Colorado Nonprofit Association

Guidestone Colorado Ranch & Homestead Experiential Educator

Start Date: 1/13/25 End Date: 12/14/25
Program Overview
Localizing our food system is one of the most impactful and actionable steps we can take to solve so many of our global
problems. Across the central Rocky Mountains and southwestern Colorado, AmeriCorps service with Mountain Roots
Healthy Futures Program builds social, economic, and environmental health for rural communities. We work with
organizations throughout the region who are leaders in their fields, activating community-driven initiatives including
Farm to School, Regenerative Agriculture & Community Gardens, Hunger Solutions (Community Food Security), and
other programs in public health, conservation, and the environment. With Healthy Futures AmeriCorps, you’ll build a
bridge from college to career while building and sustaining healthy communities, healthy people, and a healthy
environment.
Organization Overview
Guidestone Colorado is dedicated to growing a vibrant agricultural future through education, community building and
partnerships. Guidestone’sprogramsprovide a continuum of engagement for agricultural learning which enables
community members of all ages to participate in meaningful experiences and gain practical skills. Our strategies and
programming are founded on the belief that these experiences will ultimately lead to resilient local food systems, healthier
youth, adults, and communities, and a vibrantfuture for local agriculture.
Service Description
The Ranch & Homestead Experiential Educator will run education programs at the Hutchinson Homestead & Learning
Center and is a good fit for a member who is passionate about working with youth, supporting local agriculture,
ranching, agricultural history, traditional arts and experiential education, and building connections in the community.
The position offers space for a member’s creativity, through opportunities to help with agriculture-focused programs
and incorporate arts and hands-on traditional skills into the ranching curriculum. The position is focused on pioneer,
homestead, and ranching education and includes exposure to fundraising, marketing, and farm and ranchproduction.
Guidestone operates the Hutchinson Homestead & Learning Center with the vision of bringing the story of the land
and history to life through events, programs, and community celebrations to create a dynamic living, historical, and
cultural interpretation and agriculture education center that bridges the past to the future of agriculture in our
community. The Hutchinson Homestead & Learning Center provides a home base for Guidestone operations, is a
primary site for Farmhands Youth Education Programs, and will continue to grow to support community events and
agritourism opportunities in the Upper Arkansas Region.

AmeriCorps Member Primary Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Support all aspects of summer camp development, including descriptions, scheduling, and implementation
for 1-day and 3-day camps for ages 5-11 engaging kids in ranching, homesteading, traditional arts, history &
storytelling, and animals to connect them with the land and agricultural traditions.
• Support the development and implementation of Spring Breakprograms, Friday enrichment, Little Spurs
preschool programs, after-school programs, and school field trip programming at the Homestead.
• Assist with the development of teaching and interpretation materials.
• Ensure a safe, effective andpositive learning environment, and empower students to connect to the land and
learn about history, traditional arts and agriculture.
• Provide tours and visitor center support when open to the public.
• Assist with the development and implementation of community events,including AgriSummit, Pumpkin
Patch, Music at the Mill, and other events at the Hutchinson Homestead and Hutchinson Ranch.
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
• Support production activities at the Community & School Farm in the spring and fall as needed.
• Support Guidestone events and adult education, such as plant sales, open houses, and classes.
Location and Service Conditions:
This position is based at the Hutchinson Homestead & Learning Center and will potentially involve service at the
Community & School Farm, Hutchinson Ranch, or other sites in the community to support community outreach
events. The position will primarily involve days of service outdoors, with indoor space available in case of inclement
weather. Co-work office space is provided at the Hutchinson Homestead & Learning Center.
Qualifications:
• Experience working with youth in outdoor settings. Particularly with youth ages 5-12
• Experience working in a ranch setting
• Background or experience with experiential education, environmental studies, livestock and/ orpoultry,
traditional arts and homesteading skills
• Passionate, patient, flexible, intelligent, creative, kind, caring, self-motivated
• Experience with Word, Excel, GoogleDrive suite of office management, or comparable computer skills
• Strongprofessional communication skills
• Clean driving record
AmeriCorps Required Qualifications:
• At least 17 years old at start of service
• Must be a high school graduate, GED recipient, or working toward attaining a high school diploma or GED
during the term of service. Members must obtain either a diploma or GED before using an education award.
• Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
• Able to pass a National Service Criminal History Check (state, FBI, and National Sex Offender Public Website
checks) per 45 CFR 2540.202

Youth Specialist

Salary:- Typical hiring range:  $20.18 – $22.19 DOE 

This is a part-time 32 hour a week position (with the flexibility to work up to 35 hours periodically based on program needs). 

