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:
2.11.20 Volunteer Victim Advocate
17th Judicial District Attorney's Office, Adams and Broomfield Counties
DESCRIPTION: Volunteers will be providing direct services to victims of domestic violence with the Domestic Violence Fast Track Prosecution Program. Volunteers may also provide assistance with administrative duties and/ or other Victim Witness Services Unit services. Essential duties include, but are not limited to, providing victims with support, information and assistance regarding the criminal justice system; accompanying victims to court; discussing safety concerns and conducting safety planning with victims. Other duties include data entry, filing, answering phones and providing assistance to Victim Witness Services Unit team members as determined necessary.
APPLY: Posting closes 4:30 PM on 2/24/2020. Click here to view the full posting and to apply.
17th Judicial District Attorney's Office, Adams and Broomfield Counties
DESCRIPTION: Volunteers will be providing direct services to victims of domestic violence with the Domestic Violence Fast Track Prosecution Program. Volunteers may also provide assistance with administrative duties and/ or other Victim Witness Services Unit services. Essential duties include, but are not limited to, providing victims with support, information and assistance regarding the criminal justice system; accompanying victims to court; discussing safety concerns and conducting safety planning with victims. Other duties include data entry, filing, answering phones and providing assistance to Victim Witness Services Unit team members as determined necessary.
APPLY: Posting closes 4:30 PM on 2/24/2020. Click here to view the full posting and to apply.
1.8.20 Clinical Program Manager
The Crisis Center
SALARY: Salary range $60,000-$65,000
DESCRIPTION: The Clinical Program Manager provides therapeutic services to Crisis Center clients (limited caseload), oversees clinical programming, and provides clinical supervision to staff therapists and master’s level interns. This position is directly supervised by the Director of Programs. This is a full time (40 hours per week), salaried, exempt position.
APPLY: Job positing is open until 2/25/20. Email resume to Jody Curl at jcurl@thecrisiscenter.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
The Crisis Center
SALARY: Salary range $60,000-$65,000
DESCRIPTION: The Clinical Program Manager provides therapeutic services to Crisis Center clients (limited caseload), oversees clinical programming, and provides clinical supervision to staff therapists and master’s level interns. This position is directly supervised by the Director of Programs. This is a full time (40 hours per week), salaried, exempt position.
APPLY: Job positing is open until 2/25/20. Email resume to Jody Curl at jcurl@thecrisiscenter.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
2.7.20 Victim Services Specialist
Rocky Mountain Victim Law Center (RMvlc)
SALARY: $42,500 - $49,938
DESCRIPTION: Rocky Mountain Victim Law Center (RMvlc) elevates victims’ voices, champions victims’ rights, and transforms the systems impacting them. RMvlc is seeking a Victim Services Specialist who will be primarily dedicated to providing support, advocacy, and legal case management to survivors engaged with RMvlc’s Title IX Legal Services Program. In collaboration with other RMvlc staff members,this position will assist with the prioritization and selection of cases. The Victim Services Specialist is also responsible for providing technical assistance to service providers and occasionally will be asked to conduct outreach as well as trainings in the community related to Title IX.
APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and salary history by email to Emily Tofte Nestaval, Executive Director, atemily@rmvictimlaw.org. Include, “Victim Services Specialist” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Applications received by February 14, 2020, will be given priority. No phone calls please.
Click here to view the full job description.
Rocky Mountain Victim Law Center (RMvlc)
SALARY: $42,500 - $49,938
DESCRIPTION: Rocky Mountain Victim Law Center (RMvlc) elevates victims’ voices, champions victims’ rights, and transforms the systems impacting them. RMvlc is seeking a Victim Services Specialist who will be primarily dedicated to providing support, advocacy, and legal case management to survivors engaged with RMvlc’s Title IX Legal Services Program. In collaboration with other RMvlc staff members,this position will assist with the prioritization and selection of cases. The Victim Services Specialist is also responsible for providing technical assistance to service providers and occasionally will be asked to conduct outreach as well as trainings in the community related to Title IX.
APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and salary history by email to Emily Tofte Nestaval, Executive Director, atemily@rmvictimlaw.org. Include, “Victim Services Specialist” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Applications received by February 14, 2020, will be given priority. No phone calls please.
Click here to view the full job description.
2.5.20 Clinical Director
Extended Hands of Hope
SALARY: $60,000-65,000, eligible for health benefits and PTO.
DESCRIPTION: The Director of Clinical Services will be responsible for overseeing and developing the clinical department including hiring, supervision, evaluation and scheduling of all clinical staff, developing, planning, and implementing strategies for all programs within Extended Hands of Hope. The Director of Clinical Services will provide clinical training to clinical staff, interns, and other program staff. This position must have a positive and supportive attitude toward Extended Hands of Hope’s mission and overall practices. This position provides both clinical and personnel supervision of the clinical staff. The Director of Clinical Services must possess extensive knowledge of trauma-informed practices and care, strong ability to solve complex problems, and have good decision-making skills, including critical thinking skills.
APPLY: To apply, send resume and cover letter to kristen@extendedhandsofhope.org.
Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
Extended Hands of Hope
SALARY: $60,000-65,000, eligible for health benefits and PTO.
