About The Restoration House
The Restoration House is a highly mission driven organization looking for extremely passionate, committed, and creative individuals to join our team to help empower low-income single-parent families’ experience wholeness and restoration. We welcome creative, critical thinkers who bring ideas to the table, energy to the team, and a sense of humor. We welcome team players who seek justice and love mercy.
Elementary Youth Advocate
Reports to: Director of Advocacy
Job Summary:
As a leader of TRH’s elementary program (On Belay), the Elementary Youth Advocate oversees activities for kindergarten through fifth-grade students. The Elementary Youth Advocate is integral to the Family Support Team, working closely with both Family Advocates (FA) and fellow Youth Advocate (YA).
Essential Job Duties:
- Oversee and implement student-centered activities, field trips, and special events at On Belay after-school and summer program for K-5 youth
- Attend and participate in all meetings, including FST meetings, weekly staff meetings, off-site planning meetings, one-on-one meetings, annual staff retreat, and annual Christian Community Development Conference
- Establish and maintain regular, timely communication with families who participate in On Belay as well as those with other school-aged children within The Village
- Meet with guardians, children, and Family Advocates, to craft specific plans tailored to each child, addressing the child’s unique strengths and needs using EMPath's Intergen Model
- Keep accurate records of program attendance, student progress, and evaluation data
- Ensure that all program staff, interns, and volunteers implement trauma-responsive practices by facilitating necessary training in conjunction with the YA
- Collaborate with YAs and Director of Advocacy in selecting new team members, including recruiting and interviewing top candidates as needed
- Manage program budget and resources, including procurement of supplies and equipment while complying with organizational fiscal policies and procedures
- Prepare regular reports for program funders, stakeholders, and board members
- Maintain current photos and videos of On Belay activities for documentation and marketing
- Coordinate with school personnel for pick-ups, engage in academic discussions with teachers, and nurture ongoing partnerships with the school staff
- Actively seek partnership opportunities relevant to On Belay
- Oversee additional projects and assignments as delegated
- Follow and enforce all organizational safety standards, including but not limited to behavior, discipline, child ratios, transportation, CPR, emergency procedures and first aid
Qualifications:
Dedication to Youth Advocacy:
- Experience in roles focused on teaching, mentoring, and behavioral strategies for children
- Familiarity with reflective listening, safety planning, and trauma-informed practices for holistic well-being
- Willingness to learn the principles of a 'When Helping Hurts' philosophy while advocating for children from diverse backgrounds
- Desire to grow and maintain relationships with other community service organizations, churches, etc. for the benefit of the families at The Restoration House
- Must possess a valid TN driver’s license and be willing to obtain a CDL
Professionalism
- Emotional and spiritual maturity, with good judgment relating to The Restoration House families, volunteers, and partners
- Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Able to set and maintain professional boundaries with participant families
- Demonstrates ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
- Availability, dependability, and willingness to be flexible
Communication and problem-solving skills:
- Proficient in written and oral communication, capable of effectively conveying The Restoration House’s mission to the community
- Communicates in a timely and clear manner, mindful of being kind and trauma-responsive, whether interacting with children, families, staff, or partners.
- Demonstrates problem-solving skills, creative/strategic thinking, and organizational abilities
Alignment with Organizational Mission, Vision, and Values:
- Committed to helping restore single mothers and their children to God’s good intent for their lives
- Willing to learn and embrace TRH's culture and values, including strengths-based advocacy, trauma-responsive practice, and empowerment
- Relational and community-oriented, with a heart for walking alongside children of single mothers
Compensation/Benefits
- This is a salaried position and compensation is determined based on experience and education – Range of $39K to $43K annually
- Paid by direct deposit twice per month
- Health insurance; covered 100% for employee after first 3 months of employment
- Paid time off:
- Vacation: 10 days of paid vacation (eligible after first 90 days) + annual increase based on years employed
- Sick/Personal Days: 5 days in year one + annual increase based on years employed
- Spiritual Renewal Days: 1 day each quarter
- Paid Holidays: 11 paid holidays per year
- Paid individual professional development up to $600 per year
- Reimbursement for individual therapy sessions up to $500 per year
- Monthly micro-bonuses
- Free family membership to the YMCA (all Knoxville branches)
- Flextime
- Ability to work from home as approved
Hours:
This job is a full-time position with an average of 40+ hours per week, including occasional weekends or weeknights.