Victim Services Job & Volunteer Opportunities in Colorado
COVA strives to provide victim service providers with a resource to post their current job openings and volunteer opportunities, as well as a place for victim service personnel to find new openings.
If you are a provider and wish to post a job or volunteer opportunity please email the the job position description and details to Leah at the following e-mail:
If you are a provider and wish to post a job or volunteer opportunity please email the the job position description and details to Leah at the following e-mail:
Available Opportunities:
9.22.21 Bilingual Child and Family Therapist
Denver Children’s Advocacy Center
SALARY: Salary based on experience and qualifications (Salary range: $50,000-56,000 annually). Denver Children’s Advocacy Center offers an excellent compensation package with full benefits which include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a retirement plan option.
DESCRIPTION: This position is full time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday). The Child and Family Therapist will provide therapy services to students and families. This job description should not be construed to imply that the requirements listed are the exclusive standards of the position. The Program Director reserves the right to assign or delegate other tasks, as necessary.
APPLY: To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to Angela Davidson at Angela@DenverCAC.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
Denver Children’s Advocacy Center
SALARY: Salary based on experience and qualifications (Salary range: $50,000-56,000 annually). Denver Children’s Advocacy Center offers an excellent compensation package with full benefits which include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a retirement plan option.
DESCRIPTION: This position is full time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday). The Child and Family Therapist will provide therapy services to students and families. This job description should not be construed to imply that the requirements listed are the exclusive standards of the position. The Program Director reserves the right to assign or delegate other tasks, as necessary.
APPLY: To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to Angela Davidson at Angela@DenverCAC.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
9.15.21 Domestic Violence and Sex Offender Management Staff Researcher
Colorado Division of Criminal Justice
SALARY: $4,838.00 - $5,960.00 Monthly
DESCRIPTION: The position will serve as a fully operational researcher in the Office of Domestic Violence and Sex Offender Management (ODVSOM). This position is responsible for data collection and analysis for the purpose of recommending necessary policy or standards changes, identifying needed training, and informing the SOMB in their duties as mandated in 16-11.7-103, and the DVOMB in their duties as mandated in 16-11.8-103. This position will provide a high level of technical expertise to the ODVSOM in the areas, principles, and theories of research.
APPLY: Job posting closes 9/27/2021 11:59 PM Mountain. This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
Colorado Division of Criminal Justice
SALARY: $4,838.00 - $5,960.00 Monthly
DESCRIPTION: The position will serve as a fully operational researcher in the Office of Domestic Violence and Sex Offender Management (ODVSOM). This position is responsible for data collection and analysis for the purpose of recommending necessary policy or standards changes, identifying needed training, and informing the SOMB in their duties as mandated in 16-11.7-103, and the DVOMB in their duties as mandated in 16-11.8-103. This position will provide a high level of technical expertise to the ODVSOM in the areas, principles, and theories of research.
APPLY: Job posting closes 9/27/2021 11:59 PM Mountain. This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
9.17.21 Executive Director
Family Crisis Services, Inc. (FCSI)
SALARY: $68,500 - $72,000 depending on experience and skills.
DESCRIPTION: The Executive Director is the public face or the organization and represents the integrity, ethics, and practices of the organization at all times. The Executive
Direction provides organizational leadership and oversees the management of the organization,
its programs and resources, working in partnership with, and taking direction from the Board of Directors.
APPLY: Applicants are required to submit a resume and a cover letter, or video recording, that
succinctly addresses the following questions: a. What do you think is the difference between a leader and a boss? b. What is the basic element of effective communication? c. The salary range for this position is $68,500 and $72,000 and dependent upon experience and skill level. Address the minimum salary within this range that is acceptable to you. d. What do you want us to know that is not in your resume? Reply to Pat Tessmer at pat@familycrisisonline.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
Family Crisis Services, Inc. (FCSI)
SALARY: $68,500 - $72,000 depending on experience and skills.
DESCRIPTION: The Executive Director is the public face or the organization and represents the integrity, ethics, and practices of the organization at all times. The Executive
Direction provides organizational leadership and oversees the management of the organization,
its programs and resources, working in partnership with, and taking direction from the Board of Directors.
APPLY: Applicants are required to submit a resume and a cover letter, or video recording, that
succinctly addresses the following questions: a. What do you think is the difference between a leader and a boss? b. What is the basic element of effective communication? c. The salary range for this position is $68,500 and $72,000 and dependent upon experience and skill level. Address the minimum salary within this range that is acceptable to you. d. What do you want us to know that is not in your resume? Reply to Pat Tessmer at pat@familycrisisonline.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
9.15.21 Victim Advocate Specialist
17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office
SALARY: Starting salary is $23.808 (hourly) , $49,519.86 (annually). This is full-time position, M-F 8am to 5pm and includes benefits
DESCRIPTION: The successful Victim Advocate performs the critical role of shepherding victims of crime through the criminal justice system and providing access to services for those victims during the pendency of their cases. Provides information regarding the role of the Victim Advocate Specialist and the criminal justice process to victims of crime in Adams and Broomfield Counties. This includes, but is not limited to, information on courtroom proceedings, the overall criminal justice process and definitions of legal terminology. We are looking for that special candidate who possesses a Bachelor's degree in a related field of study (i.e., social work, psychology, sociology, criminal justice) with a minimum of one year of experience in victim advocacy (specifically case management) is required or equivalent experience that includes a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in victim advocacy (specifically case management).
APPLY: This posting will close on 9/28/2021 and all applicants MUST include a resume and cover letter to be considered. The full job posting can be found here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/adams/jobs/3231261/victim-advocate-specialist
17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office
SALARY: Starting salary is $23.808 (hourly) , $49,519.86 (annually). This is full-time position, M-F 8am to 5pm and includes benefits
DESCRIPTION: The successful Victim Advocate performs the critical role of shepherding victims of crime through the criminal justice system and providing access to services for those victims during the pendency of their cases. Provides information regarding the role of the Victim Advocate Specialist and the criminal justice process to victims of crime in Adams and Broomfield Counties. This includes, but is not limited to, information on courtroom proceedings, the overall criminal justice process and definitions of legal terminology. We are looking for that special candidate who possesses a Bachelor's degree in a related field of study (i.e., social work, psychology, sociology, criminal justice) with a minimum of one year of experience in victim advocacy (specifically case management) is required or equivalent experience that includes a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in victim advocacy (specifically case management).
APPLY: This posting will close on 9/28/2021 and all applicants MUST include a resume and cover letter to be considered. The full job posting can be found here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/adams/jobs/3231261/victim-advocate-specialist
9.15.21 Rural Clinician
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The person in this position will provide therapeutic assistance for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking in Teller County region. Clinician will be willing to commute to location. Clinician will be required to provide community presentations and other community services on a frequent basis.
APPLY: Please send cover letter, current resume, and go to www.TESSAcs.org/employment to complete job application.
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The person in this position will provide therapeutic assistance for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking in Teller County region. Clinician will be willing to commute to location. Clinician will be required to provide community presentations and other community services on a frequent basis.
APPLY: Please send cover letter, current resume, and go to www.TESSAcs.org/employment to complete job application.
9.15.21 Volunteer & Donor Relations Coordinator
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The Volunteer & Donor Relations Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of TESSA’s Volunteer Services Program: recruiting, pre-screening, training, and providing ongoing support of volunteers and undergraduate interns while maintaining all pertinent records. They are also responsible for assisting the Development Team and other programmatic efforts through facilities maintenance, special events support, and donation processing. The Volunteer & Donor Relations Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Development Team in implementing fund development activities to include CRM software management, donor tracking, and donor communications as well as assist in grant tracking and reporting. This position requires strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize as well as multi-task. Fund development and donor cultivation is essential to the overall success of the organization and therefore it is imperative that the person in this role be dedicated to providing the support needed by the Development Team to assist in securing the resources necessary for providing support to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply. Please send cover letter, current resume, and go to www.TESSAcs.org/employment to complete job application.
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The Volunteer & Donor Relations Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of TESSA’s Volunteer Services Program: recruiting, pre-screening, training, and providing ongoing support of volunteers and undergraduate interns while maintaining all pertinent records. They are also responsible for assisting the Development Team and other programmatic efforts through facilities maintenance, special events support, and donation processing. The Volunteer & Donor Relations Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Development Team in implementing fund development activities to include CRM software management, donor tracking, and donor communications as well as assist in grant tracking and reporting. This position requires strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize as well as multi-task. Fund development and donor cultivation is essential to the overall success of the organization and therefore it is imperative that the person in this role be dedicated to providing the support needed by the Development Team to assist in securing the resources necessary for providing support to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply. Please send cover letter, current resume, and go to www.TESSAcs.org/employment to complete job application.
9.14.21 DCJ Financial Grants Specialist III
Colorado Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ)
SALARY: $52,440.00 - $64,596.00 Annually
DESCRIPTION: The position will manage the grant financial activities of grantees, by reviewing and analyzing their compliance with federal and state financial rules and regulations and addressing all inconsistencies and errors and lack of financial documentation with the grantee. This includes the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Victim Compensation, State VALE (Victim Assistance in Law Enforcement), and the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding.
APPLY: Job posting closes 9/27/2021 11:59 PM Mountain. Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
Colorado Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ)
SALARY: $52,440.00 - $64,596.00 Annually
DESCRIPTION: The position will manage the grant financial activities of grantees, by reviewing and analyzing their compliance with federal and state financial rules and regulations and addressing all inconsistencies and errors and lack of financial documentation with the grantee. This includes the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Victim Compensation, State VALE (Victim Assistance in Law Enforcement), and the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding.
