Restorative Practices Specialist (Youth Development) in Boston, Massachusetts at Trinity Boston Connects

Status: Non-exempt, full-time (40 hours/week), hybrid
Reports to: Restorative Practices Manager
Salary: $54,000 per year
Benefits: 100% healthcare premium coverage; up to 9% 403(b) employer contribution; 3 weeks paid vacation

Join Trinity Boston Connects (TBC)

Trinity Boston Connects (TBC) is a social justice nonprofit focused on healing the impact of systemic racism on youth of color and creating a more equitable Boston for youth to thrive. TBC integrates Trauma-Informed Care, Restorative Justice, and Racial Equity across three programs: Sole Train (after school), Trinity Education for Excellence Program (TEEP) (out of school), and Circle Keepers (during school). We are looking for someone who is service-oriented, has a growth mindset, and can default to gratitude.

About the Role

You will facilitate and teach restorative and conflict resolution practices across the Youth Development & Leadership (YDL) pathway at schools and partner organizations, and support TBC's school and organization relationships. The role draws on therapeutic and mental health best practices, including group-based and peer-to-peer support models. The work includes leading circles across TBC's programs, managing interns, and supporting a culture of care, resilience, and connection. Ideal candidates are grounded in racial equity and trauma-informed practice, with a deep belief in the healing power of community.

This role is ideal for someone who is energetic, organized, self-sufficient, and enjoys working with youth. You do not need to be an expert on youth or restorative justice, but you must have a learner mindset, be comfortable with feedback, and believe that relationships are levers for this work.

Responsibilities

Direct service

• 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)

Data tracking and documentation

• Take detailed notes on student participation, observations, and concerns
• Administer occasional student surveys
• Track attendance and report it to the Restorative Practices team

Learning and development

• 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

• Required: 2+ years of experience in youth programs and/or education
• Preferred, not required: LMHC, LCSW, or LICSW, and/or authorized to practice independently
• 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
• Skilled at prioritizing under pressure and managing multiple projects
• Deep commitment to social justice and comfort discussing systemic racism
• High digital literacy across tools and platforms
• Independent, resourceful, collaborative work style
• Able to work occasional evenings and some weekends for events

TBC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a culturally diverse team, and we strongly encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds.