Job opening at Lawrence Hall

See below the job posting that we have just received from Lawrence Hall.  We are also posting on our website, in the blog section. 

BALANCED AND RESTORATIVE JUSTICE COORDINATOR

LAWRENCE HALL YOUTH SERVICES, CHICAGO IL

Lawrence Hall Youth Services is a reputable, first-rate child welfare agency that has been providing services to at-risk children and their families for over 145 years!  We provide care through residential treatment, education, foster care and older adolescent programs.  The Balanced and Restorative Justice (BARJ) Coordinator assists in coordination, planning, implementation, and facilitation of various BARJ programming including but not limited to Peer Conference, Peace Circles, Accountability Council, and Youth Advisory Committee.  Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

Great benefits package including medical and dental, 401k employer match, employer paid life insurance, excellent staff development and training program offering CEU’s.        

Position requirements:

·         At least 21 years of age

·         Bachelor’s Degree

·         Prior knowledge and/or experience with BARJ philosophy required

·         Knowledge of word processing and basic computer functions; intermediate to advanced level of computer skills required

·         Maintenance of a valid Illinois driver's license with no suspensions in effect in the previous three (3) years prior to hire

·         Ability to pass background clearance and drug screening

·         Ability to work effectively with clients/staff of diverse cultural, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds

·         Ability to utilize verbal and physical intervention.  Physical intervention requires the ability to kneel and return to standing without assistance

·         Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing

Please respond by sending resume to bwilbarger@lawrencehall.org  or fax to 773-769-6467.

No phone calls please!