Youth Impact, Program Associate

The Center for Justice Innovation is seeking a Program Associate for its Youth Impact program. The Program Associate is responsible for peer-led restorative justice programming, including assisting with all aspects of youth impact operations, restorative circles, community service and community benefits projects.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree and preferably 1-2 years of related experience working in at risk communities or a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 5-6 years of relevant experience
• Must have the ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and solve problems creatively
• Must be a dynamic facilitator who feels comfortable working with youth
• Strong written skills are a must
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to be responsible for administrative tasks preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required
• Conversational Spanish skills preferred
• Professional and/or personal knowledge and familiarity of the Staten Island communities preferred
• Experience working with high school-aged youth is highly preferred
• Familiarity with restorative practices highly preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare with a national network
• Free basic dental coverage
• Vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA
• 403(b)- retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%
• Mental health care services like Talkspace and Ginger