DESCRIPTION: The Director of Clinical Services will be responsible for overseeing and developing the clinical department including hiring, supervision, evaluation and scheduling of all clinical staff, developing, planning, and implementing strategies for all programs within Extended Hands of Hope. The Director of Clinical Services will provide clinical training to clinical staff, interns, and other program staff. This position must have a positive and supportive attitude toward Extended Hands of Hope’s mission and overall practices. This position provides both clinical and personnel supervision of the clinical staff. The Director of Clinical Services must possess extensive knowledge of trauma-informed practices and care, strong ability to solve complex problems, and have good decision-making skills, including critical thinking skills.
APPLY: To apply, send resume and cover letter to kristen@extendedhandsofhope.org.
Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
2.5.20 Residential Program Manager
Extended Hands of Hope
SALARY: Full-Time; $43,000-$45,000/yr. DOE, Eligible for health benefits.
DESCRIPTION: The Residential Program Manager seeks to develop and maintain high quality restoration programs and provides administrative leadership to all program staff (Avanti House and Forward Learning Academy). This position provides the overall direction of all program staff, assuming a key leadership role in the areas of human resources, operational plans, regulatory compliance, program evaluation, policies and procedures, and budget management. The Residential Program Manager ensures department services and goals are accomplished by providing appropriate direction, monitoring, and reviews. The Residential Program Manager will also participate in research for funding sources. We highly encourage survivors of sex trafficking to apply. In accordance with best practices, we ask that survivors have been living a healthy lifestyle and maintaining their own self care for a minimum of 5 years before applying.
APPLY: To apply, send resume and cover letter to kristen@extendedhandsofhope.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
Extended Hands of Hope
SALARY: Full-Time; $43,000-$45,000/yr. DOE, Eligible for health benefits.
DESCRIPTION: The Residential Program Manager seeks to develop and maintain high quality restoration programs and provides administrative leadership to all program staff (Avanti House and Forward Learning Academy). This position provides the overall direction of all program staff, assuming a key leadership role in the areas of human resources, operational plans, regulatory compliance, program evaluation, policies and procedures, and budget management. The Residential Program Manager ensures department services and goals are accomplished by providing appropriate direction, monitoring, and reviews. The Residential Program Manager will also participate in research for funding sources. We highly encourage survivors of sex trafficking to apply. In accordance with best practices, we ask that survivors have been living a healthy lifestyle and maintaining their own self care for a minimum of 5 years before applying.
APPLY: To apply, send resume and cover letter to kristen@extendedhandsofhope.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
1.30.20 Director of Development
Denver Children’s Advocacy Center
DESCRIPTION: The Director of Development is responsible for planning, organizing and directing all DCAC fundraising events, as well as the major gifts program, annual fund, planned giving, special events and capital campaigns. The Director of Development works closely with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors in all development and fundraising endeavors.
APPLY: Email your resume and cover letter by February 19th, 2020, with "Director of Development" in the subject line to HumanResources@DenverCAC.org or send by mail to: Denver Children’s Advocacy Center, ATTN: Human Resources, 2149 Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80211
Click here to view the full job description.
Denver Children’s Advocacy Center
DESCRIPTION: The Director of Development is responsible for planning, organizing and directing all DCAC fundraising events, as well as the major gifts program, annual fund, planned giving, special events and capital campaigns. The Director of Development works closely with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors in all development and fundraising endeavors.
APPLY: Email your resume and cover letter by February 19th, 2020, with "Director of Development" in the subject line to HumanResources@DenverCAC.org or send by mail to: Denver Children’s Advocacy Center, ATTN: Human Resources, 2149 Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80211
Click here to view the full job description.
1.30.20 Haseya Advocate
Red Wind Consulting, Inc., Haseya Advocate Program
DESCRIPTION: The Haseya Advocate is responsible for providing direct services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking and elder abuse. Central to the Advocate’s work is to provide comprehensive and dynamic safety planning, and provide trauma informed/ historical trauma informed advocacy that is culturally appropriate.
APPLY: Submit your cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a writing sample (maximum length one page) that you believe best expresses your commitment and passion for this position. Email all 3 documents to admin@red-wind.net.
View full job description and apply online here.
Red Wind Consulting, Inc., Haseya Advocate Program
DESCRIPTION: The Haseya Advocate is responsible for providing direct services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking and elder abuse. Central to the Advocate’s work is to provide comprehensive and dynamic safety planning, and provide trauma informed/ historical trauma informed advocacy that is culturally appropriate.
APPLY: Submit your cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a writing sample (maximum length one page) that you believe best expresses your commitment and passion for this position. Email all 3 documents to admin@red-wind.net.
View full job description and apply online here.
1.30.20 Assistant to the Director
Red Wind Consulting, Inc., Haseya Advocate Program
DESCRIPTION: The Administrative Assistant supports the work of the Executive Director to ensure the efficient day-to-day operations. This includes working to ensure Red Wind provides quality, effective services. The appropriate candidate will have knowledge and experience with tribal/native environments and possess the qualifications listed within the job posting.
APPLY: Submit your cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a writing sample (maximum length one page) that you believe best expresses your commitment and passion for this position. Email all 3 documents to admin@red-wind.net.
View full job description and apply online here.
Red Wind Consulting, Inc., Haseya Advocate Program
DESCRIPTION: The Administrative Assistant supports the work of the Executive Director to ensure the efficient day-to-day operations. This includes working to ensure Red Wind provides quality, effective services. The appropriate candidate will have knowledge and experience with tribal/native environments and possess the qualifications listed within the job posting.
