CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The Therapist is responsible for providing direct clinical services to children/teenagers who have trauma histories or who are at risk. In addition, she/he will provide parent training/ education to at-risk parents, therapeutic parenting to at-risk parents, and trauma-focused services to secondary child abuse victims at the Center. Services will be provided in the schools, through telehealth, and at the Center.

See here for full details and how to apply.

The Lighthouse Child Advocacy Center Family Advocate Job Description

Position Description:

The Family Advocate is responsible for providing advocacy services to child victims and their families when sexual abuse and/or serious physical abuse has been alleged to the children and families being served by the Multidisciplinary Investigative Team (MDIT) and the Child Advocacy Center (CAC). The person in this position will be involved in coordinating intervention services that have been recommended by the MDIT members, identifying any barriers that may prevent the family from receiving services, and advocating for immediate service implementation. He/She will be present when children and families are at the Center and will serve to support and answer questions about the investigative process, victim rights, court process, and treatment options. The Family Advocate will monitor and maintain the case logistics and tracking of all cases at the CAC.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:

Duties and responsibilities include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Maintain strict standards of confidentiality.
• Make initial contact with the family once an interview is scheduled to answer any preliminary questions they may have.
• Establish contact with and provide support for victims and families at the Forensic interview.
• Provide crisis intervention for victims and families referred to them by law enforcement on those cases that do not involve a Child Protective Service (CPS) worker.
• Educate non-offending caregiver(s) about sexual abuse or serious physical abuse and the various systems that may become involved with their family.
• Perform a safety assessment of the family and develop and recommend a safety plan for the child victim and family.
• Answer any questions related to the investigative process and provide feedback to the assigned investigators.
• Coordinate with other victim advocates that may be working with the child and family, i.e. prosecution based victim advocates; Youth Services advocates, sexual assault advocates, and domestic violence advocates.
• Maintain contact with the victim and family throughout the investigation and beyond prosecution, if needed.
• Assist the family in accessing services recommended by the team.
• Attend court proceedings with the child and family if requested by the family or the law enforcement officer assigned to work with the family.
• Maintain and update case records in agency database, “Collaborate”.
• Assist with obtaining prosecution outcomes and entering into “Collaborate”.
• Attend case review and follow through with any recommendations of the team that would require the services of the advocate and enter appropriate information into the database from case review.
• Remain current with professional literature on child abuse issues.
• Assists with training sessions for community professionals regarding CAC operations and protocol.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Education and experience:

An Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in a human service field or criminal justice field is preferred.  However, previous experience in law enforcement, social work, mental health, and/ or experience as an office professional will be considered.

Knowledge, skill, and abilities:

Knowledge, skill, and abilities for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• A passion for helping others;
• Ability to work as team player with CAC staff members;
• Ability to work in a professional manner with members of many other agencies;
• Beginner (basic) knowledge of the dynamics of families where abuse and/or neglect is occurring;
• Knowledge of the stages of child development;
• Knowledge of community resources;
• Skills in providing crisis intervention services to families;
• Ability to analyze and evaluate outcomes related to families who accept advocacy services as compared to family’s who may not;
• Must have good oral and written communication skills;
• Must have good computer skills and ability to keep caseload up to date in agency’s database, “Collaborate”;
• Ability to analyze and evaluate the community’s resources for families and barriers that prevent families receiving prompt and/or immediate service;
• Cultural sensitivity to diversity issues.
• Specialized and on-going training will be provided.

Other requirements for employment:

The person in this position must have a cell phone, reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, provide proof of automobile insurance, acceptable driving record, and must pass a criminal background check, sex offender registry check, and child abuse registry check.

All positions at the Lighthouse Child Advocacy Center are grant funded positions and are contingent on continued grant funding.

Direct Supervisor: Supervisory Therapist

Competencies

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Interpersonal skills – Maintains confidentiality; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things
• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings
• Written communication – Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; able to read and interpret written information
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed
• Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; respects diversity
• Judgement – Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgement; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions
• Motivation – Sets and achieves challenging goals; measures self against standard of excellence
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time
• Dependability – Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals;  completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
• Initiative – Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

HOW TO APPLY:  Please send a cover letter of interest and complete resume with reference contacts to wetzel_tylercac@yahoo.com.

Now Hiring: Mental Health Advocate
Child & Youth Advocacy Center (CYAC)

The Child & Youth Advocacy Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Advocate to join our team. This role is essential in providing trauma-focused support and services to children and families impacted by traumatic events.

Position Overview
The Mental Health Advocate is responsible for delivering trauma-focused therapy services to children and their non-offending caregivers. This position plays a key role in supporting healing, stability, and access to care through a collaborative, team-based approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-focused therapeutic services to children and families
• Conduct clinical assessments and intake appointments
• Offer crisis intervention and trauma-informed treatment
• Deliver comprehensive case management services
• Coordinate care and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members
• Assist with Family Advocacy services for clients receiving outside mental health support
• Provide referrals and service coordination to ensure continuity of care

Qualifications

• Background in mental health, social work, counseling, or a related field
• Experience working with children and families, especially in trauma-informed settings, preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
• Commitment to a team-based, client-centered approach

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to:
📧 francesca@cyacwv.org

Administrative Assistant — Child Protect

Child Protect, Mercer County, WV | Full-Time

Child Protect is seeking an organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join its team. This position provides administrative, organizational, and financial support to the agency while helping keep day-to-day operations running smoothly.

If you enjoy supporting a mission-driven team and helping an organization stay organized and effective, this could be a great opportunity for you.

To apply: Submit a resume and cover letter to lindsay@mercerchildprotect.com

Nicholas County Family Resource Network – Summersville, WV

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Administrative Assistant/Coordinator to join our team. This vital role offers an exciting opportunity to provide high‑quality administrative, clerical, and organizational support. This position ensures smooth daily operations, assists with program coordination, maintains accurate documentation, and facilitates communication with partner agencies, multidisciplinary team members, and the public. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, organized, professional, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, trauma‑informed, community‑focused environment, enhancing overall efficiency.

Duties:

Administrative & Clerical Support

• Prepare, format, and proofread letters, agendas, minutes, forms, reports, and program documents.
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems, including program, personnel, MDIT, and vendor records.
• Assist with data entry, tracking logs, contact lists, and documentation required for grants and compliance.
• Draft routine correspondence and manage incoming communication.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information, including CAC case‑related materials.

MDT Meeting Facilitation & Coordination

• Schedule, organize, and facilitate MDIT meetings for CAC case coordination.
• Prepare agendas, case lists, meeting packets, sign‑in sheets, and follow‑up documentation.
• Ensure meetings run smoothly by managing attendance, guiding the agenda, and keeping discussion on track.
• Document action items, next steps, and required follow‑ups for MDIT members.
• Maintain accurate MDIT records, logs, and compliance documentation.
• Serve as a professional point of contact for MDIT members, including law enforcement, CPS, prosecution, medical providers, and mental health partners.

Program Coordination & Support

• Track program deadlines, deliverables, and recurring reporting requirements.
• Support CAC operations by coordinating supplies, intake materials, and case documentation workflows.
• Assist with logistics for trainings, community events, and partner meetings.

Calendar & Communication Management

• Maintain the NCFRN/CAC master calendar and track recurring deadlines.
• Schedule meetings, confirm attendance, and send reminders.
• Provide courteous, professional communication with partner agencies, MDIT members, community organizations, and the public.
• Answer phones, greet visitors, and direct inquiries appropriately.

Grant & Compliance Support

• Maintain grant deadline calendars and documentation logs.
• Assist with collecting, organizing, and formatting required attachments.
• Prepare draft forms, templates, and reports for grant submissions and compliance monitoring.
• Support data collection and reporting for CAC and NCFRN programs.

Procurement & Vendor Coordination

• Order office supplies, program materials, and CAC‑specific resources.
• Track invoices, receipts, and vendor communication.
• Maintain updated vendor and partner contact lists.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficiency with computers, office software, email platforms, and digital filing systems.
• Ability to proofread documents for accuracy and clarity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information, including trauma‑related case details.
• Ability to work effectively with partner agencies, MDIT members, community organizations, coworkers, and the public.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technology used in office and program operations.
• Ability to remain focused and effective despite interruptions.
• Ability to exercise tact, discretion, and sound judgment in sensitive situations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or a closely related human services field required.
• Supervisory experience required, preferably in a social services, nonprofit, or multidisciplinary team environment.
• Prior administrative or clerical experience strongly preferred.
• Experience facilitating meetings or coordinating multi‑agency groups is a plus.
• Experience in nonprofit, government, social services, or community‑based organizations preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with trauma‑informed practices preferred (training provided).

Work Schedule & Conditions

• Part‑time schedule of 24 per week, set in coordination with the Executive Director.
• Work performed on‑site at the NCFRN/CAC office, with occasional off‑site event or MDIT support.
• Light lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required for event or program materials.
• Must be comfortable working in a trauma‑informed environment.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 per week

Ability to Commute:

• Summersville, WV 26651 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Apply here!