Child Advocacy Centers of Wisconsin
Education and Program Coordinator
Organizational Overview
Child Advocacy Centers of Wisconsin, INC (CACWI) is a small 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides technical assistance and support to Wisconsin’s sixteen Child Advocacy Centers, as well as multidisciplinary teams around the state. Child Advocacy Centers coordinate a neutral, trauma-informed, child-focused investigation in cases of suspected child maltreatment.
Mission:
To enhance Wisconsin’s response to child maltreatment by guiding statewide leadership and facilitating meaningful access to Child Advocacy Center and multidisciplinary team services.
Vision:
We envision a state with safe, healthy, and resilient children and families supported by a strong network of child maltreatment professionals.
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Executive Director to establish short and long-term goals aligned with the mission.
- Organize all aspects of virtual and in-person trainings related to child maltreatment offered by CACWI, including the WI CAN training program.
- Provide technical support to training participants and speakers during educational programming.
- Complete continuing education credit applications and certificates.
- Maintain all needed documentation for trainings and CACWI activities including attendance reports, evaluations, and other relevant documentation.
- Communicate with and support membership needs.
- Update two websites (WordPress) as needed.
- Build and maintain a communication hub and resource library for CACs and MDT members.
- Develop and send out weekly newsletter for CAC’s and MDT members and manage mailing lists.
- Design materials related to trainings (e.g., flyers, brochures).
- Exhibit polite and professional communication whenever representing the company.
- Track data needed for grant reporting in an organized, accessible and timely manner.
- Complete grant reports before deadlines; collaborate on revisions if needed.
- Support all aspects of statewide peer review program, including scheduling and related communication.
- Design evaluation surveys to assess training impact and stakeholder needs; analyze results to inform program improvements.
- Process all aspects of scholarship awards including award letters, expense reports, ensure adherence to grant requirements, and submit to accountant by deadlines.
- Provide support to the Executive Director in achieving organizational operations and activities.
- Complete other tasks as assigned.
Required Skills
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe, Fresh Desk, Survey Monkey.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Zoom, Zoom Webinar, Microsoft Teams, and online software platforms.
- Excellent professional communication and organizational skills.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Canva and/or graphic design.
- Experience with WordPress and/or HTML.
- Demonstrates independent initiative by proactively identifying tasks and completing responsibilities without prompting.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in the field of child maltreatment (e.g., investigation, prosecution, victim advocacy).
- Event planning.
- Trained in forensic interviewing.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
- This is a full-time position with a primarily remote work structure; occasional in-person attendance is required for trainings, meetings, or events.
- Requires prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
- Occasional travel within Wisconsin may be required.
- May involve lifting and transporting training materials (up to 25 lbs).
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Compensation and Employment Terms
- Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications and will comply with all applicable Wisconsin wage laws and federal standards. The starting salary for this position is $56,000, with final compensation determined based on experience and qualifications.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and fingerprints.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Child Advocacy Centers of Wisconsin, INC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.