APPLY: Submit your cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a writing sample (maximum length one page) that you believe best expresses your commitment and passion for this position. Email all 3 documents to admin@red-wind.net.
View full job description and apply online here.
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1.30.20 Tribal Elder Abuse Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator
Red Wind Consulting, Inc., Haseya Advocate Program
DESCRIPTION: The Tribal Elder Abuse Technical Assistance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating training and technical assistance activities for the Elder Abuse Multi-Disciplinary Team Technical Assistance Project for Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) tribal grantee programs. This includes working with Red Wind Executive Director, Red Wind TA Coordinators and staff, project partners, and consultants to ensure Red Wind provides quality, effective training and technical assistance. Work is focused on assisting tribal programs to develop and enhance their multi-disciplinary response to Elder Abuse with their tribal while assisting them with strategies to be successful in their work; this will include their victim services, law enforcement response and adult protection as well as other partners relevant to the tribal response.
APPLY: Submit your cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a writing sample (maximum length one page) that you believe best expresses your commitment and passion for this position. Email all 3 documents to admin@red-wind.net.
View full job description and apply online here.
Red Wind Consulting, Inc., Haseya Advocate Program
DESCRIPTION: The Tribal Elder Abuse Technical Assistance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating training and technical assistance activities for the Elder Abuse Multi-Disciplinary Team Technical Assistance Project for Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) tribal grantee programs. This includes working with Red Wind Executive Director, Red Wind TA Coordinators and staff, project partners, and consultants to ensure Red Wind provides quality, effective training and technical assistance. Work is focused on assisting tribal programs to develop and enhance their multi-disciplinary response to Elder Abuse with their tribal while assisting them with strategies to be successful in their work; this will include their victim services, law enforcement response and adult protection as well as other partners relevant to the tribal response.
APPLY: Submit your cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a writing sample (maximum length one page) that you believe best expresses your commitment and passion for this position. Email all 3 documents to admin@red-wind.net.
View full job description and apply online here.
1.30.20 Tribal Housing and Homeless Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator
Red Wind Consulting, Inc., Haseya Advocate Program
DESCRIPTION: The Tribal Housing and Homeless Technical Assistance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating training and technical assistance activities for the Housing and Homeless Training and Technical Assistance for Office on Violence against Women (OVW) tribal grantee programs. This includes working with Red Wind Executive Director, Red Wind TA Coordinators and staff, project partners, and consultants to ensure Red Wind provides quality, effective training and technical assistance. Worked is focused on assisting tribal programs to develop their transitional housing program, emergency shelter and hosing options for survivors while assisting them with strategies to be successful in their work. Anticipated start date is mid-February 2020.
APPLY: Submit your cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a writing sample (maximum length one page) that you believe best expresses your commitment and passion for this position. Email all 3 documents to admin@red-wind.net.
View full job description and apply online here.
Red Wind Consulting, Inc., Haseya Advocate Program
DESCRIPTION: The Tribal Housing and Homeless Technical Assistance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating training and technical assistance activities for the Housing and Homeless Training and Technical Assistance for Office on Violence against Women (OVW) tribal grantee programs. This includes working with Red Wind Executive Director, Red Wind TA Coordinators and staff, project partners, and consultants to ensure Red Wind provides quality, effective training and technical assistance. Worked is focused on assisting tribal programs to develop their transitional housing program, emergency shelter and hosing options for survivors while assisting them with strategies to be successful in their work. Anticipated start date is mid-February 2020.
APPLY: Submit your cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a writing sample (maximum length one page) that you believe best expresses your commitment and passion for this position. Email all 3 documents to admin@red-wind.net.
View full job description and apply online here.
1.29.20 Victim Witness Assistant
20th Judicial District, Office of the District Attorney
HIRING SALARY: $42,444- $51,780 Annually
DESCRIPTION: The Victim Witness Assistant provides direct services and acts as a point of contact to crime victims on primarily violent and non-violent misdemeanor cases. The position requires coordination and contact with victims to offer emotional support, information about victim's rights and the criminal justice system, and support agency referrals. The position involves gathering, organizing, and validating information from crime victims to prepare the total eligible, financial amounts for restitution. This position works closely as a team with Deputy District Attorneys, Victim Witness Specialists, and Legal Assistants and reports to the Director of Victim Witness.
APPLY: Job posting closes 11:59 PM Mountain on 2/2/2020. Click here to view job description and apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/boulder/jobs/2695933/victim-witness-assistant
20th Judicial District, Office of the District Attorney
HIRING SALARY: $42,444- $51,780 Annually
DESCRIPTION: The Victim Witness Assistant provides direct services and acts as a point of contact to crime victims on primarily violent and non-violent misdemeanor cases. The position requires coordination and contact with victims to offer emotional support, information about victim's rights and the criminal justice system, and support agency referrals. The position involves gathering, organizing, and validating information from crime victims to prepare the total eligible, financial amounts for restitution. This position works closely as a team with Deputy District Attorneys, Victim Witness Specialists, and Legal Assistants and reports to the Director of Victim Witness.