APPLY: Job posting closes 9/27/2021 11:59 PM Mountain. Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
9.10.21 Executive Director
Domestic Safety Resources Center
DESCRIPTION: We are seeking an experienced ED to manage the day-to-day operations of our non-profit agency. The right candidate must be ready to build and model a great company culture, provide inspired leadership to our team, establish a great working relationship with the Board of Directors, and set a course for agency strategy.
APPLY: Position is open until filled. E-mail a resume to Jay Brooke, Board Treasurer, at jbrookedogs333@gmail.com.
Click here to view the full job description.
Domestic Safety Resources Center
DESCRIPTION: We are seeking an experienced ED to manage the day-to-day operations of our non-profit agency. The right candidate must be ready to build and model a great company culture, provide inspired leadership to our team, establish a great working relationship with the Board of Directors, and set a course for agency strategy.
APPLY: Position is open until filled. E-mail a resume to Jay Brooke, Board Treasurer, at jbrookedogs333@gmail.com.
Click here to view the full job description.
9.10.21 Operations Coordinator
Project PAVE
SALARY: Starting base salary range is $44,000 to $50,000, commensurate with experience and skills. Flexible schedule and generous benefits including 100% employee health insurance, 100% employee dental insurance, 401K with employer match, paid holidays, and personal time off.
DESCRIPTION: The Operations Coordinator will oversee the daily and administrative activities of the office and provide technology project and data management and support for overall effectiveness and efficiency. They will also be responsible for overseeing the volunteer program within Project PAVE and providing high level administrative support to programming and upper management. This position will report to the Associate Director and work collaboratively with all staff members to further PAVE’s mission “ending violence by empowering youth to build healthy relationships.”
APPLY: Submit an application for employment (click here for the application) and your cover letter introducing yourself to jobs@projectpave.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
Project PAVE
SALARY: Starting base salary range is $44,000 to $50,000, commensurate with experience and skills. Flexible schedule and generous benefits including 100% employee health insurance, 100% employee dental insurance, 401K with employer match, paid holidays, and personal time off.
DESCRIPTION: The Operations Coordinator will oversee the daily and administrative activities of the office and provide technology project and data management and support for overall effectiveness and efficiency. They will also be responsible for overseeing the volunteer program within Project PAVE and providing high level administrative support to programming and upper management. This position will report to the Associate Director and work collaboratively with all staff members to further PAVE’s mission “ending violence by empowering youth to build healthy relationships.”
APPLY: Submit an application for employment (click here for the application) and your cover letter introducing yourself to jobs@projectpave.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
9.3.21 Executive Assistant I
Denver Police Department
SALARY: $21.28 - $31.92
DESCRIPTION: The Denver Police Department’s Crisis Services Bureau is seeking an accomplished office professional who consistently demonstrates the highest professional standards, can successfully address simultaneous priorities and demonstrates exceptional customer service skills and focus. This position will provide administrative support to the Crisis Services Bureau Director, bureau personnel and general office management involving three distinct units within the Crisis Services Bureau: The Victim Assistance Unit, the Pretrial Victim Services Unit and the Crisis Intervention Response Unit. Interested candidates should recognize that the work conducted within the Crisis Services Bureau frequently involves citizens and members of the public that are experiencing crisis and trauma and that the customer service requirements of this position requires consideration for both internal and external customer service needs as the highest priority. This position is primarily located at the Denver Police Administration Building: 1331 Cherokee Street Denver, CO 80204. Successful candidates must complete and pass a background investigation that encompasses the applicant's employment and criminal history.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
Denver Police Department
SALARY: $21.28 - $31.92
DESCRIPTION: The Denver Police Department’s Crisis Services Bureau is seeking an accomplished office professional who consistently demonstrates the highest professional standards, can successfully address simultaneous priorities and demonstrates exceptional customer service skills and focus. This position will provide administrative support to the Crisis Services Bureau Director, bureau personnel and general office management involving three distinct units within the Crisis Services Bureau: The Victim Assistance Unit, the Pretrial Victim Services Unit and the Crisis Intervention Response Unit. Interested candidates should recognize that the work conducted within the Crisis Services Bureau frequently involves citizens and members of the public that are experiencing crisis and trauma and that the customer service requirements of this position requires consideration for both internal and external customer service needs as the highest priority. This position is primarily located at the Denver Police Administration Building: 1331 Cherokee Street Denver, CO 80204. Successful candidates must complete and pass a background investigation that encompasses the applicant's employment and criminal history.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
9.3.21 Program Coordinator
Denver Police Department
SALARY: $23.91 - $35.86
DESCRIPTION: The Denver Police Department, Victim Assistance Unit is seeking a Program Coordinator to deliver and assist in the evaluation of effectiveness and efficiencies of program services and to fulfill overall victim service-based program objectives. The Coordinator will be responsible for providing direct victim services as well as participating within the unit's collaborative efforts with both community and system based stake holders to include department investigative units, VAU paid staff and volunteer/interns. This position will assist in the coordination and oversight of all aspects of victim service operations that include on-scene response involving incidents of criminal victimization and non-criminal, stark misfortune The coordinator will provide supports in the coordination of the unit's case distribution, training and data collections efforts and may require coverage during holiday's, after-hours and weekends as required. The work schedule for this position will include working one weekend day.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
Denver Police Department
SALARY: $23.91 - $35.86
DESCRIPTION: The Denver Police Department, Victim Assistance Unit is seeking a Program Coordinator to deliver and assist in the evaluation of effectiveness and efficiencies of program services and to fulfill overall victim service-based program objectives. The Coordinator will be responsible for providing direct victim services as well as participating within the unit's collaborative efforts with both community and system based stake holders to include department investigative units, VAU paid staff and volunteer/interns. This position will assist in the coordination and oversight of all aspects of victim service operations that include on-scene response involving incidents of criminal victimization and non-criminal, stark misfortune The coordinator will provide supports in the coordination of the unit's case distribution, training and data collections efforts and may require coverage during holiday's, after-hours and weekends as required. The work schedule for this position will include working one weekend day.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
9.1.21 Outreach and Advocacy Specialist (Bilingual required)
Moving to End Sexual Assault (MESA)
SALARY: $17.11-$20.11
DESCRIPTION: The Outreach and Advocacy Specialist develops and maintains strong relationships with community-based agencies and community leaders in the Latinx community and provides advocacy services at partnering agencies to best serve clients. The Outreach and Advocacy Specialist assists MESA client services through support on the hotline, text line and on-going client support. This Specialist provides psychoeducation on MESA services and issues of sexual violence to the Boulder County community.
APPLY: Apply online at https://hrbrg.co/r0dqfr
Moving to End Sexual Assault (MESA)
SALARY: $17.11-$20.11
DESCRIPTION: The Outreach and Advocacy Specialist develops and maintains strong relationships with community-based agencies and community leaders in the Latinx community and provides advocacy services at partnering agencies to best serve clients. The Outreach and Advocacy Specialist assists MESA client services through support on the hotline, text line and on-going client support. This Specialist provides psychoeducation on MESA services and issues of sexual violence to the Boulder County community.
APPLY: Apply online at https://hrbrg.co/r0dqfr
8.31.21 Bilingual Victim Advocate Specialist
Brighton / Commerce City Police Department
SALARY: Starting Hiring Range: $23.96-$25.40. Full Range:$23.96-$32.83.
DESCRIPTION: Provide on-scene crisis intervention, support and assistance for victims of crime in the City of Brighton and in Commerce City. This position must work well independently and with teams, while providing excellent, respectful customer service and human relations skills which support the City of Brighton's mission and values.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
Brighton / Commerce City Police Department
SALARY: Starting Hiring Range: $23.96-$25.40. Full Range:$23.96-$32.83.
DESCRIPTION: Provide on-scene crisis intervention, support and assistance for victims of crime in the City of Brighton and in Commerce City. This position must work well independently and with teams, while providing excellent, respectful customer service and human relations skills which support the City of Brighton's mission and values.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
8.31.21 Volunteer Victim Advocate
Brighton / Commerce City Police Department
DESCRIPTION: Volunteers/Interns provide on-scene contact with victims of violent crime and persons in need of assistance. They provide immediate crisis intervention, individual and family support, information about the criminal justice system, support agency referral, aide in acquiring emergency shelter and facilitating other immediate needs of victims. Provide on-going case management by assisting victims/witnesses navigate the criminal justice process, access community resources/services, as well as support victims and their families begin the healing process. This position must work well independently and in group setting, with peer and with the public,while providing excellent, respectful customer service and human relations skills, which support the City of Brighton's mission and values. Each volunteer/intern is required to take a minimum of four 12-hour shifts per month, including holidays. Volunteers/Interns are required to respond within 30 minutes of dispatch contact.Volunteers/Interns
must be available by telephone or pager during assigned shift. Complete and turn in all required paperwork.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
Brighton / Commerce City Police Department
DESCRIPTION: Volunteers/Interns provide on-scene contact with victims of violent crime and persons in need of assistance. They provide immediate crisis intervention, individual and family support, information about the criminal justice system, support agency referral, aide in acquiring emergency shelter and facilitating other immediate needs of victims. Provide on-going case management by assisting victims/witnesses navigate the criminal justice process, access community resources/services, as well as support victims and their families begin the healing process. This position must work well independently and in group setting, with peer and with the public,while providing excellent, respectful customer service and human relations skills, which support the City of Brighton's mission and values. Each volunteer/intern is required to take a minimum of four 12-hour shifts per month, including holidays. Volunteers/Interns are required to respond within 30 minutes of dispatch contact.Volunteers/Interns
must be available by telephone or pager during assigned shift. Complete and turn in all required paperwork.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
8.27.21 Bilingual Victim Advocate
Advocates for Victims of Assault
SALARY: $40,000.00 - $45,000 DOQ. Full-time position, Monday through Friday 8am –5pm, 40 hours a week. The salary range is dependent upon experience and qualifications. Benefits include paid time off and holidays, an annual wellness benefit of, 3% retirement savings match, and health insurance.
DESCRIPTION: The Bilingual Victim Advocate is a peer navigator responsible for providing survivor defined and trauma informed advocacy in English and Spanish. Advocacy includes providing intervention, support and other services to individuals experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault. Some victims will speak Spanish exclusively. This position coordinates services with civil/criminal justice systems, domestic violence shelters, mental health, human services, children’s programs and other area agencies. The position is also responsible for case management, coordinating various aspects of basic needs financial assistance, counseling scholarships, and other resources available to survivors. The position will interact with multidisciplinary teams to reach successful outcomes. The position will occasionally assist with organizational outreach activities and events. This position also provides direct victim services to include, but not limited to: survivor contact, advocacy, and hotline response.
APPLY: Posting is open until filled. Email your cover letter and resume to Lesley Mumford at director@summitadvocates.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
Advocates for Victims of Assault
SALARY: $40,000.00 - $45,000 DOQ. Full-time position, Monday through Friday 8am –5pm, 40 hours a week. The salary range is dependent upon experience and qualifications. Benefits include paid time off and holidays, an annual wellness benefit of, 3% retirement savings match, and health insurance.
DESCRIPTION: The Bilingual Victim Advocate is a peer navigator responsible for providing survivor defined and trauma informed advocacy in English and Spanish. Advocacy includes providing intervention, support and other services to individuals experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault. Some victims will speak Spanish exclusively. This position coordinates services with civil/criminal justice systems, domestic violence shelters, mental health, human services, children’s programs and other area agencies. The position is also responsible for case management, coordinating various aspects of basic needs financial assistance, counseling scholarships, and other resources available to survivors. The position will interact with multidisciplinary teams to reach successful outcomes. The position will occasionally assist with organizational outreach activities and events. This position also provides direct victim services to include, but not limited to: survivor contact, advocacy, and hotline response.
APPLY: Posting is open until filled. Email your cover letter and resume to Lesley Mumford at director@summitadvocates.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
8.27.21 Pro Bono Director
Justice and Mercy Legal Aid Center
SALARY: $45,000-$55,000 + benefits depending on experience. Part Time or Full Time (to be determined depending on qualifications, experience, and availability).
DESCRIPTION: 5 years of experience in legal arena preferred. Admission to Colorado bar preferred. Must have a heart for the underserved, understanding their needs and able to develop meaningful relationships with them. Must contact, meet, and develop meaningful relationships with attorneys and other legal professionals. Must have a desire to serve and assist those struggling with poverty and oppression. Must be a team player with a collaborative style of leadership. Must be committed to and willing and able to integrate the JAMLAC vision, mission and values both personally and professionally. Must have experience working with the legal community. Must be professional in demeanor and appearance. Must be an effective and confident communicator. Must be a creative, inspiring and visionary leader who consistently meets goals.
APPLY: For questions, contact Nikki Koster at nkoster@jamlac.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
Justice and Mercy Legal Aid Center
SALARY: $45,000-$55,000 + benefits depending on experience. Part Time or Full Time (to be determined depending on qualifications, experience, and availability).
DESCRIPTION: 5 years of experience in legal arena preferred. Admission to Colorado bar preferred. Must have a heart for the underserved, understanding their needs and able to develop meaningful relationships with them. Must contact, meet, and develop meaningful relationships with attorneys and other legal professionals. Must have a desire to serve and assist those struggling with poverty and oppression. Must be a team player with a collaborative style of leadership. Must be committed to and willing and able to integrate the JAMLAC vision, mission and values both personally and professionally. Must have experience working with the legal community. Must be professional in demeanor and appearance. Must be an effective and confident communicator. Must be a creative, inspiring and visionary leader who consistently meets goals.
APPLY: For questions, contact Nikki Koster at nkoster@jamlac.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
8.24.21 Staff Attorney
Legal Information Network of Colorado (LINC) Program
SALARY: $60,000 - $67,000
DESCRIPTION: The Rocky Mountain Victim Law Center elevates victims' voices, champions victims' rights, and transforms the systems impacting them. This Staff Attorney position provides support to the Legal Information Network of Colorado (LINC) program at RMvlc. LINC facilitates comprehensive legal information services for crime victims in Colorado. The Staff Attorney is primarily responsible for providing legal technical assistance to victims of crime and service providers who have questions about civil or criminal legal issues related to victimization. Additionally, the Staff Attorney will provide some direct legal representation to crime victims for victimization-related civil legal issues. This position will also support the improvement legal services and access to justice for crime victims in Colorado through community collaboration. RMvlc’s ideal candidate will share a passion for our mission, dedication to our Core Values, and have a commitment to supporting victims of crime. RMvlc team members are expected to recognize that violence and oppression are inextricably linked, and to be dedicated to grappling with the complexities of societal power and privilege in order to provide inclusive services. Candidates must be able to recognize and address their personal biases, as well as communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals, groups, and organizations. The ideal candidate for this position will have a legal background in general civil-legal poverty law, legal aid, and/or administrative law.
APPLY: Submit a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample via email to Executive Director, Emily Tofte Nestaval, at emily@rmvictimlaw.org with the subject line of “Staff Attorney”. Position will be open until filled. Applications received prior to September 10, 2021 will be given priority. No phone calls please.
Click here to view the full job description.
Legal Information Network of Colorado (LINC) Program
SALARY: $60,000 - $67,000
DESCRIPTION: The Rocky Mountain Victim Law Center elevates victims' voices, champions victims' rights, and transforms the systems impacting them. This Staff Attorney position provides support to the Legal Information Network of Colorado (LINC) program at RMvlc. LINC facilitates comprehensive legal information services for crime victims in Colorado. The Staff Attorney is primarily responsible for providing legal technical assistance to victims of crime and service providers who have questions about civil or criminal legal issues related to victimization. Additionally, the Staff Attorney will provide some direct legal representation to crime victims for victimization-related civil legal issues. This position will also support the improvement legal services and access to justice for crime victims in Colorado through community collaboration. RMvlc’s ideal candidate will share a passion for our mission, dedication to our Core Values, and have a commitment to supporting victims of crime. RMvlc team members are expected to recognize that violence and oppression are inextricably linked, and to be dedicated to grappling with the complexities of societal power and privilege in order to provide inclusive services. Candidates must be able to recognize and address their personal biases, as well as communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals, groups, and organizations. The ideal candidate for this position will have a legal background in general civil-legal poverty law, legal aid, and/or administrative law.
APPLY: Submit a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample via email to Executive Director, Emily Tofte Nestaval, at emily@rmvictimlaw.org with the subject line of “Staff Attorney”. Position will be open until filled. Applications received prior to September 10, 2021 will be given priority. No phone calls please.
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8.23.21 Executive Director
Better Tomorrow
SALARY: $80,000-$100,000 / year (pay based on experience or additional skills such as being fluent in a second language, advanced degrees, etc.). 100% coverage for employee health, vision, dental, and life insurance; 12 paid holidays and PTO; Employee will qualify for a 3% IRA match after 2 years.
DESCRIPTION: Must have a passion for working with victims/survivors, social justice, and the fight to stop violence. Must have experience leading and supervising a team. Must be competent with computers. Experience running a nonprofit or business is preferred. Background in finance, law, grant management, and/or donor relations desired. It is paramount that the employee is a team player, but also can work effectively on their own. Office is high energy and fun spirited. We strongly encourage diverse and bilingual candidates to apply. Must successfully complete a background check and complete 30 hours of agency-specific training upon hire.
APPLY: To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to board@bettertomorrowco.org. Priority given to applications received by September 10, 2021.
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Better Tomorrow
SALARY: $80,000-$100,000 / year (pay based on experience or additional skills such as being fluent in a second language, advanced degrees, etc.). 100% coverage for employee health, vision, dental, and life insurance; 12 paid holidays and PTO; Employee will qualify for a 3% IRA match after 2 years.
DESCRIPTION: Must have a passion for working with victims/survivors, social justice, and the fight to stop violence. Must have experience leading and supervising a team. Must be competent with computers. Experience running a nonprofit or business is preferred. Background in finance, law, grant management, and/or donor relations desired. It is paramount that the employee is a team player, but also can work effectively on their own. Office is high energy and fun spirited. We strongly encourage diverse and bilingual candidates to apply. Must successfully complete a background check and complete 30 hours of agency-specific training upon hire.
APPLY: To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to board@bettertomorrowco.org. Priority given to applications received by September 10, 2021.
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8.23.21 Shelter/Community Advocate
Crisis Center
SALARY: This is regularly scheduled, 32 hours a week, hourly, non-exempt position. Starting wage is $19.47 per hour. Salary deferential for Spanish speaking. Medical/vision/dental benefits; paid time off (4 weeks accrued in first year); paid holidays; Employee Assistance Program; employer-paid life insurance; and retirement plan (employee contribution only).
DESCRIPTION: The Shelter/Community Advocate provides direct services (advocacy, information and referrals to community agencies, safety planning, and case management) and support to victims of domestic violence who reside in the community or within the emergency shelter setting. The Shelter/Community Advocate reports directly to the Program Manager and is primarily responsible for providing direct services to victims of domestic violence and their children residing in the shelter program, as well as, within the community. The advocate works with the team to develop, update and present resources that address the needs of the families we serve. This position will also provide outreach and education to the community and coordinate with other referral sources, service providers, and the criminal justice system. Schedule: Monday 11:30am-8:00 pm, Tuesday 8am-4:30pm, Wednesday 8am-4:30pm, Friday 8am-4:30pm. Some flexibility in hours on Tuesday and Wednesday.
APPLY: Please send resume and cover letter to Shelley Reader at sreader@thecrisiscenter.org. No phone calls, please.
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Crisis Center
SALARY: This is regularly scheduled, 32 hours a week, hourly, non-exempt position. Starting wage is $19.47 per hour. Salary deferential for Spanish speaking. Medical/vision/dental benefits; paid time off (4 weeks accrued in first year); paid holidays; Employee Assistance Program; employer-paid life insurance; and retirement plan (employee contribution only).
DESCRIPTION: The Shelter/Community Advocate provides direct services (advocacy, information and referrals to community agencies, safety planning, and case management) and support to victims of domestic violence who reside in the community or within the emergency shelter setting. The Shelter/Community Advocate reports directly to the Program Manager and is primarily responsible for providing direct services to victims of domestic violence and their children residing in the shelter program, as well as, within the community. The advocate works with the team to develop, update and present resources that address the needs of the families we serve. This position will also provide outreach and education to the community and coordinate with other referral sources, service providers, and the criminal justice system. Schedule: Monday 11:30am-8:00 pm, Tuesday 8am-4:30pm, Wednesday 8am-4:30pm, Friday 8am-4:30pm. Some flexibility in hours on Tuesday and Wednesday.
APPLY: Please send resume and cover letter to Shelley Reader at sreader@thecrisiscenter.org. No phone calls, please.
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8.20.21 Legal Advocate
Project Safeguard
SALARY: This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Starting salary is $20.30/hour for a 36-hour work week. Benefits include parking or transit pass, health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, and employer-matched retirement plan.
DESCRIPTION: The Legal Advocate provides culturally responsive legal information, assistance, safety planning and referrals to domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking (gender-based violence) victims. This position provides services in the Project Safeguard office at the Denver County Courthouse and at the Rose Andom Center near Downtown Denver. Legal Advocates may also request to work remotely on occasion.
APPLY: Please email cover letter and resume to Jennifer Eyl, Executive Director, at jeyl@psghelps.org. Position open until filled. No phone calls, please.
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Project Safeguard
SALARY: This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Starting salary is $20.30/hour for a 36-hour work week. Benefits include parking or transit pass, health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, and employer-matched retirement plan.
DESCRIPTION: The Legal Advocate provides culturally responsive legal information, assistance, safety planning and referrals to domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking (gender-based violence) victims. This position provides services in the Project Safeguard office at the Denver County Courthouse and at the Rose Andom Center near Downtown Denver. Legal Advocates may also request to work remotely on occasion.
APPLY: Please email cover letter and resume to Jennifer Eyl, Executive Director, at jeyl@psghelps.org. Position open until filled. No phone calls, please.
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8.20.21 Legal Advocacy Program Assistant
Project Safeguard
SALARY: Starting salary is $20.30/hour for a 36-hour work week. Benefits include parking or transit pass, health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, and employer-matched retirement plan.
DESCRIPTION: This position is the first point of contact for all individuals contacting Project Safeguard. This person coordinates with PSG advocates and partner agencies to ensure survivors receive legal advocacy and assistance. The Program Assistant will handle a variety of office management, clerical and bookkeeping tasks, as well as managing PSG’s social media presence and activities, and assisting with other external communication.
APPLY: Please email cover letter and resume to Jennifer Eyl, Executive Director, at jeyl@psghelps.org. Position open until filled. No phone calls, please.
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Project Safeguard
SALARY: Starting salary is $20.30/hour for a 36-hour work week. Benefits include parking or transit pass, health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, and employer-matched retirement plan.
DESCRIPTION: This position is the first point of contact for all individuals contacting Project Safeguard. This person coordinates with PSG advocates and partner agencies to ensure survivors receive legal advocacy and assistance. The Program Assistant will handle a variety of office management, clerical and bookkeeping tasks, as well as managing PSG’s social media presence and activities, and assisting with other external communication.
APPLY: Please email cover letter and resume to Jennifer Eyl, Executive Director, at jeyl@psghelps.org. Position open until filled. No phone calls, please.
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8.18.21 Office Administrative Assistant
Moving to End Sexual Assault (MESA)
SALARY: $17.43-$20.11
DESCRIPTION: Are you connected to our mission to assist those impacted by sexual assault? Can you track details, manage logistics, solve problems and be independent? Do you thrive in a role that is busy, staying on top of many things? Are creative, take in verbal content and create a strong PowerPoint? Are you ready to be in a visible, important role, connect with clients, community partners, and your team? It’s a big job, and worth the work you put in. Do you have experience in a Trauma Informed Care work environment? Are we speaking to you? Today is the day to engage your office administration skills and fulfill your passion.
APPLY: Full description and link to apply: https://hrbrg.co/y71ktg
Moving to End Sexual Assault (MESA)
SALARY: $17.43-$20.11
DESCRIPTION: Are you connected to our mission to assist those impacted by sexual assault? Can you track details, manage logistics, solve problems and be independent? Do you thrive in a role that is busy, staying on top of many things? Are creative, take in verbal content and create a strong PowerPoint? Are you ready to be in a visible, important role, connect with clients, community partners, and your team? It’s a big job, and worth the work you put in. Do you have experience in a Trauma Informed Care work environment? Are we speaking to you? Today is the day to engage your office administration skills and fulfill your passion.
APPLY: Full description and link to apply: https://hrbrg.co/y71ktg
8.18.21 Survivor Services Navigator (SSN)
WINGS
SALARY: Non-exempt, working 30 hours per week. $20.00 to $23.00 per hour
DESCRIPTION: WINGS seeks a people-centered, empathic and resource savvy professional to serve as our Survivor Services Navigator (SSN), providing a vital entry-point of services for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse (ASCSAs) and loved ones. Specifically, this position will use trauma-informed techniques to communicate with clients via phone and/or email to understand and assess client needs, provide referrals and/or connect them to WINGS’ core programs. Please note, while WINGS does not offer a “crisis” hotline, many adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse have experienced complex trauma. Our SSN professional therefore, needs to be skilled in receiving requests for support from survivors in ways that can hold, contain, and compassionately respond to these requests and needs, under the guidance of our Associate Director of Programs & Survivor Services. The position will also track and report appropriate data and provide follow up to clients on a regular basis. This is a key role with WINGS, as this professional helps the organization meet survivors and their loved ones “where they are” and ensures that the communication exchange is empowering for each client, while also being recorded in our database in ways that allow us to ensure appropriate follow up and key program reporting. Intake and resource navigation is conducted by phone. This position will also assist with other program duties, as assigned.
APPLY: Please send your letter of interest, résumé, and answers to the four questions found below to lori.frasco@wingsfound.org. Use the subject line: “Applicant – SSN.”
• Please do not include answers to the below questions within your letter of interest but rather provide them in a separate attachment.
• Please send all attachments as one single document, saved as a PDF, so formatting will be preserved.
• Deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 13, 2021.
1) What would your greatest hopes be, if selected for this position?
2) What combination of skills, experience and attitude make you prepared for this role?
3) What would success look like for you if you were in this position?
4) What type of support would be helpful to you to achieve this success?
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WINGS
SALARY: Non-exempt, working 30 hours per week. $20.00 to $23.00 per hour
DESCRIPTION: WINGS seeks a people-centered, empathic and resource savvy professional to serve as our Survivor Services Navigator (SSN), providing a vital entry-point of services for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse (ASCSAs) and loved ones. Specifically, this position will use trauma-informed techniques to communicate with clients via phone and/or email to understand and assess client needs, provide referrals and/or connect them to WINGS’ core programs. Please note, while WINGS does not offer a “crisis” hotline, many adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse have experienced complex trauma. Our SSN professional therefore, needs to be skilled in receiving requests for support from survivors in ways that can hold, contain, and compassionately respond to these requests and needs, under the guidance of our Associate Director of Programs & Survivor Services. The position will also track and report appropriate data and provide follow up to clients on a regular basis. This is a key role with WINGS, as this professional helps the organization meet survivors and their loved ones “where they are” and ensures that the communication exchange is empowering for each client, while also being recorded in our database in ways that allow us to ensure appropriate follow up and key program reporting. Intake and resource navigation is conducted by phone. This position will also assist with other program duties, as assigned.
APPLY: Please send your letter of interest, résumé, and answers to the four questions found below to lori.frasco@wingsfound.org. Use the subject line: “Applicant – SSN.”
• Please do not include answers to the below questions within your letter of interest but rather provide them in a separate attachment.
• Please send all attachments as one single document, saved as a PDF, so formatting will be preserved.
• Deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 13, 2021.
1) What would your greatest hopes be, if selected for this position?
2) What combination of skills, experience and attitude make you prepared for this role?
3) What would success look like for you if you were in this position?
4) What type of support would be helpful to you to achieve this success?
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8.11.21 Victim Support and Services Assistant
17th Judicial District Attorney's Office
SALARY: $46,716.85 - $65,403.59 Annually
DESCRIPTION: To provide quality customer service and perform administrative support for the Victim Services Units of the District Attorney's Office. This full time position will support two separate units in the District Attorney’s Office: the Victim Witness Unit and the Victim Services Programs Unit, with work hours and responsibilities divided evenly between the two units.