 The Youth Specialist – Gilpin is responsible for the planning and delivery of youth programming in Warren Village’s Gilpin campus of transitional housing for single parent families.  The Youth Specialist fosters an environment in which elementary and middle school-aged children feel safe, have fun, and engage in enriching activities in Kids’ Club, a structured, supportive group setting.  The Youth Specialist also engages in one-on-one assessment, goal setting, and mentoring with youth participants, and supports parents/caregivers with facilitation of youth-related resources and referrals.  Youth programming focuses on social-emotional development and increasing overall wellness and academic success. 

Warren Village recognizes that our backgrounds are broad, and our talents are many, from different lived experiences. We value and leverage our differences to encompass and reflect the communities we serve. We align our policies, practices and resources so that people of all races, cultures, identities and socioeconomic status may feel valued and respected. 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 

• Establish supportive, trusting, and positive relationships with children.
• Intentionally strengthen youth programming in accordance with Warren Village’s 2-Gen model.
• Design, implement, coordinate and facilitate developmentally appropriate evening enrichment activities that include social, emotional, intellectual, physical and creative experiences with the expectation of helping them grow academically and holistically.
• Responsible for direct supervision and management of a group of children in a safe and caring environment and maintaining a structured, clean and organized environment for children.
• Conduct Kids’ Club enrollment meetings with new participants and establish supportive, trusting, and positive relationships with parents.
• Coordinate and manage Kids’ Club volunteers, in partnership with the Volunteer Coordinator.
• Maintain relationships with individual and organizational community partners and seek to create new partnerships for Kids’ Club.
• Work collaboratively with supervisor to help develop Kids’ Club budget annually.
• Coordinate and facilitate summer activities for youth participants that complement other offerings in the community. 
• Utilize a Mobility Mentoring® approach to engage in one-on-one assessment, goal setting, and coaching with a caseload of 8-16 youth.
• Utilize case management skills with parents/caregivers to assist in resource and referral navigation, relating to family and children’s needs.
• Provide task supervision for interns, if needed.
• Assist with resident community events.
• Communicate effectively and problem solve as necessary with youth and parents.
• Responsible for data collection and entry related to youth programming, daily communication through email and utilization of current technology, Warren Village databases, and Microsoft programs.
• Work with team to develop outcome measures and evaluation tools, including parent surveys if needed, to help demonstrate program efficacy and social-emotional growth of Kids’ Club participants.
• Other duties as assigned. 
  

Competencies: 

• Experience working with children and basic understanding of child development.
• Experience working with low-income, diverse populations. 
• Strong belief in the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion; the wisdom of lived experience; and the innate strengths and power of all people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Must be able to receive constructive feedback, communicate directly, have a sense of humor and positive outlook, and enjoy working as a part of a team. 
• Work environment encourages individual creativity, collaboration, teamwork and professional accountability. 
• Technology systems aptitude. Demonstrated proficiency of Microsoft Office products. 
• Detail orientated and organized and able to work independently, with accuracy under limited supervision.
• Ability to have professional working relationships with parents and youth that is empathetic, respectful, and non-judgmental.
• Must be committed to Warren Village’s mission and culture.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Must be 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Proven track record of managing a large group of children in a school, afterschool, camp, or other similar setting and designing enriching activities for children.

Required/Preferred education and/or experience: 

• Bilingual (Spanish, French, Arabic or Swahili) highly preferred.
• Associate’s degree in social work, Human Services, Education, or another related field.

Work Environment: 

Frequent indoor activities in an office environment to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. combined with consistent exposure to outdoor conditions, weather permitting. 

Physical Demands: 

Frequently required to stand while working with child[ren], walk and sit; using hand and finger dexterity; talk or hear.  Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.  Frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer as well as craft activities.  Constantly positions self to maintain equipment, including under desks.  Frequently communications clearly and concisely with children. residents, staff and volunteers.  Must be able to observe children’s activities, indoors and outdoors, utilizing established safety protocols.  Occasionally lifts up to 40 Lbs.  

