Restorative Youth Justice Facilitator

Why volunteer with us:

• Get hands-on training and facilitate real restorative justice circles with youth and families, mentored by staff who often started out as volunteers
• Join a close-knit team that genuinely has each other's backs, this isn't just a volunteer gig, it's a community
• Build a foundation for a career in youth work, social work, education, or justice, with real connections across schools, community organizations, and justice partners
• Walk away with a reference and, when you're ready, a possible path to paid roles at Peacebuilders
• Help keep young people in school and out of the justice system, one circle at a time
• Be part of shifting how conflict gets handled in our communities, from punishment to repair

About the role:

Peacebuilders uses restorative justice to divert youth from the justice system and keep them engaged in school. As a Facilitator, you'll co-lead restorative circles with youth, families and schools across Toronto.

What you'll do:

• Co-facilitate restorative circles with youth and families alongside a lead staff facilitator, moving toward leading your own once trained
• Prep for each session by reviewing case background and meeting briefly with staff beforehand
• Debrief after each circle to track outcomes and next steps for the youth involved
• Join partner schools on a rotating basis to support youth engagement activities outside of formal circles

What you bring:

• Some experience or strong interest in restorative practices, youth work, or facilitation
• Comfort working with youth from diverse backgrounds
• Reliability and a collaborative approach

Commitment: Approx. 12 hours per month, flexible week to week, 10-month season, rolling intake with start dates year-round.