APPLY: Job posting closes 11:59 PM Mountain on 2/2/2020. Click here to view job description and apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/boulder/jobs/2695933/victim-witness-assistant
1.29.20 SAFEHOUSE Bilingual Case Manager (Spanish)
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The person in this position is responsible for providing case management, advocacy, crisis intervention, and safety planning for residents in the Safehouse and callers on the Safe line. Evenings plus, weekends, on-call and overnight shifts maybe required when needed. TESSA is an equal opportunity employer.
APPLY: This position is open until filled with first review of applicants on February 5th, 2020. To apply, visit www.TESSAcs.org/aboutTESSA/employment.
Click here to view the full job description.
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The person in this position is responsible for providing case management, advocacy, crisis intervention, and safety planning for residents in the Safehouse and callers on the Safe line. Evenings plus, weekends, on-call and overnight shifts maybe required when needed. TESSA is an equal opportunity employer.
APPLY: This position is open until filled with first review of applicants on February 5th, 2020. To apply, visit www.TESSAcs.org/aboutTESSA/employment.
Click here to view the full job description.
1.24.20 Support Group Co-Facilitator—Master’s Level Clinicians
WINGS Foundation- Denver Metro, Broomfield, Colorado Springs, Loveland, Aurora
BENEFITS: Earn $40 per group facilitated, receive free clinical hours for licensure or continuing education, access to low/no cost clinical training, free group clinical supervision monthly.
DESCRIPTION: Passionate about supporting adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse? Apply to join our team of clinicians serving as support group co-facilitators! Support group co-facilitators are Master's level clinicians who provide guidance, grounding, and connection in WINGS' weekly peer support groups. Supports groups range in size from 7-10, depending on the space and frequencies of the group and are offered weekly/monthly. Must be licensed (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or related) or a candidate for licensure and in good standing with DORA. All facilitators must maintain professional liability insurance while with WINGS. Note: this position does not provide therapeutic interventions.
APPLY: To complete the support group co-facilitator application click here or email Laysa.Shreves@wingsfound.org to learn more.
Click here to read full description.
WINGS Foundation- Denver Metro, Broomfield, Colorado Springs, Loveland, Aurora
BENEFITS: Earn $40 per group facilitated, receive free clinical hours for licensure or continuing education, access to low/no cost clinical training, free group clinical supervision monthly.
DESCRIPTION: Passionate about supporting adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse? Apply to join our team of clinicians serving as support group co-facilitators! Support group co-facilitators are Master's level clinicians who provide guidance, grounding, and connection in WINGS' weekly peer support groups. Supports groups range in size from 7-10, depending on the space and frequencies of the group and are offered weekly/monthly. Must be licensed (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or related) or a candidate for licensure and in good standing with DORA. All facilitators must maintain professional liability insurance while with WINGS. Note: this position does not provide therapeutic interventions.
APPLY: To complete the support group co-facilitator application click here or email Laysa.Shreves@wingsfound.org to learn more.
Click here to read full description.
1.22.20 VALE Grant Special Victim Advocate
El Paso County Sheriff’s Office
DESCRIPTION: Assists robbery victims with short-term crisis intervention, information, and referrals. Assists the special victims population such as victims of sexual assault crimes, crimes against children and the elderly, and at-risk adult/juvenile crimes with short-term crisis intervention, information, and referrals. Provides referrals and information for victim compensation, counseling, and community resources. Collaborates with other service providers to coordinate victim care. Provides assistance with the application process for temporary and permanent protection orders. Provides transportation in crisis situations. Informs victims of case status, victims' rights, and property return assistance. Ensures the rights and needs of the victims are addressed by department personnel. Attends victim/law enforcement groups on behalf of the Sheriff's Office. Assists with Victim Assistance Program daily operations. This position is subject to grant funding.
APPLY: Job posting closes 5:00PM on February 2, 2020. Click here to view job description and to apply.
El Paso County Sheriff’s Office
DESCRIPTION: Assists robbery victims with short-term crisis intervention, information, and referrals. Assists the special victims population such as victims of sexual assault crimes, crimes against children and the elderly, and at-risk adult/juvenile crimes with short-term crisis intervention, information, and referrals. Provides referrals and information for victim compensation, counseling, and community resources. Collaborates with other service providers to coordinate victim care. Provides assistance with the application process for temporary and permanent protection orders. Provides transportation in crisis situations. Informs victims of case status, victims' rights, and property return assistance. Ensures the rights and needs of the victims are addressed by department personnel. Attends victim/law enforcement groups on behalf of the Sheriff's Office. Assists with Victim Assistance Program daily operations. This position is subject to grant funding.
APPLY: Job posting closes 5:00PM on February 2, 2020. Click here to view job description and to apply.
1.22.20 Administrative Assistant - Child Fatality Review (Part Time)
El Paso County Public Health's (EPCPH) Child Fatality Review Team (CFRT)
SALARY: $15.56 Hourly / Depends on Qualifications***
DESCRIPTION: Provides data collection, organization, and entry assistance for El Paso County Public Health's (EPCPH) Child Fatality Review Team (CFRT). Maintains a database of child fatalities for case review; reviews records and summarizes data.
APPLY: Job posting closes 1/26/2020. Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
El Paso County Public Health's (EPCPH) Child Fatality Review Team (CFRT)
SALARY: $15.56 Hourly / Depends on Qualifications***
DESCRIPTION: Provides data collection, organization, and entry assistance for El Paso County Public Health's (EPCPH) Child Fatality Review Team (CFRT). Maintains a database of child fatalities for case review; reviews records and summarizes data.