APPLY: Job posting closes 8/23/2021 9:30 PM Mountain. Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
17th Judicial District Attorney's Office
SALARY: $46,716.85 - $65,403.59 Annually
DESCRIPTION: To provide quality customer service and perform administrative support for the Victim Services Units of the District Attorney's Office. This full time position will support two separate units in the District Attorney’s Office: the Victim Witness Unit and the Victim Services Programs Unit, with work hours and responsibilities divided evenly between the two units.
APPLY: Job posting closes 8/23/2021 9:30 PM Mountain. Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
7.26.21 Victim Services Intern Coordinator
Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance (COVA)
DESCRIPTION: Develops and coordinates aspects of COVA’s Victim Services Intern Program (VSIP). Assists the VSIP Director to recruit, interview, and hire interns and to recruit host agencies. Problem solves between host agencies and interns as needed. Assists in the evaluation of host agencies and interns. Conducts outreach to local Colleges, Universities and Technical Schools to create awareness of the VSIP and to facilitate student experience and practicum requirements. Coordinates intern meetings, which are typically held one Saturday per month, and in-service trainings. Responsible for collecting intern grant reporting statistics and payroll information. Assists with submitting statistics to funders and creates reports using program data. Reports to the VSIP Director. This position was created in 2017 and is funded by a Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant through the State of Colorado, Division of Criminal Justice, Office for Victim Programs. The current grant runs through December 31, 2023. Former COVA interns who successfully completed their internship are strongly encouraged to apply. The Intern Coordinator is eligible for a salary range of $43,000 - $49,000/year, based on qualifications. COVA employees are eligible for up to 12.5% of their total salary to be used for health insurance coverage OR for deposit into a retirement account - employees must choose only one of these options.
APPLY: The position closes on September 30, 2021 with an expected start date of November 1, 2021. You can apply for this position by submitting a resume, cover letter, and two references who are prior supervisors as ONE DOCUMENT. Please note that our ability to speak with two prior supervisors is a requirement. Resumes, cover letters, and references submitted by email are preferred and should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format with the file titled "VSIC_First Name_Last Name" (ex. VSIC_Jane_Doe). Please send resumes and cover letters to Victim Services Intern Program Director Christa Taylor at hiring@coloradocrimevictims.org. Hard copies can be mailed to Christa Taylor, 1325 S. Colorado Blvd, Ste. 508-B, Denver CO, 80222. Due to the volume of applications we typically receive for open positions, we will only contact applicants who will be invited to interview. Please note that COVA conducts background checks prior to hiring.
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Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance (COVA)
DESCRIPTION: Develops and coordinates aspects of COVA’s Victim Services Intern Program (VSIP). Assists the VSIP Director to recruit, interview, and hire interns and to recruit host agencies. Problem solves between host agencies and interns as needed. Assists in the evaluation of host agencies and interns. Conducts outreach to local Colleges, Universities and Technical Schools to create awareness of the VSIP and to facilitate student experience and practicum requirements. Coordinates intern meetings, which are typically held one Saturday per month, and in-service trainings. Responsible for collecting intern grant reporting statistics and payroll information. Assists with submitting statistics to funders and creates reports using program data. Reports to the VSIP Director. This position was created in 2017 and is funded by a Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant through the State of Colorado, Division of Criminal Justice, Office for Victim Programs. The current grant runs through December 31, 2023. Former COVA interns who successfully completed their internship are strongly encouraged to apply. The Intern Coordinator is eligible for a salary range of $43,000 - $49,000/year, based on qualifications. COVA employees are eligible for up to 12.5% of their total salary to be used for health insurance coverage OR for deposit into a retirement account - employees must choose only one of these options.
APPLY: The position closes on September 30, 2021 with an expected start date of November 1, 2021. You can apply for this position by submitting a resume, cover letter, and two references who are prior supervisors as ONE DOCUMENT. Please note that our ability to speak with two prior supervisors is a requirement. Resumes, cover letters, and references submitted by email are preferred and should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format with the file titled "VSIC_First Name_Last Name" (ex. VSIC_Jane_Doe). Please send resumes and cover letters to Victim Services Intern Program Director Christa Taylor at hiring@coloradocrimevictims.org. Hard copies can be mailed to Christa Taylor, 1325 S. Colorado Blvd, Ste. 508-B, Denver CO, 80222. Due to the volume of applications we typically receive for open positions, we will only contact applicants who will be invited to interview. Please note that COVA conducts background checks prior to hiring.
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7.19.21 Prevention Manager
Project PAVE - True Man Program
SALARY: Starting base salary range is $45,000 – $52,000, commensurate with experience and skills; a flexible schedule and generous benefits including 100% employee health insurance, 100% employee dental insurance, 401K with employer match, paid holidays, and personal time off.
DESCRIPTION: As part of PAVE’s violence prevention programming, you will provide trauma-informed and positive youth development facilitation for schools in the Metro area and private sectors with particular focus on healthy masculinity frameworks for teenage boys and young men. You will lead and manage the program’s day-to-day activities and provide training and support to our team of passionate facilitators to deliver transformational curriculum. You will report to the Program Director and work collaboratively with all staff members, volunteers, and participants to further PAVE’s mission of “ending violence by empowering youth to build healthy relationships.”
APPLY: Just submit an application for employment and your cover letter introducing yourself to jobs@projectpave.org. Application is available for download here: https://www.projectpave.org/opportunities/ or click here.
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7.9.21 Advocate/Counselor – Aurora Location
Gateway Domestic Violence Service
SALARY: Up to $34,000.00 per year
DESCRIPTION: Provide case management and counseling services to victims of domestic violence and their children, to include crisis intervention, intake services, individual counseling, advocacy, and answering the crisis line. Ability to handle immediate crisis situations and work with diverse populations. o Provides crisis intervention, screening and assessment services to victims of domestic violence, completes intake with victims coming in for residential services. o Provides advocacy services as needed; may act as a liaison between local agencies and clients on an emergency basis; computes child abuse reports when necessary according to mandatory law. o Provides exiting services to clients as needed. o Maintain complete client files, including standard forms and progress notes, records all clients’ contacts, prepares statistical tallies on a monthly basis. Maintains confidentiality within the team and within the limits as perceived by law. o Resolves issues among clients utilizing mediation skills. o Responsible for proper safety precautions and security procedures throughout the shift, including functioning of the shelter alarm systems. o Ability to answer the 24-hour crisis line and handle immediate crisis situations. o Trauma-informed trained. o Sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of population served Community Work: o Develops awareness of community resources available for referral purposes. o May do speaking engagements as needed and work schedule permits. o Participants in the agency activities and special events as needed. o Strong knowledge of local housing resources • Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Operational knowledge of counseling and crisis intervention methods. • Basic knowledge of domestic violence and effects on the family. • Ability to exercise the basic skills of a counselor, i.e., good listening skills, supportive, empathic, ability to start where the client is, etc. • Ability to develop a relationship with clients; ability to be sensitive to client needs. • Ability to utilize basic case-planning skills, including goal setting and exiting services planning. • Understanding of team concept and ability to work well within a team. • Ability to maintain some of the working relationships with fellow workers, police, and other agency personnel. • Ability to organize and prioritize aspects of work and to follow through on all work assigned. • Ability to readily acquire skills through on-the-job training and/or other educational opportunities. • Ability to act and react in stressful or threatening situations with effective and appropriate crisis intervention skills. • Ability to assess information and make responsible decisions. • Ability to communicate clearly in both verbal and written form. COVID-19 considerations: We follow the CDC's Interim Guidance for Homeless Shelters. All staff are provided with personal protective equipment by the company.
APPLY: Send your resume and cover letter to Mayra Russell at mrussell@gatewayshelter.org.
Gateway Domestic Violence Service
SALARY: Up to $34,000.00 per year
DESCRIPTION: Provide case management and counseling services to victims of domestic violence and their children, to include crisis intervention, intake services, individual counseling, advocacy, and answering the crisis line. Ability to handle immediate crisis situations and work with diverse populations. o Provides crisis intervention, screening and assessment services to victims of domestic violence, completes intake with victims coming in for residential services. o Provides advocacy services as needed; may act as a liaison between local agencies and clients on an emergency basis; computes child abuse reports when necessary according to mandatory law. o Provides exiting services to clients as needed. o Maintain complete client files, including standard forms and progress notes, records all clients’ contacts, prepares statistical tallies on a monthly basis. Maintains confidentiality within the team and within the limits as perceived by law. o Resolves issues among clients utilizing mediation skills. o Responsible for proper safety precautions and security procedures throughout the shift, including functioning of the shelter alarm systems. o Ability to answer the 24-hour crisis line and handle immediate crisis situations. o Trauma-informed trained. o Sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of population served Community Work: o Develops awareness of community resources available for referral purposes. o May do speaking engagements as needed and work schedule permits. o Participants in the agency activities and special events as needed. o Strong knowledge of local housing resources • Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Operational knowledge of counseling and crisis intervention methods. • Basic knowledge of domestic violence and effects on the family. • Ability to exercise the basic skills of a counselor, i.e., good listening skills, supportive, empathic, ability to start where the client is, etc. • Ability to develop a relationship with clients; ability to be sensitive to client needs. • Ability to utilize basic case-planning skills, including goal setting and exiting services planning. • Understanding of team concept and ability to work well within a team. • Ability to maintain some of the working relationships with fellow workers, police, and other agency personnel. • Ability to organize and prioritize aspects of work and to follow through on all work assigned. • Ability to readily acquire skills through on-the-job training and/or other educational opportunities. • Ability to act and react in stressful or threatening situations with effective and appropriate crisis intervention skills. • Ability to assess information and make responsible decisions. • Ability to communicate clearly in both verbal and written form. COVID-19 considerations: We follow the CDC's Interim Guidance for Homeless Shelters. All staff are provided with personal protective equipment by the company.
APPLY: Send your resume and cover letter to Mayra Russell at mrussell@gatewayshelter.org.
7.9.21 Domestic Violence Advocate
Gateway Domestic Violence Service
SALARY: From $34,000.00 per year
DESCRIPTION: Provide trauma-informed, culturally sensitive support, advocacy, referral and case management services to survivors of domestic violence and their children in both emergency and residential shelter settings. Duties and Responsibilities: • Provide crisis intervention, screening and assessment services to survivors of domestic violence and their families. •Provide advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence by serving as a liaison between local agencies and clients. • Provide after-care services to exiting clients as needed. •Responsible for proper safety precautions and security procedures throughout the shift, including functioning of the shelter alarm systems and cameras. • Ability to answer the 24-hour crisis line and handle immediate crisis situations as needed. • Assess survivors’ needs and help navigate through multiple systems to obtain access to community resources (ex. financial, medical, legal, housing, employment and transportation). • Work with survivors to create, implement, monitor, and update individual safety plan. • Maintain accurate files, progress notes, data entry, submit timely monthly reports and paperwork to meet grant requirements. • Maintain confidentiality of client information and shelter locations. COVID-19 considerations: We follow the CDC's Interim Guidance for Homeless Shelters. All staff are provided with personal protective equipment by the company.
APPLY: Send your resume and cover letter to Mayra Russell at mrussell@gatewayshelter.org.
Gateway Domestic Violence Service
SALARY: From $34,000.00 per year
DESCRIPTION: Provide trauma-informed, culturally sensitive support, advocacy, referral and case management services to survivors of domestic violence and their children in both emergency and residential shelter settings. Duties and Responsibilities: • Provide crisis intervention, screening and assessment services to survivors of domestic violence and their families. •Provide advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence by serving as a liaison between local agencies and clients. • Provide after-care services to exiting clients as needed. •Responsible for proper safety precautions and security procedures throughout the shift, including functioning of the shelter alarm systems and cameras. • Ability to answer the 24-hour crisis line and handle immediate crisis situations as needed. • Assess survivors’ needs and help navigate through multiple systems to obtain access to community resources (ex. financial, medical, legal, housing, employment and transportation). • Work with survivors to create, implement, monitor, and update individual safety plan. • Maintain accurate files, progress notes, data entry, submit timely monthly reports and paperwork to meet grant requirements. • Maintain confidentiality of client information and shelter locations. COVID-19 considerations: We follow the CDC's Interim Guidance for Homeless Shelters. All staff are provided with personal protective equipment by the company.
APPLY: Send your resume and cover letter to Mayra Russell at mrussell@gatewayshelter.org.
7.9.21 Part Time Shelter House Manager
Gateway Domestic Violence Service
SALARY: $14 - $16 hr. Part time 20 hours a week 2-3 weekdays; flexible hours
DESCRIPTION: Responsible for overseeing all maintenance and day-to-day operations of the shelter and grounds, menu planning, grocery/supply shopping, and other tasks to maintain shelter. Job qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Basic knowledge of house and grounds maintenance needs and administrative systems or willingness to learn. • Ability to organize, prioritize and follow through in order to accomplish necessary tasks with minimal supervision. • Ability to relate with businesses, other agency personnel and the general public to maintain quality shelter maintenance and beneficial relationships for the shelters. • Knowledge of basic budgeting and financial planning. • Sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of population served. • Ensures adequate healthy food supplies, does grocery shopping and oversees proper food storage. Works with clients to implement all shelter meals. • Keeps inventory of the shelter needs, communicates and works with the Residential Staff to address and meet those needs • Coordinates and maintains acquisition and organization of all shelter donations. • Organizes and maintains daily chore assignments, supervises overall cleanliness of the shelter, including room checks. • Works with other Gateway staff (including: Director, Advocates, Interns, Volunteers) to ensure that effective communication of the shelter needs, client needs, shelter events, and activities are taking place with the best interest, safety, and well-being of residents in mind. • Assist clients with basic needs if necessary. *These may not include all duties and responsibilities for House Manager. Others may be added or substituted at the discretion of the supervisor as needs arise. COVID-19 considerations: We follow the CDC's Interim Guidance for Homeless Shelters. All staff are provided with personal protective equipment by the company.
APPLY: Send your resume and cover letter to Mayra Russell at mrussell@gatewayshelter.org.
Gateway Domestic Violence Service’s Policy of Nondiscrimination- It is the policy of Gateway Domestic Violence Services to provide services, hire employees, and recruit volunteers without regard to race, color, age, religious beliefs, national origin, actual or perceived sex including gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, creed, ethnicity, disability, actual or perceived sexual orientation, level of education, spoken language, financial status, military status, or any other consideration prohibited by law.
Gateway Domestic Violence Service
SALARY: $14 - $16 hr. Part time 20 hours a week 2-3 weekdays; flexible hours
DESCRIPTION: Responsible for overseeing all maintenance and day-to-day operations of the shelter and grounds, menu planning, grocery/supply shopping, and other tasks to maintain shelter. Job qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Basic knowledge of house and grounds maintenance needs and administrative systems or willingness to learn. • Ability to organize, prioritize and follow through in order to accomplish necessary tasks with minimal supervision. • Ability to relate with businesses, other agency personnel and the general public to maintain quality shelter maintenance and beneficial relationships for the shelters. • Knowledge of basic budgeting and financial planning. • Sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of population served. • Ensures adequate healthy food supplies, does grocery shopping and oversees proper food storage. Works with clients to implement all shelter meals. • Keeps inventory of the shelter needs, communicates and works with the Residential Staff to address and meet those needs • Coordinates and maintains acquisition and organization of all shelter donations. • Organizes and maintains daily chore assignments, supervises overall cleanliness of the shelter, including room checks. • Works with other Gateway staff (including: Director, Advocates, Interns, Volunteers) to ensure that effective communication of the shelter needs, client needs, shelter events, and activities are taking place with the best interest, safety, and well-being of residents in mind. • Assist clients with basic needs if necessary. *These may not include all duties and responsibilities for House Manager. Others may be added or substituted at the discretion of the supervisor as needs arise. COVID-19 considerations: We follow the CDC's Interim Guidance for Homeless Shelters. All staff are provided with personal protective equipment by the company.
APPLY: Send your resume and cover letter to Mayra Russell at mrussell@gatewayshelter.org.
Gateway Domestic Violence Service’s Policy of Nondiscrimination- It is the policy of Gateway Domestic Violence Services to provide services, hire employees, and recruit volunteers without regard to race, color, age, religious beliefs, national origin, actual or perceived sex including gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, creed, ethnicity, disability, actual or perceived sexual orientation, level of education, spoken language, financial status, military status, or any other consideration prohibited by law.
7.9.21 Victim Advocate
City of Lone Tree Police Department
SALARY: Salary of $48,200 -$59,000. Medical Insurance. Dental & Vision Insurance paid by City. Life/AD&D Insurance paid by City. Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability. Paid Time Off & Holidays. Tuition Reimbursement. Retirement through Colorado PERA with 13.7% contribution by City. Deferred Compensation through voluntary 401(k) 457 plans. Other benefits include: Employee Assistance Program, Telehealth, and Wellness program.
DESCRIPTION: This is a safety-sensitive position exercising a high degree of discretion, trust and confidence. The purpose of this position is to provide direct services to crime victims and their families and or designees ensuring victims are aware of their rights under the Colorado Victims Constitutional Amendment and the Colorado Crime Victim Compensation Act. This is accomplished by contacting victims of crimes either in person, telephone or by mail to provide them information on community resources and services; providing transportation to law enforcement appointments; assisting victims during law enforcement interviews; providing court support during criminal proceedings. Other duties include ensuring the department is compliant with all Victim Right Act state statutes and working with detectives through the investigative process. This position is subject to grant funding. Funding has been made available through 12/31/2022.
APPLY: Click here to view the fill job description and to apply.
City of Lone Tree Police Department
SALARY: Salary of $48,200 -$59,000. Medical Insurance. Dental & Vision Insurance paid by City. Life/AD&D Insurance paid by City. Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability. Paid Time Off & Holidays. Tuition Reimbursement. Retirement through Colorado PERA with 13.7% contribution by City. Deferred Compensation through voluntary 401(k) 457 plans. Other benefits include: Employee Assistance Program, Telehealth, and Wellness program.
DESCRIPTION: This is a safety-sensitive position exercising a high degree of discretion, trust and confidence. The purpose of this position is to provide direct services to crime victims and their families and or designees ensuring victims are aware of their rights under the Colorado Victims Constitutional Amendment and the Colorado Crime Victim Compensation Act. This is accomplished by contacting victims of crimes either in person, telephone or by mail to provide them information on community resources and services; providing transportation to law enforcement appointments; assisting victims during law enforcement interviews; providing court support during criminal proceedings. Other duties include ensuring the department is compliant with all Victim Right Act state statutes and working with detectives through the investigative process. This position is subject to grant funding. Funding has been made available through 12/31/2022.
APPLY: Click here to view the fill job description and to apply.
7.6.21 Victim Services Specialist
Intervention, Inc.
SALARY: $16 - $17/hr
DESCRIPTION: The Victim Services Specialist will work with and is under the direct supervision of the Director of Victim Services and multiple Program Managers to provide comprehensive services to victims of crimes, especially domestic violence in a dignified and respectful environment and within Intervention’s policy and procedures. This position may be combined with additional office duties up to and including offender/client intakes, monitored sobriety and liaison with the various state probation departments. Ability to work with diverse populations and within a sometimes-stressful environment while managing a victim caseload at multiple offices and facilities. Provide initial notification to victims of Victim Rights Amendment crimes and upon their request, provides Critical Stage Notifications, crisis intervention, services and referrals to victims during a standard Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm work schedule. The Victim Services Specialist will implement Intervention’s Victim Services Policy to help victims identify needs and will work with Case Managers in providing advocacy and support for victims whose offenders are on probation or in community corrections. Provide referrals as needed to crisis intervention programs, shelters, medical and dental clinics, legal aid, nonprofit organizations, job training, food banks, adult education, childcare agencies, housing, faith-based communities, mental health services, support groups and human service organizations as needed. Provide advocacy to victims in finding and applying for crime victim compensation and victim assistance services. Assist victims with collection of restitution if necessary and intercede with employers if needed to allow the victim to testify in court. Cultivate and/or maintain a resource and referral bank and establish partnerships with victim service organizations concerned with victim rights and improving criminal and social justice practices for victims of crime. Attend all community and local committee and group meetings concerning domestic violence offenders and domestic violence services for victims that may be coordinated by the Probation Department, District Attorney and other community coalitions. Arrange for translation services and educate victims and their families about the criminal justice system, the process, and expectations. Maintain victim files and databases including data entry according to Intervention policy and procedures and criminal justice system best practices.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply online.
Intervention, Inc.
SALARY: $16 - $17/hr
DESCRIPTION: The Victim Services Specialist will work with and is under the direct supervision of the Director of Victim Services and multiple Program Managers to provide comprehensive services to victims of crimes, especially domestic violence in a dignified and respectful environment and within Intervention’s policy and procedures. This position may be combined with additional office duties up to and including offender/client intakes, monitored sobriety and liaison with the various state probation departments. Ability to work with diverse populations and within a sometimes-stressful environment while managing a victim caseload at multiple offices and facilities. Provide initial notification to victims of Victim Rights Amendment crimes and upon their request, provides Critical Stage Notifications, crisis intervention, services and referrals to victims during a standard Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm work schedule. The Victim Services Specialist will implement Intervention’s Victim Services Policy to help victims identify needs and will work with Case Managers in providing advocacy and support for victims whose offenders are on probation or in community corrections. Provide referrals as needed to crisis intervention programs, shelters, medical and dental clinics, legal aid, nonprofit organizations, job training, food banks, adult education, childcare agencies, housing, faith-based communities, mental health services, support groups and human service organizations as needed. Provide advocacy to victims in finding and applying for crime victim compensation and victim assistance services. Assist victims with collection of restitution if necessary and intercede with employers if needed to allow the victim to testify in court. Cultivate and/or maintain a resource and referral bank and establish partnerships with victim service organizations concerned with victim rights and improving criminal and social justice practices for victims of crime. Attend all community and local committee and group meetings concerning domestic violence offenders and domestic violence services for victims that may be coordinated by the Probation Department, District Attorney and other community coalitions. Arrange for translation services and educate victims and their families about the criminal justice system, the process, and expectations. Maintain victim files and databases including data entry according to Intervention policy and procedures and criminal justice system best practices.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply online.
7.2.21 Outreach and Advocacy Specialist (Bilingual)
Moving to End Sexual Assault (MESA)
PAY: $17.43 - $20.11 per hour
DESCRIPTION: The Outreach and Advocacy Specialist develops and maintains strong relationships with community-based agencies and community leaders in the Latinx community and provides advocacy services at partnering agencies to best serve clients. The Outreach and Advocacy Specialist assists MESA client services through support on the hotline, text line and on-going client support. This Specialist provides psychoeducation on MESA services and issues of sexual violence to the Boulder County community. Bilingual Spanish required.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
Moving to End Sexual Assault (MESA)
PAY: $17.43 - $20.11 per hour
DESCRIPTION: The Outreach and Advocacy Specialist develops and maintains strong relationships with community-based agencies and community leaders in the Latinx community and provides advocacy services at partnering agencies to best serve clients. The Outreach and Advocacy Specialist assists MESA client services through support on the hotline, text line and on-going client support. This Specialist provides psychoeducation on MESA services and issues of sexual violence to the Boulder County community. Bilingual Spanish required.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
6.30.21 Volunteer Victim Advocate
ACOVA
DESCRIPTION: ACOVA is recruiting for volunteer victim advocates. We are looking for reliable community members to volunteer for 24-hour assistance and intervention to victims of crime. Give back to the Pueblo community and help assist those who need it most.
APPLY: Click here to apply online. Contact Ashlee at 719-583-6434 with questions.
ACOVA
DESCRIPTION: ACOVA is recruiting for volunteer victim advocates. We are looking for reliable community members to volunteer for 24-hour assistance and intervention to victims of crime. Give back to the Pueblo community and help assist those who need it most.
APPLY: Click here to apply online. Contact Ashlee at 719-583-6434 with questions.
6.29.21 Victim Advocate Volunteer
Westminster Police Department
DESCRIPTION: The Westminster Police Department is seeking applicants for Volunteer Victim Advocates. This position responds to victims of crime and personal tragedy to provide crisis intervention, support, and important information. You will be dispatched to respond to crime scenes, the police department or hospitals to provide direct services after Law Enforcement Officers have secured the scene. You will receive advocacy training and shadow a veteran advocate before working on your own. Advocates act in an on-call capacity nights and weekends and each advocate works three, 12 hour shifts. A monthly meeting for on-going training is required. If needed you may assists staff with weekday crime response. This is a great volunteer opportunity to collaborate with Law Enforcement and for those with an interest in Criminal Justice and a desire to give back to the community. Fluency in Spanish or Hmong preferred, not required.
APPLY: Currently accepting applications for the Fall 2021 academy. Click here to read the full job description and apply.
Westminster Police Department
DESCRIPTION: The Westminster Police Department is seeking applicants for Volunteer Victim Advocates. This position responds to victims of crime and personal tragedy to provide crisis intervention, support, and important information. You will be dispatched to respond to crime scenes, the police department or hospitals to provide direct services after Law Enforcement Officers have secured the scene. You will receive advocacy training and shadow a veteran advocate before working on your own. Advocates act in an on-call capacity nights and weekends and each advocate works three, 12 hour shifts. A monthly meeting for on-going training is required. If needed you may assists staff with weekday crime response. This is a great volunteer opportunity to collaborate with Law Enforcement and for those with an interest in Criminal Justice and a desire to give back to the community. Fluency in Spanish or Hmong preferred, not required.
APPLY: Currently accepting applications for the Fall 2021 academy. Click here to read the full job description and apply.
6.29.21 Director of Non-Residential Programs
Gateway Domestic Violence Service
SALARY: $50,000 - $55,000 D.O.E.
DESCRIPTION: Oversee and supervise nonresidential counseling services to victims of domestic violence and their children, to include crisis intervention, intake services, individual and group counseling, advocacy, referrals, and follow up. 2-3 years of supervisory experience with in counseling and crisis intervention including a working knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence. A combination of education and experience may be considered. DORA Licensure Preferred. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
APPLY: Please email resume ad cover letter to mrussell@gatewayshelter.org
Click here to view the full job description.
Gateway Domestic Violence Service
SALARY: $50,000 - $55,000 D.O.E.
DESCRIPTION: Oversee and supervise nonresidential counseling services to victims of domestic violence and their children, to include crisis intervention, intake services, individual and group counseling, advocacy, referrals, and follow up. 2-3 years of supervisory experience with in counseling and crisis intervention including a working knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence. A combination of education and experience may be considered. DORA Licensure Preferred. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
APPLY: Please email resume ad cover letter to mrussell@gatewayshelter.org
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6.29.21 Counselor (Full-time)
Gateway Domestic Violence Services
SALARY: $34,000 - $36,000 per year D.O.E.
DESCRIPTION: Provide case management and counseling services to victims of domestic violence and their children, to include crisis intervention, intake services, individual counseling, advocacy, and answering the crisis line. Ability to handle immediate crisis situations and work with diverse populations. Responsible for sole coverage and security of the shelter during the overnight hours. Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Human Services or related field. Experience: 1-2 years’ experience in a human service area with experience in counseling and crisis intervention including a working knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence. A combination of education and experience may be considered. Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
APPLY: Please email your resume and cover letter to mrussell@gatewayshelter.org
Gateway Domestic Violence Services
SALARY: $34,000 - $36,000 per year D.O.E.
DESCRIPTION: Provide case management and counseling services to victims of domestic violence and their children, to include crisis intervention, intake services, individual counseling, advocacy, and answering the crisis line. Ability to handle immediate crisis situations and work with diverse populations. Responsible for sole coverage and security of the shelter during the overnight hours. Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Human Services or related field. Experience: 1-2 years’ experience in a human service area with experience in counseling and crisis intervention including a working knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence. A combination of education and experience may be considered. Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
APPLY: Please email your resume and cover letter to mrussell@gatewayshelter.org
6.24.21 Prevention & Advocacy Specialist
Family Tree
SALARY: This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a hiring salary range of $16.72 to $20.90 per hour. This
position is typically Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00 PM with some occasional evening and weekend
hours to meet the needs of clients. Benefits information can be found on Family Tree’s career page
at https://www.thefamilytree.org/careers.
DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for providing individual advocacy, group support, and education for
survivors of domestic violence. Must demonstrate a commitment to serving and working with
diverse populations. This position is also responsible for participating in outreach activities designed to inform the community on prevention efforts on intimate partner violence, the dynamics of domestic violence, Family Tree Services, and how to engage survivors in those services.
APPLY: To apply, please send resume and cover letter to hrjobs@thefamilytree.org
Click here to view the full job description.
Family Tree
SALARY: This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a hiring salary range of $16.72 to $20.90 per hour. This
position is typically Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00 PM with some occasional evening and weekend
hours to meet the needs of clients. Benefits information can be found on Family Tree’s career page
at https://www.thefamilytree.org/careers.
DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for providing individual advocacy, group support, and education for
survivors of domestic violence. Must demonstrate a commitment to serving and working with
diverse populations. This position is also responsible for participating in outreach activities designed to inform the community on prevention efforts on intimate partner violence, the dynamics of domestic violence, Family Tree Services, and how to engage survivors in those services.
APPLY: To apply, please send resume and cover letter to hrjobs@thefamilytree.org
Click here to view the full job description.
06.24.21 Bilingual Domestic Violence Advocate
SafeHouse Denver, Inc.
SALARY: $21 - $22.50 per hour
DESCRIPTION: Under the supervision of the Director of Counseling and Advocacy Services, the Bilingual Domestic Violence Advocate is responsible for providing advocacy-based counseling services to survivors of intimate partner abuse. The Advocate will carry a caseload of counseling clients and must be able to respond appropriately to a diverse range of survivors healing from trauma. The Advocate will provide crisis intervention by phone and in person, client intake and assessment, safety planning, case management, and advocacy services. The Advocate may also facilitate psychoeducational, prevention, and/or support groups with teens and/or adults. The Advocate will effectively implement trauma-informed practices and utilize an empowerment model to support clients in achieving survivor-defined goals. Services will be delivered onsite at SafeHouse Denver’s nonresidential Counseling & Advocacy Center as well as offsite at community partner locations. Bilingual English-Spanish required. Master’s degree in Social Work or other human service field with minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred. Experience working with survivors of gender-based violence in a counseling setting preferred.
APPLY: Please send cover letter and resume to Abby Hansen, LCSW, Director of Counseling & Advocacy Services at ahansen@safehouse-denver.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
SafeHouse Denver, Inc.
SALARY: $21 - $22.50 per hour
DESCRIPTION: Under the supervision of the Director of Counseling and Advocacy Services, the Bilingual Domestic Violence Advocate is responsible for providing advocacy-based counseling services to survivors of intimate partner abuse. The Advocate will carry a caseload of counseling clients and must be able to respond appropriately to a diverse range of survivors healing from trauma. The Advocate will provide crisis intervention by phone and in person, client intake and assessment, safety planning, case management, and advocacy services. The Advocate may also facilitate psychoeducational, prevention, and/or support groups with teens and/or adults. The Advocate will effectively implement trauma-informed practices and utilize an empowerment model to support clients in achieving survivor-defined goals. Services will be delivered onsite at SafeHouse Denver’s nonresidential Counseling & Advocacy Center as well as offsite at community partner locations. Bilingual English-Spanish required. Master’s degree in Social Work or other human service field with minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred. Experience working with survivors of gender-based violence in a counseling setting preferred.
APPLY: Please send cover letter and resume to Abby Hansen, LCSW, Director of Counseling & Advocacy Services at ahansen@safehouse-denver.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
6.23.21 Bilingual Legal Services Advocate
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: This position provides bilingual (English and Spanish speaking) confidential legal advocacy to victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Advocacy includes, but is not limited to, assisting with legal consultations, legal support planning, assisting in coordinating the legal service referral and protective order process, and providing court and community outreach education and support.
APPLY: Click here to apply online.
View the full job description online here.
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: This position provides bilingual (English and Spanish speaking) confidential legal advocacy to victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Advocacy includes, but is not limited to, assisting with legal consultations, legal support planning, assisting in coordinating the legal service referral and protective order process, and providing court and community outreach education and support.
APPLY: Click here to apply online.
View the full job description online here.
6.23.21 Victim Witness Specialist (Part-time)
Jefferson County District Attorney's Office
PAY: This role is part-time working 24 hours a week and is not benefit eligible. The hiring wage is expected to be $23.00/hour.
DESCRIPTION: The Victim/Witness Specialist is responsible for providing support and guidance to victims and witnesses through the prosecutorial phase of the criminal justice system for the misdemeanor domestic violence program and collaborating with County Court staff in the Office of the District Attorney.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and for instructions to apply.
Jefferson County District Attorney's Office
PAY: This role is part-time working 24 hours a week and is not benefit eligible. The hiring wage is expected to be $23.00/hour.
DESCRIPTION: The Victim/Witness Specialist is responsible for providing support and guidance to victims and witnesses through the prosecutorial phase of the criminal justice system for the misdemeanor domestic violence program and collaborating with County Court staff in the Office of the District Attorney.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and for instructions to apply.
6.23.21 Child and Family Therapist
Denver Children’s Advocacy Center
SALARY: Salary based on experience and qualifications (Salary range: $50,000-56,000 annually). Denver Children’s Advocacy Center offers an excellent compensation package with full benefits which include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a retirement plan option.
DESCRIPTION: This position is full time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday). The Child and Family Therapist will provide therapy services to students and families. This job description should not be construed to imply that the requirements listed are the exclusive standards of the position. The Program Director reserves the right to assign or delegate other tasks, as necessary.
• Work as a team with DCAC’s Bilingual Victim/Family Support Advocate and Schools staff to ensure that students and their families have access to mental health services through DCAC;
• Conduct thorough initial clinical assessments on child victim and parent/guardian;
• Ensure that, according to DCAC policies and procedures, all forms related to the provision of direct services are signed by parent and/or legal guardian;
• Provide information to non-offending family members, when applicable, regarding their rights as victims of crime, Victim Compensation Assistance, and other community resources;
• Develop a comprehensive treatment plan for the victimized child and non-offending family members;
• Implement appropriate therapeutic interventions for the child and non-offending family members at school or home as needed;
• Maintain case files and progress notes;
• Maintain case tracking systems;
• Assist with DCAC community outreach efforts, education and agency functions;
• Attend training sessions, conferences, and agency cross-training events as needed;
APPLY: To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to Angela Davidson at angela@denvercac.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
Denver Children’s Advocacy Center
SALARY: Salary based on experience and qualifications (Salary range: $50,000-56,000 annually). Denver Children’s Advocacy Center offers an excellent compensation package with full benefits which include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a retirement plan option.
DESCRIPTION: This position is full time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday). The Child and Family Therapist will provide therapy services to students and families. This job description should not be construed to imply that the requirements listed are the exclusive standards of the position. The Program Director reserves the right to assign or delegate other tasks, as necessary.
• Work as a team with DCAC’s Bilingual Victim/Family Support Advocate and Schools staff to ensure that students and their families have access to mental health services through DCAC;
• Conduct thorough initial clinical assessments on child victim and parent/guardian;
• Ensure that, according to DCAC policies and procedures, all forms related to the provision of direct services are signed by parent and/or legal guardian;
• Provide information to non-offending family members, when applicable, regarding their rights as victims of crime, Victim Compensation Assistance, and other community resources;
• Develop a comprehensive treatment plan for the victimized child and non-offending family members;
• Implement appropriate therapeutic interventions for the child and non-offending family members at school or home as needed;
• Maintain case files and progress notes;
• Maintain case tracking systems;
• Assist with DCAC community outreach efforts, education and agency functions;
• Attend training sessions, conferences, and agency cross-training events as needed;
APPLY: To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to Angela Davidson at angela@denvercac.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
6.15.21 Floater Advocate
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The person in this position is responsible for providing crisis intervention and advocacy support throughout TESSA programs and service locations. The person in this position will work days, some evenings, weekends, and one overnight shift required.
APPLY: Position is open until filled. Click here to apply.
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TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The person in this position is responsible for providing crisis intervention and advocacy support throughout TESSA programs and service locations. The person in this position will work days, some evenings, weekends, and one overnight shift required.
APPLY: Position is open until filled. Click here to apply.
Click here to view the full job description.
6.15.21 Overnight Residential Services Specialist
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The person in this position provides advocacy and residential supportive services to residents of TESSA’s Safe house in collaboration with the casework team.
APPLY: Position is open until filled. Click here to apply.
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TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The person in this position provides advocacy and residential supportive services to residents of TESSA’s Safe house in collaboration with the casework team.
APPLY: Position is open until filled. Click here to apply.
Click here to view the full job description.
6.15.21 Volunteer Victim Advocate
Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI)
DESCRIPTION: Do you enjoy helping people? Victim Outreach is currently accepting applications for the Fall 2021 Victim Advocate training. Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI) offers opportunities to work directly with crime victims, offering support and access to resources during a critical stage or trauma. No Experience Necessary. You must live within 20 minutes of Arvada, Wheat Ridge, and Golden Police Departments, and you must be 21 years of age.
APPLY: For more information, please contact Victim Outreach Inc. at 303-202-2196 or email victimoutreachinfo@gmail.com
Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI)
DESCRIPTION: Do you enjoy helping people? Victim Outreach is currently accepting applications for the Fall 2021 Victim Advocate training. Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI) offers opportunities to work directly with crime victims, offering support and access to resources during a critical stage or trauma. No Experience Necessary. You must live within 20 minutes of Arvada, Wheat Ridge, and Golden Police Departments, and you must be 21 years of age.
APPLY: For more information, please contact Victim Outreach Inc. at 303-202-2196 or email victimoutreachinfo@gmail.com