CASA del Valle is an organization serving the San Luis Valley by providing advocacy to children involved in dependency and neglect cases in the 12th Judicial District of Colorado. CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates; we are made up of hundreds of independent organizations across the country and are currently operating in 18 of 22 Judicial Districts in Colorado. CASA operates by way of a strong network of committed volunteers that are appointed by the courts to provide assistance in understanding the best interests of children involved in dependency and neglect cases. With one of the highest rates of dependency and neglect cases in the country, the San Luis Valley is in desperate need of a community minded and service driven individual to help build our program and facilitate volunteer recruitment and activities. By joining our team you have the opportunity to make a large impact on children in need within the San Luis Valley.
Please review the position description below and if you have any questions feel free to reach out to [email protected].
Position Summary:
The Program Supervisor provides professional staff support to CASA volunteers ensuring that children and youth involved with the CASA del Valle program receive quality advocacy. The Program Supervisor position is responsible for volunteer training, volunteer supervision, coordination of cases involving youth ages birth to 18+ and program building activities such as assistance communication and coordination with community partners and other relevant activities.
CASA del Valle’s Mission
CASA del Valle’s mission is to serve children, youth, and families in the San Luis Valley by helping to break the cycle of abuse and neglect through prevention, advocacy and intervention while providing opportunities for children, youth, and families to thrive.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Complete CASA training and office training.
- Assist in the recruiting, screening, interviewing, and training of new volunteers.
- Submitting and tracking background check information regarding volunteers.
- Review new cases and assign appropriate volunteers in consultation with the ED.
- Prepare and distribute assignment documentation.
- Help develop initial case plans and ongoing strategies for advocacy.
- Review, finalize and submit/distribute volunteer court reports.
- Maintain volunteer files and case files in office.
- Attend court hearings and track court dates.
- Participate in Colorado CASA meetings as assigned.
- Provide ongoing supervision, assistance, and consultation for volunteers.
- Participate in volunteer evaluations as assigned by the ED.
- Oversee assigned projects and assist with identified needs.
- Attend staff meetings and assist in the evaluation of the program.
- Attend in-service trainings and assist with coordination as required.
- Assist in volunteer appreciation and fundraising events as well as other special events that represent CASA del Valle as assigned.
- Provide office coverage as assigned by the ED.
- Complete work time sheets monthly.
- Data entry and statistical data recording.
- Attend conferences/seminars/meetings as requested by the ED.
- Participate in performance evaluations of this position as directed by the ED.
- Other duties may be assigned by the ED or Board.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
- Have no felony convictions or be listed on the Colorado TRAILS system, FBI, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, or any other abuse registries.
- The ability to communicate with, supervise and empower volunteers to be effective in their roles.
- The ability to work cooperatively with different types of personalities.
- Public speaking/writing skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage and prioritize a large workload and work quickly and accurately with few mistakes.
- Must have reliable transportation to attend out-of-town meetings as well as in-town meetings and home visits with a valid driver’s license and insurance.
- Job duties, at times, may require flexible work hours outside of regular business hours or scheduled work hours.
- General computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
- A commitment to CASA's goals and mission.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supervising volunteers
- Knowledge and understanding of issues and dynamics within families in crisis relating to child abuse and neglect as well as knowledge of Dependency and Neglect court actions and Child Welfare laws.
- Bi-lingual Speaking and Writing Skills
Education and Experience:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in human service-related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Physical Demands:
- This position requires a time behind a computer screen and that can be strenuous on the eyes.
Work Environment:
The overall work environment is relaxed and pleasant. This position can and will be exposed to all environments from quiet to noisy, climate controlled to extreme outdoor heat and cold.
Required Background Checks & Documentation:
- Colorado Trails Registry for Child Abuse/Neglect
- Criminal Background Investigation (CBI & FBI)
- Colorado Sex Offender Registration Check
- National Sex Offender Registration Check
- Reference Check
- Transcripts
- I-9 Documentation
Available Benefits:
- Mileage Reimbursement for out of county business
- Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick and other leave opportunities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Alamosa, CO 81101 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Alamosa, CO 81101: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