APPLY: Job posting closes 1/26/2020. Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
1.16.20 Volunteer Victim Advocate
Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office
DESCRIPTION: Victim Advocates will be trained to offer crisis intervention to victims of crime in Arapahoe County and the City of Centennial. They will also provide information on the criminal justice system, referral information, aid in acquiring emergency shelter, and facilitate other immediate needs. Anticipated Start Date April 6, 2020.
APPLY: This posting closes 1/31/2020 11:59 PM Mountain. Click here to view the volunteer description and to apply.
Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office
DESCRIPTION: Victim Advocates will be trained to offer crisis intervention to victims of crime in Arapahoe County and the City of Centennial. They will also provide information on the criminal justice system, referral information, aid in acquiring emergency shelter, and facilitate other immediate needs. Anticipated Start Date April 6, 2020.
APPLY: This posting closes 1/31/2020 11:59 PM Mountain. Click here to view the volunteer description and to apply.
1.15.20 Executive Director
Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI)
SALARY: Starting Salary $90,000 – Salary commensurate with Experience. Excellent benefit package.
DESCRIPTION: We are seeking to fill the position of Executive Director who will lead this organization in its mission to assist victims in their recovery from criminal acts and other traumatic experiences. We offer emotional support, information about victim’s rights, the criminal justice system and resources from the time of crisis and throughout the criminal justice process. Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI) is a non-profit organization that provides law enforcement-based victim assistance to citizens who have been hurt by crime or other trauma. Our Mission is to promote the healing of people impacted by crime and trauma with the Vision they recover and are able to lead meaningful, productive and inspired lives.
APPLY: Please send your cover letter and resume due by February 29, 2020. Send to VictimOutreachBOD@gmail.com or mail to: Victim Outreach Incorporated, PO Box 18941, Golden, CO 80402
Click here to view the full job description.
Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI)
SALARY: Starting Salary $90,000 – Salary commensurate with Experience. Excellent benefit package.
DESCRIPTION: We are seeking to fill the position of Executive Director who will lead this organization in its mission to assist victims in their recovery from criminal acts and other traumatic experiences. We offer emotional support, information about victim’s rights, the criminal justice system and resources from the time of crisis and throughout the criminal justice process. Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI) is a non-profit organization that provides law enforcement-based victim assistance to citizens who have been hurt by crime or other trauma. Our Mission is to promote the healing of people impacted by crime and trauma with the Vision they recover and are able to lead meaningful, productive and inspired lives.
APPLY: Please send your cover letter and resume due by February 29, 2020. Send to VictimOutreachBOD@gmail.com or mail to: Victim Outreach Incorporated, PO Box 18941, Golden, CO 80402
Click here to view the full job description.
1.10.2020 Volunteer Victim Advocate
Thornton-Northglenn Victim Services Unit
DESCRIPTION: Victim Advocate volunteers provide on-scene crisis supports to victims and witnesses of violent crime, sudden death, and other emergencies. Becoming a Victim Advocate is a big responsibility, but the rewards are immeasurable! The training and experience is a huge asset for those wanting to go into the Criminal Justice Field. Volunteers must complete 40 hours of initial training, work a minimum of three shifts of shadowing a staff or volunteer advocate, and a minimum of three-hours of shadowing in Dispatch. There will be quarterly in-service training and voluntary attendance of workshops and seminars available through the unit.
APPLY: Click here to view the volunteer description and to apply.
Thornton-Northglenn Victim Services Unit
DESCRIPTION: Victim Advocate volunteers provide on-scene crisis supports to victims and witnesses of violent crime, sudden death, and other emergencies. Becoming a Victim Advocate is a big responsibility, but the rewards are immeasurable! The training and experience is a huge asset for those wanting to go into the Criminal Justice Field. Volunteers must complete 40 hours of initial training, work a minimum of three shifts of shadowing a staff or volunteer advocate, and a minimum of three-hours of shadowing in Dispatch. There will be quarterly in-service training and voluntary attendance of workshops and seminars available through the unit.
APPLY: Click here to view the volunteer description and to apply.
1.9.2020 Administrative & Development Coordinator
Child Advocates – Denver CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate)
SALARY: This is a full-time position based in Denver. Salary range is $35,000-$40,000 and is commensurate with depth of experience and overall qualifications plus benefits.
DESCRIPTION: The Administrative & Development Coordinator is responsible for carrying out all administrative functions for Denver CASA, and for providing administrative and logistical support for development including fundraising and events. Areas of fundraising activities include: data base management, acknowledgement letters and tax information, deposit reconciliation and other duties as assigned.
APPLY: Please submit your resume and cover letter to admin@denvercasa.org with the subject line “Administrative and Development Coordinator” no later than January 24th. Please be aware that incomplete submissions will not be considered for interview.
Click here to view full job description.
Child Advocates – Denver CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate)
SALARY: This is a full-time position based in Denver. Salary range is $35,000-$40,000 and is commensurate with depth of experience and overall qualifications plus benefits.
DESCRIPTION: The Administrative & Development Coordinator is responsible for carrying out all administrative functions for Denver CASA, and for providing administrative and logistical support for development including fundraising and events. Areas of fundraising activities include: data base management, acknowledgement letters and tax information, deposit reconciliation and other duties as assigned.
