Position Title: Victim Advocate – Lusk
Location: Lusk, WY and Douglas, WY (in-person responses may be required throughout Converse and Niobrara Counties)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Executive Director
Position Type: Full-time preferred; part-time will be considered for the right candidate
Benefits: Wyoming Retirement, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave, RISE Direct Primary Care Membership

Position Summary:
The Victim Advocate provides support and empowerment to victims of crime through crisis intervention, direct advocacy, prevention/awareness efforts, and fundraising. This position is ideally full-time; however, CHC is open to part-time arrangements for a candidate who is an excellent fit.

Core Service Areas:
The majority of CHC’s advocacy work focuses on domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, elder abuse, child abuse, and human trafficking. This work requires a deep commitment and passion for helping individuals in crisis. Please note: advocates are at increased risk for secondary traumatic stress and vicarious trauma. Candidates with unresolved trauma, who lack a strong connection to the mission, or lack adequate self-care practices may be at higher risk of burnout.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Ability to pass a background check, central registry screenings, and motor vehicle check

• Have access to reliable transportation

• Ability to maintain confidentiality under W.S. 6-12-116

• Completion of 40-hour victim advocate training within three months of hire

• Proficient computer skills preferred (Google Drive and Microsoft Office)

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Ability to self-start

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong problem-solving skills and follow-through

• Compassionate, non-judgmental approach to advocacy

• Strong work ethic and dedication to CHC’s mission

Work Location Expectations:

• Staff the Lusk office one day per week (with potential for increased hours as training progresses)

• Staff the Douglas office on remaining days and as needed

• Occasional in-person response may be required in any part of Converse or Niobrara Counties

Key Responsibilities:

Victim Advocacy

• Conduct intake assessments to determine client eligibility

• Provide direct services and support to qualifying clients

• Participate in the HOPE Line (24/7 crisis line) rotation

• Respond to calls from law enforcement or hospitals

• Complete mandatory reporting when applicable

Community Awareness & Prevention

• Create and implement public awareness campaigns (including those specific to Lusk and Niobrara County)

• Provide or support financial empowerment services

• Assist with prevention programs and outreach events in collaboration with the CHC team

Community Collaboration

• Maintain and grow positive working relationships with agencies and partners in Niobrara and Converse Counties. There will be a higher focus on Niobrara County agencies, including, but not limited to:

  • Lusk Police Department

  • Niobrara County Sheriff’s Office

  • Niobrara County Attorney’s Office

  • Niobrara Circuit Court

• Represent CHC at community meetings and events

• Help identify and cultivate new partnerships

Fundraising & Development

• Assist in organizing fundraising events in coordination with CHC staff

• Support event promotion and funder recognition

• Assist the Executive Director in researching and pursuing grant opportunities

 Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client services and statistical data

• Complete and submit Time and Effort Logs accurately and on time

Other Responsibilities

• Help maintain a clean, welcoming, and professional office space

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

To apply, please click open application - answer the questions - upload a resume that includes your work experience, skills, education, and lists 3 personal references - upload a cover letter that explains your interest in the position and what you would bring to the team - click submit application.

If you have any difficulties or have additional questions, please reach out to employment@conversehope.org

We will be reviewing applicants weekly and will keep the application process going until we find the right fit.

You may be asked to participate in multiple interviews.

‍The Converse Hope Center (CHC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit—founded in 2017—based in Douglas, Wyoming. Our  mission is to empower victims and inspire hope through crisis, prevention, advocacy, youth, and survivor support services. 

The CHC is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. The CHC does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnic background, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

POSITION TITLE: Youth Advocate Part-time

LOCATION: Douglas, WY (some travel to other areas in Converse County and Niobrara County)

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

BENEFITS: Wyoming Retirement, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave, RISE Direct Primary Care Membership

POSITION SUMMARY

The Youth Advocate empowers youth victims and inspires local youth through advocacy, prevention, and education programs, as well as fosters relationships between non-custodial parents and their children through the visitation and exchange program. 

CORE SERVICES
Outreach and education, supervised visitations and exchanges, and advocacy services to victims of crime

QUALIFICATIONS
- Must pass background check
- Must have reliable transportation
- Maintain confidentiality pursuant to WY 6-12-116
- Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent required
-Complete 40-hour advocate training within first three months of start date
-Proficient computer skills preferred—Google Drive and Microsoft Office
-Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently 
-Strong interpersonal communication skills—verbal and written
-Capacity to be non-judgmental and compassionate 
-Strong work ethic 
-Commitment to excellence 
-Dedication to the CHC mission

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POSITION DUTIES

Victim Advocacy
-Conduct intake assessments to determine client eligibility

-Provide direct services and support to qualifying clients

-Participate in the HOPE Line (24/7 crisis line) rotation

-Respond to calls from law enforcement or hospitals

‍-Complete mandatory reporting when applicable

Supervised Visitation and Exchanges
-Manage the overall program—including supervision, scheduling, and new client procedures
-Provide parenting classes to clients
-Research and implement best practices for effective child development 
-Document and transcribe observations of supervised visitations and exchanges
-Foster constructive communications between custodial and non-custodial parents
-Provide after hour and weekend visitation and exchanges as necessary
-Attend court hearing when subpoenaed

Prevention
-Organize outreach and education presentations/activities and offer them to the community free of charge 
-Promote events on social media in coordination with Victim Witness 
-Solicit donations for use in youth events
-Promote youth awareness campaigns through traditional and social media platforms

Community Collaboration
-Foster good working relationships with peer agencies and other organizations
-Serve as a CHC ambassador at community meetings and events 

Administrative
-Maintain timely and accurate reporting of client services and statistics
-Account for all program expenditures related to events and according to grant guidelines 

Miscellaneous 

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-Assist the CHC team with maintaining a clean and orderly office 

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-Assist with awareness and fundraising as necessary

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-Other duties as assigned by Executive Director 

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To apply, please click open application - answer the questions - upload a resume that includes your work experience, skills, education, and lists 3 personal references - upload a cover letter that explains your interest in the position and what you would bring to the team - click submit application.

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If you have any difficulties or have additional questions, please reach out to employment@conversehope.org

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We will be reviewing applicants weekly and will keep the application process going until we find the right fit.

‍ You may be asked to participate in multiple interviews.