Youth Counselor – Restorative Justice Program

Briarpatch Youth Services has an exciting job opportunity for a skilled professional. The agency is a dynamic non-profit community organization that has served Dane County since 1971. Briarpatch provides a broad array of services to more than 2,000 youth annually who have runaway, are experiencing homelessness, are justice involved, or facing other challenges.

This is a full-time 40 hours per week position. Work hours will vary depending on program need, with most required hours being in the afternoon and evening. A small amount of weekend time each month is required.

Full-Time

Exempt

Starting pay $21.00 per hour – dependent on professional experience, bilingual abilities, and education level.

2720 Rimrock Road, Fitchburg, WI 53713

February 23, 2024

The individual in this position will provide support to the Restorative Justice Program through the facilitation of restorative justice circles and groups. This youth counselor will also work to connect youth and families to helpful resources and support at Briarpatch and in the community.

• Provide support for municipal & restorative justice programs
• Co-facilitate circle sessions in Madison, Sun Prairie & Cottage Grove
• Facilitate restorative justice groups and trainings in various community and systems settings
• Support youth and families in connecting to voluntary services at Briarpatch.
• Support the recruitment and supervision of Youth Peer Circle Keepers.
• Maintain up to date case files on all assigned cases.
• Maintain contact with families and community supports.
• Attend monthly restorative justice meetings with community partners.
• Provide on-going program support duties as assigned.

• A Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent of two (2) years full-time experience supporting youth is preferred. Degrees that are applicable include youth justice, social work, psychology etc.
• Individuals with lived experiences regarding restorative justice principles, and knowledge of youth justice system involvement are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Experience and familiarity with Dane County youth resources/services.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish is preferred (additional compensation available for fluently bilingual candidates).

• Demonstrated willingness to continuously grow cultural competency skills.
• Demonstrated writing ability, computer skills, and exceptional communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work individually as well as on a team.

• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to sit and/or stand at a desk for most of the day.

• None.

• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.
• A driving record that allows for operation of agency-owned vehicles is a plus.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 11 paid holidays
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Generous paid time off