APPLY: Please submit your resume and cover letter to admin@denvercasa.org with the subject line “Administrative and Development Coordinator” no later than January 24th. Please be aware that incomplete submissions will not be considered for interview.
Click here to view full job description.
1.8.20 Bilingual DV Family Advocate
SafeHouse Denver, Inc.
DESCRIPTION: Under the direct supervision of the Director of Shelter Services, the Bilingual Domestic Violence Family Advocate is responsible for providing services to victims of domestic violence by: responding to callers who access the SafeHouse 24-hour crisis line; screening potential emergency shelter residents; providing initial intakes for
new residents; providing short-term individual advocacy, short-term counseling, safety planning, and crisis intervention to all residents; providing case management services for up to 5 parents and their children; facilitating children’s groups; and supporting a safe and secure shelter space.
APPLY: Interested applicants must send both a cover letter and a resume to Laurel Tawresey, Director of Shelter Services, at ltawresey@safehouse-denver.org. No calls, please.
Click here to view the complete job description.
SafeHouse Denver, Inc.
DESCRIPTION: Under the direct supervision of the Director of Shelter Services, the Bilingual Domestic Violence Family Advocate is responsible for providing services to victims of domestic violence by: responding to callers who access the SafeHouse 24-hour crisis line; screening potential emergency shelter residents; providing initial intakes for
new residents; providing short-term individual advocacy, short-term counseling, safety planning, and crisis intervention to all residents; providing case management services for up to 5 parents and their children; facilitating children’s groups; and supporting a safe and secure shelter space.
APPLY: Interested applicants must send both a cover letter and a resume to Laurel Tawresey, Director of Shelter Services, at ltawresey@safehouse-denver.org. No calls, please.
Click here to view the complete job description.
1.8.20 Clinical Therapist
Crisis Center
DESCRIPTION: Provide direct and indirect services to victims of domestic violence to promote prevention of domestic violence. Services include crisis intervention, intake services, individual and group therapy, advocacy, referrals, and follow up. This full-time, salaried, exempt position and is directly supervised by Director of Programs. The position requires a person to split time between three (3) offices in Northern Douglas County (confidential location), Castle Rock and Elizabeth (Elbert County).
APPLY: Job positing is open until 1/20/20. Email resume to Jody Curl at jcurl@thecrisiscenter.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
Crisis Center
DESCRIPTION: Provide direct and indirect services to victims of domestic violence to promote prevention of domestic violence. Services include crisis intervention, intake services, individual and group therapy, advocacy, referrals, and follow up. This full-time, salaried, exempt position and is directly supervised by Director of Programs. The position requires a person to split time between three (3) offices in Northern Douglas County (confidential location), Castle Rock and Elizabeth (Elbert County).
APPLY: Job positing is open until 1/20/20. Email resume to Jody Curl at jcurl@thecrisiscenter.org.
Click here to view the full job description.
1.7.20 Volunter Victim Advocate
Sheridan Police Department
DESCRIPTION: Under limited supervision, a Volunteer Victim Advocate serves as an informed source of support to the victims during the immediate crisis. Coordinate and provide immediate contact with victims of crime to offer individual and family support, information on the criminal justice system, support agency referral, aid in acquiring emergency shelter, emotional support and facilitation in other immediate needs.THIS IS A VOLUNTEER, UNPAID POSITION, NO BENEFITS.
APPLY: The deadline to apply is February 7, 2020. E-mail your resume to Tina Ramirez at aramirez@sheridangov.org.
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Sheridan Police Department
DESCRIPTION: Under limited supervision, a Volunteer Victim Advocate serves as an informed source of support to the victims during the immediate crisis. Coordinate and provide immediate contact with victims of crime to offer individual and family support, information on the criminal justice system, support agency referral, aid in acquiring emergency shelter, emotional support and facilitation in other immediate needs.THIS IS A VOLUNTEER, UNPAID POSITION, NO BENEFITS.
APPLY: The deadline to apply is February 7, 2020. E-mail your resume to Tina Ramirez at aramirez@sheridangov.org.
Click here to view the full volunteer description.
12.23.19 Safehouse Manager
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The Safehouse Manager oversees overall operations of TESSA’s 32-bed Emergency Shelter and 24-hour Safeline. The Safehouse Manager is also responsible for planning and maintaining work systems, procedures, and policies that enable and encourage the optimum performance of the people and other resources within the department. The person in this position is also responsible for providing advocacy to Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault (DVSA) clients.
APPLY: This position is open until filled with first review of applications on January 8th. Apply online here: https://www.tessacs.org/employment/
Click here to view the full job description.
TESSA
DESCRIPTION: The Safehouse Manager oversees overall operations of TESSA’s 32-bed Emergency Shelter and 24-hour Safeline. The Safehouse Manager is also responsible for planning and maintaining work systems, procedures, and policies that enable and encourage the optimum performance of the people and other resources within the department. The person in this position is also responsible for providing advocacy to Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault (DVSA) clients.
APPLY: This position is open until filled with first review of applications on January 8th. Apply online here: https://www.tessacs.org/employment/
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12.3.19 Legal Advocate - Adams and Broomfield Counties
Project Safeguard
DESCRIPTION: The successful candidate for this position will carry the primary responsibility of ensuring that Project Safeguard’s services are appropriate, accessible, and available to Spanish-speaking individuals seeking services in the 17th Judicial District (Adams County). This position provides services in the Project Safeguard office at the Adams County Justice Center in Brighton. The Bilingual Legal Advocate must be able to accomplish all required job responsibilities in both English and Spanish.
