What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Mediator position at We Oppose Violence Everywhere Now. Inc?
A Youth Mediator is primarily responsible for facilitating dialogue and mediation between individuals impacted by harm, including victims, offenders, and their support systems. By utilizing restorative justice practices within various settings like schools, a youth mediator promotes accountability, repairs relationships, and restores community harmony.
All new employees undergo a 90-day probationary period. Background checks and fingerprinting are also necessary for employment in schools.
Responsibilities
- Implementing Restorative Practices
- Mediation and Peer Mediation
- Facilitation of Restorative Circles
- Student Advocacies
- Community Engagement
- Training and Education
- Documentation and Reporting
Preferred Skills
- Bilingual Spanish or Haitian Creole
- Minimum 2 years or Restorative Justice, Education/School Counseling/Mental Health or related field
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Case Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Restorative Practices
Compensation and Benefits:
- Starting Salary of 55k ( commensurate with experience)
- The employer fully compensates medical/ dental benefits
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Raises and Bonuses
- Inspirational Job Environment
- Make a difference in young scholar's lives
Salary : $55,000