Youth Restorative Practices Specialist — Healing & Equity

Trinity Boston Connects, Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% healthcare premium coverage

up to 9% 403(b) employer contribution

3 weeks paid vacation

Job summary

Trinity Boston Connects, Inc. seeks a Restorative Practices Facilitator to lead restorative and conflict resolution activities across youth programs. You will support relationships with students, schools, and partner organizations, guiding interns and promoting a culture of care, resilience, and connection.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed practice, racial equity, and engagement with diverse youth and adults. Evening and some weekend events may be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in youth programs and/or education.
• Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred.
• Track record of facilitating restorative practices with measurable outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal, management, written, and verbal communication skills; able to engage diverse youth and adult audiences.
• High digital literacy across tools and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate Circle Keepers classes.
• Build trusting relationships with students and model restorative communication.
• Work alongside 1 to 2 interns to support class facilitation and student engagement.
• Train students to lead circles and host visitors (classroom observations, funders, partners).
• Take detailed notes on student participation, observations, and concerns.
• Administer occasional student surveys.
• Track attendance and report it to the Restorative Practices team.
• Attend weekly team meetings at the TBC Back Bay office.
• Participate in debriefs, skill-building, and curriculum planning.
• Share observations and student feedback to inform program adjustments.

Skills

Youth programs

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Trauma-informed practice

Social justice advocacy

Job description

Trinity Boston Connects, Inc. seeks a Restorative Practices Facilitator to lead restorative and conflict resolution activities across youth programs. You will support relationships with students, schools, and partner organizations, guiding interns and promoting a culture of care, resilience, and connection.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed practice, racial equity, and engagement with diverse youth and adults. Evening and some weekend events may be required.