APPLY: E-mail your resume to Jennifer Eyl at jeyl@psghelps.org.
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Project Safeguard
DESCRIPTION: The successful candidate for this position will carry the primary responsibility of ensuring that Project Safeguard’s services are appropriate, accessible, and available to Spanish-speaking individuals seeking services in the 17th Judicial District (Adams County). This position provides services in the Project Safeguard office at the Adams County Justice Center in Brighton. The Bilingual Legal Advocate must be able to accomplish all required job responsibilities in both English and Spanish.
APPLY: E-mail your resume to Jennifer Eyl at jeyl@psghelps.org.
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11.21.19 South Residential House Manager
Gateway Domestic Violence Services--the Extended Stay Program
DESCRIPTION: Gateway Domestic Violence Services is looking for an experienced house manager to work on the South Residential Team. This position works Monday through Friday and must be available for weekend back-up on a rotating basis. This position requires working in a shelter environment with victims of domestic violence. As the house manager, you will be responsible for the maintenance of the shelter and grounds, menu planning, grocery and supply shopping, the coordination of donations, the facilitation of weekly house management meetings, and the completion of statistical data. Additional responsibilities include providing advocacy and follow-up services as needed to clients; act as a liaison between local agencies and clients; provide intake and termination services; maintain client files, including standard forms and progress notes; and attend weekly team meetings. You must maintain a high level of confidentiality, and work to ensure that proper safety precautions and security procedures are followed within the shelter. Provide speaking engagements in the community and at Gateway’s Volunteer Training.
APPLY: Open until position is filled. Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to:
Patrice Nelson. Fax: 303-761-1782. Email: pnelson@gatewayshleter.com
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
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Gateway Domestic Violence Services--the Extended Stay Program
DESCRIPTION: Gateway Domestic Violence Services is looking for an experienced house manager to work on the South Residential Team. This position works Monday through Friday and must be available for weekend back-up on a rotating basis. This position requires working in a shelter environment with victims of domestic violence. As the house manager, you will be responsible for the maintenance of the shelter and grounds, menu planning, grocery and supply shopping, the coordination of donations, the facilitation of weekly house management meetings, and the completion of statistical data. Additional responsibilities include providing advocacy and follow-up services as needed to clients; act as a liaison between local agencies and clients; provide intake and termination services; maintain client files, including standard forms and progress notes; and attend weekly team meetings. You must maintain a high level of confidentiality, and work to ensure that proper safety precautions and security procedures are followed within the shelter. Provide speaking engagements in the community and at Gateway’s Volunteer Training.
APPLY: Open until position is filled. Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to:
Patrice Nelson. Fax: 303-761-1782. Email: pnelson@gatewayshleter.com
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Click here to view the full job description.
11.21.19 Volunteer Victim Advocates
Glendale Police Department
DESCRIPTION: The Glendale Police Department is seeking already formally trained crisis intervention volunteers. Formal training should include responding to domestic violence and sex assault victims, as well as other crimes. Volunteers to take calls weekday evenings or some days/nights on weekends (We cover 24/7 but you can choose which hours you can be available). Victim Advocates assist officers whenever they request us at violent crimes. VA's will accompany police officers to the station, hospitals or crime scenes to support victims and ensure they are treated with dignity and respect. Advocates will know about local referrals, see that rights are upheld and be adept at crisis management. Will also accompany officers to make death notifications. Call times will generally be from 5:30 pm to 6 am weekdays and around the clock on weekends and holidays. We are able to work with you on scheduling, however. Advocates are also called out to assist in fires, severe auto accidents, or other emergencies. On-call means you are free to go about your business, but if called, must be able to respond to Glendale within 30-35 minutes. Advocates must pass a background check and polygraph, which will include no drug usage in the past 3 years. Though marijuana is legal in CO, since it is not at the federal level, the police chief does not allow it's usage by employees or volunteers for the Glendale Police Dept.
APPLY: Contact Victim Services Coordinator, Melissa Spucces by phone or email. (303) 639-4326 or mspucces@glendale.co.us.
Glendale Police Department
DESCRIPTION: The Glendale Police Department is seeking already formally trained crisis intervention volunteers. Formal training should include responding to domestic violence and sex assault victims, as well as other crimes. Volunteers to take calls weekday evenings or some days/nights on weekends (We cover 24/7 but you can choose which hours you can be available). Victim Advocates assist officers whenever they request us at violent crimes. VA's will accompany police officers to the station, hospitals or crime scenes to support victims and ensure they are treated with dignity and respect. Advocates will know about local referrals, see that rights are upheld and be adept at crisis management. Will also accompany officers to make death notifications. Call times will generally be from 5:30 pm to 6 am weekdays and around the clock on weekends and holidays. We are able to work with you on scheduling, however. Advocates are also called out to assist in fires, severe auto accidents, or other emergencies. On-call means you are free to go about your business, but if called, must be able to respond to Glendale within 30-35 minutes. Advocates must pass a background check and polygraph, which will include no drug usage in the past 3 years. Though marijuana is legal in CO, since it is not at the federal level, the police chief does not allow it's usage by employees or volunteers for the Glendale Police Dept.
APPLY: Contact Victim Services Coordinator, Melissa Spucces by phone or email. (303) 639-4326 or mspucces@glendale.co.us.