Bilingual Prevention and Harm Reduction Services Coordinator

Founded in 1985, the mission of Boulder County AIDS Project (BCAP) is to provide support, advocacy, and education to those in our community who are living with or affected by HIV, and to serve as an outreach and information center to prevent the further transmission of HIV. BCAP believes that employees are key to what makes a great organization. Our small and mighty staff is guided by our core values of compassion, inclusivity, person-centeredness, collaboration, and accountability. Working with BCAP means being part of a team of dedicated and passionate individuals who embody these values to provide services to people living with or at risk of acquiring HIV. With a focus on clients and relationship building, BCAP honors its position of public trust through a commitment to open communication; diversity and inclusivity; friendly and welcoming approaches; and a sensitivity to HIV, mental health, substance use, and poverty issues. A successful BCAP employee enjoys working for a small company, collaborates well with a close-knit team, is excited to use their skills and knowledge to help clients, appreciates professional boundaries, and has a deep passion for serving their community. BCAP highly values the physical and mental health and wellbeing of staff members and offers a generous benefits package. 

Position Summary

The Bilingual Prevention and Harm Reduction Services Coordinator’s main goal is to help reduce HIV and hepatitis C (HCV) transmission in BCAP’s service area through harm reduction and linkage to care. The primary duties of this position are to provide HIV/HCV/STI testing, syringe access, and street outreach services, as well as outreach education at community partner locations and events. This position provides these services in collaboration with other Prevention Department staff and key community partners. This position enters data into databases and completes monthly reports. This position reports directly to the Prevention Director, and attends staff, department, and community partner meetings. This position is full-time at 40 hours per week, non-exempt, and located at the Boulder office. Bilingual Spanish and English language skills are required. This position will require evening and weekend hours, and travel throughout BCAP’s service area. This job description does not list the exclusive responsibilities of this position, and the Prevention Director may assign other duties as necessary. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Syringe Access

· Provides daily coverage for syringe access services 

· Conducts street outreach weekly 

· Maintains nventory and orders supplies 

 HIV/HCV/STI Testing

· Provides HIV/HCV/STI testing at BCAP and offsite community partner locations 

· Ensures quality assurance of HIV/HCV/STI testing services by following established requirements 

Linkage to Care

· Provides linkage to medical care and behavioral health services 

· Provides referrals to organizations and resources to meet basic needs 

Community Outreach

· Coordinates and staffs event/educational outreach; prepares materials; and recruits/supervises volunteers 

· Creates prevention messaging for website, social media, and public awareness campaigns 

Required Qualifications

· Bilingual Spanish/English language skills ($50 Bilingual Services Stipend provided per pay period) 

· Minimum two years of work experience, preferably with non-profit organization 

· Bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, education, or related field, or equivalent experience 

· Strong verbal and written communication skills 

· Familiarity with Microsoft Office Programs 

· Ability to work at computer for 2-3 hours at a time, manage interruptions, and lift 30 pounds 

· Access to reliable transportation 

Desired Qualifications

· Experience in providing HIV prevention, interventions, and harm reduction services to people who use/inject drugs and people experiencing homelessness 

· Trained in HIV/HCV testing in non-clinical settings 

· Experience conducting street outreach 

· Skilled in volunteer management 

· Experience in event management  

Exhibitions Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Center for the Arts Evergreen is seeking a dynamic and experienced Exhibitions Manager to join our team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead the artistic direction of our nonprofit art center, coordinating a diverse range of exhibitions and serving as a key liaison for our artist members. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the arts, highly organized, excellent with people, and skilled in curatorial practices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Exhibition Coordination
• Develop and curate 10 exhibitions annually in the Center for the Arts Evergreen gallery.
• Coordinate mini exhibitions in the Cultural Elevation spotlight area and the Executive Classroom mini gallery.
• Oversee the installation and de-installation of exhibitions, ensuring the highest standards of presentation and care for artworks.
• Collaborate with artists, lenders, and institutions to secure and coordinate exhibition loans.
• Solicit, gather, transport, and hang artwork for satellite galleries in Evergreen.
• Sculpture Walk and Permanent Collection
• Act as the main point of contact for the annual Sculpture Walk, coordinating with artists, sponsors, and the community to ensure a successful event.
• Administer the permanent collection of 56 sculptures in Evergreen, overseeing maintenance, documentation, and public engagement.
• Artist Relations
• Serve as the main point of contact for all artist members, fostering strong relationships and open communication.
• Track and coordinate membership benefits for artist members, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of benefits.
• Advise artists on the development of artist statements and bios, providing constructive feedback and support.
• Plan and execute professional development forums and workshops for artists, enhancing their skills and career opportunities.
• Administrative and Collaborative Duties
• Work closely with the Executive Director and other staff to align exhibition programming with the Center’s mission and strategic goals.
• Assist with creating promotional materials, including exhibition catalogs, press releases, and social media content.
• Develop and manage exhibition budgets, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
• Participate in fundraising and grant writing activities to support exhibitions and related programs.
• Represent the Center for the Arts Evergreen at public events, fostering positive relationships with stakeholders, donors, and the community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Museum Studies, Arts Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of curatorial or exhibition coordination experience, preferably in a nonprofit or gallery setting.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary art practices and trends.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with database management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
• Must be available to work some nights and weekends and all exhibition openings.
• Must be able to lift at least 30 pounds, climb ladders, and other physical responsibilities of transporting and displaying artwork.

