Restorative Practices Coordinator

About Us:

The mission of New York Edge is to help bridge the opportunity gap among students in underinvested communities by providing programs designed to improve academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills for success in life.

Summary:

New York Edge seeks a highly organized, detailed and responsible individual to fill the role of Restorative Practices Coordinator. In this part time position you will be responsible for promoting and actively engaging in restorative intervention practices throughout the school day that will help students more effectively manage challenges that may negatively impact their academic, social, and emotional success. In addition to supporting the daily needs of students, you will also play a key role in creating a positive school environment through fostering positive relationships between students, parents, school staff and community members. This role reports directly to the Community School Director.

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

Requirements:

• 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

Qualifications:

• 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