11.19.19 Crime Victim Services Board: Crime Victim Representative
Crime Victim Services (CVS) Advisory Board
DESCRIPTION: The Crime Victim Services (CVS) Advisory Board is hoping to fill the open Crime Victim Representative position(s) on the Board. This position provides valuable perspective on the unique needs of their community, as well as assist the Board in making appropriate decision on the use of CVS funds to support victim services initiatives throughout the state of Colorado.
Overview of CVS Advisory Board
The CVS Advisory Board works with the Office for Victims Programs (OVP) to award over $70 million dollars in federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA), S.T.O.P. Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Sexual Assault Services Program (SASP) and State Victims Assistance Law Enforcement (State VALE) funds every two years through the Crime Victims Services (CVS) Funding Process. Funded programs provide a range of crime-victim related services and funded entities range from community-based nonprofits to District Attorney’s Offices throughout the state of Colorado.
Time Commitment and Responsibilities of Board Members
In 2020, the Board will be busy with activities associated with the CVS Funding Process for Calendar Years 2021/22 (i.e. review approximately 50 applications; attend a full day Application Review Committee meeting (Spring 2020); attend a 3-day funding meeting (June 16-18, 2020); and attend a reconsideration meeting (via phone)). It is very important that interested applicants can commit to attending all of the meetings and participate in the funding process. Travel assistance is provided. Board terms last for a duration of three years and additional subcommittee responsibilities may apply.
APPLY: If you are interested in applying to serve on the CVS Advisory Board as a Crime Victim Representative, please complete the application, found at the link below: https://cdpsdocs.state.co.us/ovp/Boards/CVS_Board_Application2016.pdf
Applications are reviewed by staff at the OVP and Division of Criminal Justice before being submitted for approval by the Executive Director of the Department of Public Safety.
Crime Victim Services (CVS) Advisory Board
DESCRIPTION: The Crime Victim Services (CVS) Advisory Board is hoping to fill the open Crime Victim Representative position(s) on the Board. This position provides valuable perspective on the unique needs of their community, as well as assist the Board in making appropriate decision on the use of CVS funds to support victim services initiatives throughout the state of Colorado.
Overview of CVS Advisory Board
The CVS Advisory Board works with the Office for Victims Programs (OVP) to award over $70 million dollars in federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA), S.T.O.P. Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Sexual Assault Services Program (SASP) and State Victims Assistance Law Enforcement (State VALE) funds every two years through the Crime Victims Services (CVS) Funding Process. Funded programs provide a range of crime-victim related services and funded entities range from community-based nonprofits to District Attorney’s Offices throughout the state of Colorado.
Time Commitment and Responsibilities of Board Members
In 2020, the Board will be busy with activities associated with the CVS Funding Process for Calendar Years 2021/22 (i.e. review approximately 50 applications; attend a full day Application Review Committee meeting (Spring 2020); attend a 3-day funding meeting (June 16-18, 2020); and attend a reconsideration meeting (via phone)). It is very important that interested applicants can commit to attending all of the meetings and participate in the funding process. Travel assistance is provided. Board terms last for a duration of three years and additional subcommittee responsibilities may apply.
APPLY: If you are interested in applying to serve on the CVS Advisory Board as a Crime Victim Representative, please complete the application, found at the link below: https://cdpsdocs.state.co.us/ovp/Boards/CVS_Board_Application2016.pdf
Applications are reviewed by staff at the OVP and Division of Criminal Justice before being submitted for approval by the Executive Director of the Department of Public Safety.
11.13.19 Bilingual Domestic Violence Advocate
SafeHouse Denver, Inc.
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.
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.
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.
APPLY: Please send cover letter and resume to Abby Hansen, LCSW, Director of Counseling & Advocacy Services at ahansen@safehouse-denver.org.
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11.4.19 Victim Advocate, Identity Theft and Fraud
CBI
SALARY: $3,708.00 - $4,900.00 Monthly
DESCRIPTION: This position is designed to support the Victim Assistance Program in providing comprehensive services to victims of identity theft, fraud and related crimes. This position will provide direct services to victims to help them regain their emotional well-being, understand the criminal justice process and access resources available. It will assist victims with all forms of identity theft in repairing the damage and restoring their good name. The needs of the victims will be assessed, appropriate services and advocacy provided, and referrals will be made to appropriate organizations. The position is expected to work in collaboration with victim assistance programs in law enforcement and criminal justice agencies, and with community based victim assistance programs, This position will also provide community education presentations and professional training.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
CBI
SALARY: $3,708.00 - $4,900.00 Monthly
DESCRIPTION: This position is designed to support the Victim Assistance Program in providing comprehensive services to victims of identity theft, fraud and related crimes. This position will provide direct services to victims to help them regain their emotional well-being, understand the criminal justice process and access resources available. It will assist victims with all forms of identity theft in repairing the damage and restoring their good name. The needs of the victims will be assessed, appropriate services and advocacy provided, and referrals will be made to appropriate organizations. The position is expected to work in collaboration with victim assistance programs in law enforcement and criminal justice agencies, and with community based victim assistance programs, This position will also provide community education presentations and professional training.
APPLY: Click here to view the full job description and to apply.
10.23.19 Victim Advocate Specialist
Brighton and Commerce City Police Departments
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 and Commerce City Police Departments
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.