Youth and Education Coordinator

Position Summary: Responsible for all aspects of operation for the Restorative Practices Intervention school-based programs, including development of programming; curriculum approval; recruitment, direct supervision, and performance management of staff; facilitating trainings and meetings; and approving staff/site scheduling.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Provide coordination and support for Restorative Practices Intervention Specialists at various school sites within different school districts.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and expansion of restorative practice and educational programs in collaboration with the Program Manager and district leadership.
• Oversee and review Incentive and Support Services to ensure alignment with intervention plan goals.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor program delivery, quality assurance, and ethical standards; provide assistance in crisis interventions as needed.
• Collaborate with Program Manager to ensure program spending aligns with the approved budget before approval.
• Compile and submit required data to Program Manager and Data team, including monthly service units, demographics, and other evaluation metrics to facilitate program improvements.
• Represent the organization in meetings with county, district, and community partners, promoting services and advocating for program needs.
• Participate in outreach efforts and community presentations to promote Restorative Practices and educational programming.
• Ensure adherence to policies regarding professional ethics, boundaries, and confidentiality.
• And other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in the field of Human Services, Social Work, Counseling, or related field and/or equivalent years of workplace experience is required. Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in management and/or several years in a lead position providing case management, crisis response, restorative and trauma-informed practices in a school setting is required.
• Must complete a Live Scan Background Check.
• Experience in implementing and scaling up school-based programming and working within contract reporting requirements is preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish or other threshold languages is preferred.

Other Qualifications

• Demonstrate excellent communication, strong organizational skills, sense of focus, and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to direct work of others, and develop growth plans with direct reports.
• Knowledge of Evidence Based Practices (EBP) and innovations in Restorative Practices, educational interventions, and other interventions to keep programs competitive and cutting edge.
• Demonstrate initiative, flexibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to successfully work on a range of assignments and prioritize evolving tasks.
• Background Check Requirement: The successful candidate for this position will be required to pass or clear two background checks. The first background check will be conducted by Project Kinship as per our policies and procedures. The second background check will be conducted by Funders through our contracted vendors, after the candidate is hired with Project Kinship, in accordance with our contractual agreements. Failure to pass either of these background checks may result in the withdrawal of the job offer or termination of employment.
• Tuberculosis (TB) Clearance: The successful candidate for this position will be required to provide documentation of a clear TB (tuberculosis) test or shot, in compliance with Project Kinship's policy. Failure to provide proof of TB clearance may result in the withdrawal of the job offer or termination of employment.

Competencies

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for accuracy; able to read/interpret written information.

Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Language Skills -Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; climb stairs; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. Sits for extended periods of time at a computer work station or desk.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Requires work with the public. Job tasks are performed in close proximity to other people. Requires contact with others face to face, by telephone, and in the field. Required duties may be performed during evening and weekend hours and may be in an outdoor setting.

Project Kinship is committed to equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regards to any protected status in accordance with applicable law in regards to all aspects of employment practices.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed for this position and are not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. Project Kinship's management team reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $ $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person