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

Center for the Arts Evergreen is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. We look forward to welcoming a passionate and dedicated individual to our team!

Office Manager – Bilingual (English and Spanish)

ABOUT FAMILIES FORWARD RESOURCE CENTER

Families Forward Resource Center (FFRC) is a full-service family resource center providing supportive services and programs to northeast Denver and north Aurora metro areas. Our mission is to enrich entire families through partnerships and services that create a safe, healthy, and connected community. FFRC has been serving the Far Northeast Denver and Aurora communities for over 20+ years. FFRC’s flagship program, Healthy Babies, Strong Families, is dedicated to advancing Black Birthing Justice through the provision of direct services, case management, resource navigation, and group-based education and system’s level change through community partnerships, collaboration, coordination, and advocacy.

POSITION SUMMARY

Families Forward Resource Center (FFRC) is seeking a full-time Office Manager. The Office Manager is the first point of contact for our organization and is responsible for creating a warm and welcoming environment. The Office Manager’s duties include providing administrative support, welcoming guests, and greeting visitors and participants. Coordinate front-desk activities, including distributing correspondence and redirecting phone calls. Support program enrollment and warm-handoffs for existing and potential program participants including a high level of working knowledge of FFRC programing and appropriate organizational referrals.

To be successful the Office Manager needs to have a pleasant personality, as this is also a customer service role. You should also be able to deal with emergencies in a timely and effective manner, while streamlining office operations. Multitasking and stress management skills are essential for this position. This role may require working in shifts, so flexibility is a plus. The ideal candidate will be professional, well organized, and comfortable working in an environment where daily tasks can vary day-to-day based on client volume and degree of needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Office Manager will:

• Greet people entering the building, answer any questions, provide directions, and alert staff when someone is there to meet or visit them.
• Answer a multiple line phone system, manage calls by routing them to the proper extensions or taking messages and delivering them within our message system along with setting up conference calls as requested.
• Keeps thorough and precise records of calls and visitor requests by keeping a logbook of records including data entry into our case management system.
• Front Desk coverage- 5days/week 9-5pm (this is a FT in-person position).
• Manage the office log of who is entering and exiting the office.
• Office scheduling and set up for partners when they use the space (we now rent to two other organizations and occasionally for community meetings)
• Accept deliveries and mail, organize them to be distributed to the correct recipients using the office mailing system and ensure they get to the recipient in a timely manner while also managing outgoing mail and packages for pickup.
• Maintain detailed calendars, coordinate schedules, prioritize meeting requests and logistics.
• Help co-workers with administrative duties by assisting them with access to materials and supplies necessary to perform their given tasks.
• Logistical support for fundraising, including printing and mailing donor letters.
• Manage inventory of office supplies.
• Oversee standard office equipment and supplies (such as printer, ink, toner, and paper),
• Maintain tidiness of multi-use areas including front area, kitchen, conference rooms and innovative space.
• Support with special projects as needed.
• Participates in maintenance/revisions of yearly program calendar.
• Coordinate room setup for meetings such as all staff meetings, staff retreats, etc…. (with exception to program meetings)
• Maintain a professional attitude and adhere to a high level of confidentiality for participants and FFRC staff
• Maintains office files and equipment inventory of IT equipment for staff and participants.
• Tracking volunteer hours for staff.
• General administrative support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Accountabilities

