Thank you for your interest in Bright Future Foundation. We are currently hiring for the following position(s):
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Bilingual Advocate
Position Summary: Under the direction of Bright Future Foundation’s Advocacy and Housing Supervisor, the Bilingual Advocate will support the mission of the organization by ensuring respectful, compassionate, survivor-centered responses to all survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking seeking residential and non-residential services. The advocate will meet regularly with the Advocacy Supervision Team to create survivor-driven treatment plans. The advocate will work to identify psychosocial needs of survivors, provide supportive services during court/legal proceedings, and assist with the coordination of additional services. Additionally, the advocate will attend regular staff meetings, maintain a client database, institute assessment and quality assurance measures, and provide general office support duties as needed. The advocate will also provide emergency, on-call coverage for the 24-7 crisis line and Sexual Assault Nurse Exams (SANE) and Forensic Nurse Exams (FNE) on a rotating basis. 36-hour work week M-Th- 9AM-5PM, Fri. 9AM-1PM.
Bilingual Advocate Responsibilities
• Conducts intake and needs assessments with new survivors
• Provides advocacy services for survivors including safety planning, building support networks, processing trauma, and healing from abuse
• Advocates a holistic view of healing, focusing on psychological, economic, legal, physical/medical, and educational ramifications of abuse
• Provides co-response for SANE exams
• Provides community-based mobile supportive services to survivors including transportation assistance, resource coordination
• Creates survivor-driven treatment plans focusing on both short and long-term goals
• Provides advocacy services at court and legal proceedings as needed Works with the housing team to coordinate housing assistance
• Assists survivors with obtaining additional services such as TANF, food stamps, Medicare/Medicaid
• Provides referrals for behavioral health and legal services as needed
• Provides emergency, on-call coverage for the 24-7 crisis line on a rotating basis
• Responds to emergency calls/situations as needed
• Completes appropriate paperwork with all survivors in a complete and timely manner
• Utilizes assessment or quality assurance measures regularly and maintain responses in Café database
• Collaborates with community organizations and staff to identify clients/populations that would benefit from therapeutic services
• Actively promotes Bright Future Foundation’s mission/vision by participating in awareness-building opportunities (trainings, forums, panel discussions, etc.)
• Performs all work in a culturally responsive manner consistent with Bright Future Foundation’s mission and philosophy
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Criminal Justice or related field and a minimum of three years’ experience and demonstrated competence in survivor-centered advocacy on behalf of vulnerable populations.
• Strong, proven ability to: mediate differences of philosophy and opinion; maintain calm, efficient, and good-humored approach to work while managing competing priorities in a fast paced, highly productive work environment; work independently and as a team member; think critically and with foresight; carry out assignments with limited direction; adapt to change; and be nimble and flexible
• Excellent oral communication skills in both English and Spanish
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Ability to comfortably drive or commute to neighborhoods throughout the community and occasionally out of area travel. Must have own vehicle with insurance. (Mileage reimbursement available)
• All Applicants must provide enough information for a thorough background check
• Valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to prepare reports
• Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations with a judgment free attitude.
• Familiarity with community resources and ability to make appropriate referrals
Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s Degree in relevant field
NOTE: This job description is not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of the position; rather, they are intended to provide a general framework for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by a person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements to the work of the Bright Future Foundation and are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
E.O.E. – Bright Future Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Hiring Range: $57,122 – $68,547
Send your cover letter and resume to Alma De Lara: alma@mybrightfuture.org
- Cover letter summarizing your interest in and relevant experience for this position:
- CV or Resume
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Victim First Care Sexual Assault Nurse/ Forensic Nurse Examiner
Position Summary:
Under the direction of Bright Future Foundation’s Sexual Assault Nurse/Forensic Nurse (SANE/FNE) Coordinator, SANE/FNE program nurses will work with the Victim First Care team to provide trauma-informed, professional medical care to victims of sexual assault and interpersonal violence who access services at the Victim First Care clinic. SANE/ FNE nurses will perform forensic examinations of individuals who have been sexually assaulted or otherwise impacted by violence and provide related patient care and referrals.
Victim First Care Sexual Assault Nurse/Forensic Nurse Responsibilities
PRN Shifts- minimum of 24 hours of on-call per month is required for this position.
- Perform forensic examinations of individuals who have been sexually assaulted or otherwise impacted by violence
- Provide related patient care and referrals
- Document each victim’s medical history and account of the assault from the patient
- Assess the patient’s psychological condition
- Performs physical examination
- Collects and preserves all evidence, collects relevant specimens, and documents findings
- Provides direct nursing care of injuries and prophylactic medications
- Refers to appropriate personnel/facility for further treatment as necessary.
- Communicates with victims and their families regarding evidence collection, treatment
- recommendations and reporting to law enforcement (except in cases of mandated reporting) in a manner that promotes informed decisions.
- Provides victim advocacy and/or expert testimony in court trials.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program
- 1+ years of registered nurse experience in an acute care/hospital setting preferred
- Live within a 60 minute drive of the Victim First Care located in Avon, CO
- Critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action
- Must have credentials in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire. All life support certification cards must be issued by either the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer. (American Red Cross for the Professional Rescuer is only good upon hire and all renewals will need to be through an American Heart Association sanctioned course
- Must be able to complete Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner training within 3 months of hire
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Sexual Assault Nurse/Forensic Nurse Examiner
- 3 years of RN experience in an acute care/hospital setting
Rate of Pay: $15.00/hour for on-call and $75.00/hr for in-person response.
*Stipend available for completing SANE/FNE training requirements
Send your cover letter and resume to holly@mybrightfuture.org
NOTE: This job description is not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of the position; rather, they are intended to provide a general framework for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by a person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements to the work of the Bright Future Foundation and are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
E.O.E. – Bright Future Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer