Restorative Justice Program Assistant

The Mural Arts Restorative Justice department seeks a passionate and highly organized Program Assistant who is committed to supporting justice-impacted individuals and engaging in community driven public art and advocacy work.

The ideal candidate demonstrates the following core competencies: committed problem solving, sensitivity to second chance approaches, belief in the transformative power of public art, deep thinking and fearless creation, inquisitive learning, thoughtful communication, mindful collaboration, personal accountability, and a commitment to actively prioritizing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to create a safe and welcoming environment both in the workplace and in partnership with other institutions.

Our mission:
Through participatory public art, Mural Arts Philadelphia inspires change in people, place, and practice, creating opportunity for a more just and equitable Philadelphia.

Our program,
The Guild is a life readiness program that gives justice-impacted people the opportunity to develop skills and strategies to navigate adulthood, pursue educational or career aspirations and connect with their community all through the transformative power of art.

• Provides structure, consistency, guidance and regular supervision to Guild participants in support of the Program Coordinator, both under the direction of the Program Manager.
• Serves as a supporting point of contact for justice-impacted program participants with administrative and operational needs.
• Supports classroom management for participant workshops and training for targeted areas of learning and growth.
• Participates in community conversations with a focus on personal growth and connection to the city of Philadelphia through artistic practices.
• In support of the Program Coordinator, emphasizes to participants the importance of following the established community norms and program standards for conflict resolution, respect, and voice.
• Supports the Program Manager and Program Coordinator in efforts to identify cross programming with our SCI Phoenix program.

• Supports the collection of all required data to ensure compliance with funder requirements and regular grant reporting deadlines, and HR needs.
• Documents attendance, areas of concern, and action steps when addressing absences, lateness, and behavioral challenges.
• Participates in grant required, organization-wide, and department training, events, meetings as required.
• Documents the program in pictures and videos for social media. Identify participants to provide feedback and testimonials that highlight the experience of being a program participant.

• Advanced interpersonal/communication skills, with excellent team building skills.
• A desire to work with justice-impacted populations and communities impacted by violence and mass incarceration.
• Experience with participating in or supporting workshops, lectures, or classes in a programming or training environment.
• Familiarity with Trauma Informed Care, Restorative Practice and/or Youth Mental Health preferred.
• Awareness of the principles and practices of Restorative Justice preferred.
• Knowledge of community driven public art practices and belief in the power of participatory public art to beautify, inspire and empower.
• Ability to develop/maintain relationships and partnerships in multiple communities and contexts across race, class, nationality, gender, ability, and language.
• Alignment with core organizational values (curiosity, collaboration, innovation, diversity, equity, accountability and forgiveness).

• Minimum of one year experience facilitating or instructing groups of participants/students over the age of 18
• Minimum of one year experience working with Justice impacted communities or communities impacted by substance misuse or mental health challenges.
• Ability to communicate effectively via email, phone, and in person
• Strong ability to facilitate groups in ways that engage and build investment.
• Other related duties may be required by the supervisor.

Minimum Salary/Hourly Rate: Part time role, 32 hours per week, $22/hr mural Arts is pleased to offer a competitive comprehensive health and dental benefits package.

Applicant

Note:

We encourage candidates who have been justice impacted and/or have a strong knowledge of the carceral system to apply.

32 hours per week, $22 per hour

Part-time

October 2, 2026