• Genuine interest and dedication towards Families Forward Resource Center mission
• Warm and welcoming
• Customer Service Attitude
• Professional demeanor and appearance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong multi-tasking and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and able to work independently
• Experience and ability to identify with low-income, immigrant families from diverse communities
• Collaborate with FFRC programs to ensure effective communication and coordination
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and deal with adversity
• Participation as a FFRC team player by attending staff meetings and other organizational events and willingness to share knowledge to advance knowledge and skills of others.
• Understanding and agreement to follow all policies, procedures & protocols as set forth in the CNDC/FFRC Employee Handbook.
• Adhere to a drug-free workplace, not be under the influence of alcohol and/or other illicit drugs of misuse and abuse.
• A professional, positive, and polite attitude and relationship with employees, volunteers, clients, and community members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, both oral and written
• Ability to read, write and communicate in Spanish and English.
• In-person office role.

Data Specialist

About Families Forward Resource Center:

Families Forward Resource Center (FFRC) is a full-service family resource center providing supportive services and programs to northeast Denver and north Aurora metro areas. Our mission is to enrich entire families through partnerships and services that create a safe, healthy, and connected community. FFRC has been serving the Far Northeast Denver and Aurora communities for nearly 30 years. FFRC aims to address and eliminate inequities that impact maternal and infant health through individual services and systems level work with focus on supporting those most impacted by maternal and infant health disparities including Black and African American individuals and families.

General Position Description:

The Data Specialist position supports FFRC’s leadership team, program staff, and evaluator in maintaining and managing the data systems at FFRC, and is responsible for identifying efficient ways to organize, store, and analyze data with attention to quality improvement efforts, meeting program performance goals, and addressing program staff concerns. The Data Specialists provides recommendations about the methods in which data is obtained from various sources, interprets patterns and trends for quality improvement, and examines efficiency of data systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze and interpret data, and report outcomes to leadership and program staff, and stakeholder groups.
• Identify patterns and trends in data sets, and define new data collection and analysis processes for quality improvement.
• Generate reports and data extraction, when needed.
• Verify data by comparing it to source documents.
• Manage databases, oversee data entry, and perform data entry as needed.
• Support staff with data functions and daily use of data collection and data systems.
• Collaborate with external consultants to optimize evaluation and data-driven efforts.

General Tasks and Responsibilities

• Actively participate in FFRC meetings in a positive, problem-solving manner.
• Maintain professionalism in line with FFRC’s values and policies.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality as it relates to the agency and all records/documents.
• Assist in development of programmatic reports to key stakeholders, including funders.
• Develop and monitor regular outcome and evaluation measures for project goals.
• Perform other program coordination, support, management or administrative duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in public health, computer science, information technology, or relevant field, or current enrollment in a relevant bachelor’s degree program.
• Work experience in a database-oriented position.
• Excellent understanding of data administration and management functions.
• Familiarity with modern database and information systems (Salesforce experience desired).
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Possess a tech-savvy, analytical mindset with advanced problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in planning, implementing, managing, and timely completion of projects with multiple tasks.
• Strong judgment, decision-making and critical thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with others including peers, internal and external managers, community groups and other stakeholders.
• Ability to document and communicate technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and projects, and to assess and change priorities based upon agency needs.
• Strong skills working with ad-hoc and formal teams to accomplish positive results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in public administration, public health, computer science or relevant field.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

Community Consortium Co-Lead

ABOUT FAMILIES FORWARD RESOURCE CENTER

Families Forward Resource Center (FFRC) is a full-service family resource center providing supportive services and programs to northeast Denver and north Aurora metro areas. Our mission is to enrich entire families through partnerships and services that create a safe, healthy, and connected community. FFRC has been serving the Far Northeast Denver and Aurora communities for nearly 30 years. FFRC aims to address and eliminate inequities that impact maternal and infant health through individual services and systems level work with focus on supporting those most impacted by maternal and infant health disparities including Black and African American individuals and families.

POSITION SUMMARY

Families Forward Resource Center (FFRC) is seeking a part time (10 hours/week) Community Consortium Co-Lead to support authentic community engagement with program participants and community members. The Community Consortium Co-Lead will partner with team members to engage in strategic planning, implementation, and improvement of community engagement efforts. The Community Consortium Co-Lead role requires a team member that is collaborative and driven to eliminate health disparities for the Black and African American community in perinatal health. The Community Consortium Co-Lead position is intended for a current or past participant of FFRC’s perinatal programming.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

In collaborative supervision with the Consortium Development Manager, the Community Consortium

Co-Lead will:

· Collaboratively identify opportunities for authentic community and participant engagement on the Consortium

· Identify opportunities for Consortium Quality Improvement

· Outreach and engage program participants and community members

· Co-lead/lead discussions with Community Consortium

· Identify and implement opportunities to address the topics uplifted in Community Consortium discussions and strategic planning

· Engage in quality improvement efforts including collaboration with evaluation team.

· Participate in regular reflective supervision, staff meetings, and staff development trainings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

· Previous or current experience as a program participant in FFRC’s perinatal services.

Knowledge and Skills

· Dedication to health equity and improving maternal and infant health in the Black and African American community.

· Good communication skills, both oral and written.

· Compassionate relationship management with organizational partners, program participants, and community members.

· Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekend hours.

Senior Program Manager

About ABCD

Assuring Better Child Health and Development (ABCD) is a Colorado-based nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing child health by building connections across healthcare, community agencies and early childhood systems to expand best practices.

Our Values

At ABCD, our core values guide everything we do. We center children and families. We are responsive to the diverse needs of families, providers and communities. We value and promote strong relationships and relational health – within our team and with the families and partners we serve. We practice humility by embracing feedback and being open to learning from our experiences, and acknowledge that we’re on a continuous journey toward equity. We take bold steps and embrace innovation, understanding that being brave and trying new things may involve risks.

Position Summary

The Senior Program Manager will provide strategic leadership and oversee the implementation and impact of ABCD’s programs and initiatives, including HealthySteps (HS). As the Colorado State Intermediary for HealthySteps, this role will enhance ABCD’s efforts to improve access to early-childhood care models, ensuring the healthy development of children across the state. This role reports to the Program Director and involves supervising staff, and engaging in collaborative efforts to drive data-informed improvements, program content, grant writing and the development and delivery of training and professional development.

Roles and Responsibilities

Management, Coaching, and Staff Development

• Cultivate a positive and supportive program team culture rooted in ABCD’s values.
• Provide ongoing guidance, support and reflective coaching to staff, supporting program implementation and their professional growth and development.
• Curate team meeting agendas, notes, and action items to promote collaboration across the team, ensuring alignment with ABCD’s strategic goals and objectives.

HealthySteps

• Work closely with the ABCD HealthySteps team to create and implement scalable, customized technical assistance plans and strengthen family engagement and experience at each site, utilizing qualitative and quantitative data.
• Ensure that site protocols align with the Zero to Three National Office standards and support the integration of new requirements into HealthySteps Colorado.
• Offer guidance on data use to drive program improvements at HealthySteps sites.
• Help address gaps in child and family screening and referral processes, fostering comprehensive health support systems.

Data and Evaluation Oversight

• Manage day to day activities for grant funded projects and oversee ABCD’s data collection, measurement and evaluation, ensuring actionable insights for programmatic success.
• Monitor program data and offer recommendations to program staff.
• Facilitate continuous quality improvement cycles (Plan-Do-Study-Act).

Family Engagement & Experience

• Co-develop and implement strategies to enhance family engagement and recruitment efforts, creating strong connections between families, HealthySteps sites, and ABCD initiatives.
• Monitor family engagement efforts, ensuring data is collected and managed by project.
• Ensure that family-centered practices are integrated into every aspect of the program, from support services to communication.

Training and Professional Development

• Design and deliver engaging and educational content for webinars, workshops, and conferences aimed at staff, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Create visually appealing presentations using tools like Canva, tailoring content to diverse audiences and learning environments.
• Lead training and professional development sessions for HealthySteps sites and other partners, focusing on program improvements and effective service delivery.
• Manage the distribution of training materials and updates using platforms such as Mailchimp, Memberspace, and Asana.

Project Management

• Oversee project timelines, ensuring that all program deliverables are met.
• Use project management tools (e.g., Asana) to coordinate tasks, track progress, and manage team responsibilities.
• Facilitate clear communication between teams and external partners to ensure seamless coordination of program activities.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience managing and/or providing reflective supervision to individuals and teams.
• Strong background in developing and implementing strategic plans, roadmaps, or project plans.
• Experience providing training and technical assistance to adult learners, particularly in early childhood or pediatric care.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Strong communication skills, including oral and written communication (grant writing experience preferred).
• Experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and be self-directed.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in program management, particularly in health-focused, evidence-based programs in maternal and child health, early childhood, or public health.
• Expertise in communications and content development for diverse audiences, with the ability to present data insights effectively.
• Technical skills with platforms such as Canva, Mailchimp, Zoom, Eventbrite, and Asana.
• Familiarity with Colorado’s Early Intervention, Child Find systems, Pediatric Primary Care or HealthySteps
• Quality improvement facilitation experience.
• Experience managing or supervising culturally and/or linguistically diverse teams.

Required Education:

Master’s Degree in a related field

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment: ABCD operates in a hybrid work environment based in Denver, Colorado. Our staff works remotely within the state. Employees are generally expected to attend an average of 3-5 in-person meetings per month, which may include staff meetings, retreats, program-related meetings or other essential team activities. Team members work collaboratively to determine the frequency of these in-person engagements. To support remote work, all staff receive a quarterly remote work stipend to help maintain an effective home office, including stable internet access and necessary equipment. We prioritize a collaborative and supportive atmosphere, ensuring our team can thrive, whether working in-person or remotely.

Professional Development: ABCD is dedicated to professional development for all staff, including regular opportunities for training, coaching and attendance at applicable conferences and workshops.

Documentation: Candidate must have a valid Colorado Driver’s License, reliable vehicle, and proof of Colorado auto insurance. Employees must be able to pass a comprehensive background check.

Start Date: November 2024

Employment: 1.0 Full Time

Prevention Services Coordinator

Position:         Prevention Services Coordinator (Bilingual Preferred)    
Classification:         Non-Exempt
Reports to:         Prevention Services Manager

Is this you? Are you looking for a position that supports and empowers individuals in order to improve their quality of life and create real change? Do you embody the skills needed to uphold a workplace culture that values service, innovation, wellness, anti-oppression, and integrity? If so, we’d love to meet you.

COVID-19 Information: It is an essential function and business necessity of the job that all employees are vaccinated and
that all new hires will be required to be vaccinated within four weeks of hire. CHN requires proof of vaccination as this is a
business necessity of the job. CHN will discuss reasonable exemptions for medical and religious purposes. If CHN considers
making an offer of employment, CHN will inquire about vaccination status at that time, including whether the new hire
currently has COVID-19 or has COVID-19 symptoms

Position Summary: 
•    Collaborative advancement of harm reduction education and syringe access program
•    Coordination and implementation of community outreach and education
•    Assist with mobile outreach activities, tabling events and presentations.

Essential Job Functions:
•    Provides in person support during the operation of the syringe access program both in-house and on a mobile unit including, but not limited to, safe disposal; distribution of syringes and safe injection/snorting supplies; overdose education and tools; data entry; and intakes. 
•    Assist with the engagement in harm reduction-based street outreach, mobile pop-up, and delivery services throughout Weld County. 
•    Assist in the building of rapport and relationships with community members, including sex workers, PWUD, community associations, and local business owners 
•    Facilitates educational presentations and marketing in the community, including individual and group level interventions, outreach events, and other materials.
•    Represents the organization at community events and collaborative meetings as needed.
•    Maintains current understanding of overdose, HIV/HCV/STI prevention issues and trends; participates in additional trainings when offered.
•    Maintains and develops referral network of PWUD support and prevention services and provides linkage to care (LTC) as needed.
•    Works collaboratively with the Prevention Services team and statewide prevention teams to develop and support programs that are culturally competent and responsive to clients accessing services at NCHN. 
•    Facilitates intern and volunteer training and support in the areas of HIV/HCV/STI testing, outreach, syringe exchange, and other harm reduction services. 
•    Administers HIV, hepatitis C (HCV), and STI testing and individualized risk reduction counseling to PWUD (People Who Use Drugs), as well as people living with HIV/AIDS; members of the LGBTQ+ community; people experiencing or at risk for homelessness; and other populations who may benefit from educational programs and services related to sexual health and harm reduction. 
•    Participates in departmental and agency retreats and meetings.
•    Works days and evenings as needed, some evenings and weekends required.

This list is not meant to be a comprehensive list of job duties. Other duties may be assigned. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated creativity, initiative, and commitment to pursuing new ways to improve and expand services strongly preferred.
• Desire to help develop and grow the sexual health pilot program and/or Harm reduction program in Greeley
• Oral and written fluency in English and oral fluency in Spanish preferred.

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Public Health, a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Software Utilized:

Experience working with basic office and database computer programs, including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, SharePoint and social media outlets required. 

