded in the worldview that fostering connection and belonging, addressing people's needs, and building their skills is more effective in creating a healthy and safe community rather than punitive measures. The Restorative Justice Coordinator reports to the school principal and works directly with students, staff, admin, families, and school stakeholders to facilitate restorative practices, build schoolwide systems and capacity for restorative justice, and advance the reach of restorative justice in the CPS community.

Main job function:

Cultivate a schoolwide culture of healing and safety through accountability, skill-building, and relationships.

Primary Responsibilities:

Required Training and Experience:

• A College Degree; Public Administration, Education or Human Services preferred.
• Previous experience in a school setting/or working with adolescents
• Two years of training and/or experience in restorative justice and circle practice
• Ability to work after school and weekend hours
• Four years of direct experience implementing conflict mediation (e.g. de-escalation, facilitating conversations to repair harm) and positive youth development in a school or community setting
• Four years of experience building relationships and collaborations with students, teachers, administration, parents, and/or community partners
• Ability to interface with students, families, teachers, school leaders, and classroom support staff to find creative solutions to challenging problems

• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program

• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance

• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Days
• Parental Leaves
• Short-Term Disability
• Religious Holidays
• Leaves