Trauma-Informed Youth Support Specialist

Lawrence Hall; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,957,000 - 66,234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

FSA

Pre-tax Commute

EAP

CEUs for licensed employees

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Lawrence Hall, a Chicago-based nonprofit, seeks a Juvenile Justice Specialist to support justice-involved youth through transportation, restorative justice programming, and social-emotional learning. You will coordinate with schools, courts, and community partners to help youth meet educational and personal goals.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, healing-centered approaches, with emphasis on documentation, flexible hours, and collaborative teamwork in a fully onsite setting at the 71st

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience supporting youth, families, or community-based programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to facilitate groups and engage youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license issued in Illinois, Indiana, or Wisconsin.
• No driving suspensions within the past three (3) years.
• No more than one moving violation within a twelve (12) month period.
• Ability to safely transport participants in personal or company vehicles without barriers.
• Access to a reliable personal vehicle for youth transportation.
• Valid auto insurance in your name with minimum liability limits of $25,000/$50,000/$20,000.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends as program needs require.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain documentation, manage multiple priorities, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• No history of child abuse or neglect.
• Ability to successfully pass required background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Transport youth safely to appointments, educational activities, court hearings, and community-based programs.
• Facilitate restorative justice, life skills, and social/emotional learning groups using trauma-informed and healing-centered approaches.
• Develop and monitor Individual Achievement Plans that support educational, employment, and personal development goals.
• Connect youth and families with community resources and coordinate referrals to ensure access to appropriate supports and services.
• Collaborate with schools, courts, service providers, and community partners to provide comprehensive wraparound services.
• Maintain timely and accurate program documentation, participant records, and compliance reporting requirements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Lawrence Hall, a Chicago-based nonprofit, seeks a Juvenile Justice Specialist to support justice-involved youth through transportation, restorative justice programming, and social-emotional learning. You will coordinate with schools, courts, and community partners to help youth meet educational and personal goals.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, healing-centered approaches, with emphasis on documentation, flexible hours, and collaborative teamwork in a fully onsite setting at the 71st