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

Previous experience in the delivery of evidenced-based programs is highly preferred, as well as excellent communication, client services, and data collection skills.  The appropriate person will be highly organized and detail-oriented.  This position requires personal and professional accountability; self-management and initiative; dedication to quality improvement; professional integrity; research ethics, and cultural competency.  Must demonstrate accuracy, efficiency and superior organizational skills.  Must demonstrate effectiveness in the following areas: task and time management; teamwork; and communication with teams, managers, clients and participants, and company consultants.

Material and Equipment Directly Used:

Works with standard office equipment including computer work station, printers, copiers, scanners and fax machine. Works with word processing software, spreadsheet applications, and presentation software. Communicates with clients and vendors using the telephone, e-mail, the Internet, and fax. Valid Colorado Driver’s License/auto insurance and reliable transportation required.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions:

Works in an office environment. Regular weekly and monthly reimbursable travel required. Requires clear speaking ability and the ability to use a telephone for extended periods. Requires ability to view a computer screen (near acuity). Requires finger agility for keyboarding and using a telephone and other office equipment. 

Unaccompanied Children Case Lead – Long-Term Foster Care – Bilingual Spanish Preferred – $3000 Sign-On Bonus

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**$3,000 Sign-On Bonus**

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains is a nonprofit, human services agency committed to community safety, support, and resiliency. Since 1948, LFSRM has provided support, guidance, and resource coordination to individuals and families, regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age through family and refugee services. We believe that all people, from the newborn to the most elderly, are valued members of our community. If you want to impact your community while serving alongside other amazing professionals, Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains welcomes you to apply.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Long-Term Foster Care (LTFC) program at Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains (LFSRM) provides care and support to Unaccompanied Children (UC) in federal custody as they wait for their immigration case to be resolved so they can transition to a more long term program or living arrangement. UCs are placed with licensed foster families and attend public school while they are in the program, allowing them to have more normalized experiences in family based environment.

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

The UC Case Lead will be responsible for providing casework and supportive services to children in foster care, which includes facilitating integration into the local community and supporting the UC’s access to education services and legal services in addition to required medical and dental services. Additional casework responsibilities include facilitating any family members identified or referred for potential sponsorship and assisting with sponsorship application as needed. The UC Case Lead will also be responsible for communicating with stakeholders in an effective and timely manner to ensure case continuity. This position is expected to function effectively with moderate supervision while following the guidelines on procedures, along with agency, state, and federal regulatory requirements. The UC Case Lead is required to maintain a flexible, organized, and efficient work schedule and is subject to work extended hours and weekends.

REQUIRED COMPETANCIES

Occupational Competencies

• Meet standards of practice: Familiarity with social work practice, human development, child welfare system and family systems, including appropriate local, state, and federal regulations.
• Apply case management: Familiarity with assessment, care planning, facilitation, coordination, and advocating for supports on behalf of and in collaboration with an individual.
• Apply crisis intervention: Experience with crisis management, problem solving, and mediation best practices.
• Legal requirements: Familiarity with the legal system as it applies to child welfare.
• Deliver services within diverse cultural communities: Skills and sensitivity in working with youth and families from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds with a variety of challenges.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues in other fields: Ability to communicate professionally and cooperate with members of the other professions involved with the youth.

Foundational Competencies

• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

EXAMPLE ACTIVITIES

• Develop and complete assessments, service and treatment plans, progress notes, incident reports and any other necessary documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain effective communication with community agencies or individuals involved in service provision.
• Manage all assigned cases and maintains face-to-face contact with the UCs in placement per state and federal regulation and monitors, maintains, and conducts ongoing assessment of the needs of the youth and families on caseload.
• Provide support, guidance, and training to foster parents.
• Facilitate coordination and monitoring of therapeutic, health, educational, cross-cultural, and other pertinent resources for youth and families on caseload.
• Maintain all necessary documentation to meet timeliness and accuracy standards.
• Participate in court hearings, placement review meetings, administrative reviews, and school meetings.
• May participate in on-call rotation.

TRANSPORTATION

Must maintain a valid driver’s license and carry personal auto liability insurance at the level of $100,000/300,000/100,000.

• Frequent local regional travel. May be required to transport clients in personal vehicle.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or behavioral sciences. Master’s degree in Social Services preferred.
• Minimum two (2) experience in child welfare/ case management. Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish strongly preferred.

VACCINATION POLICY

Due to policy requirements from the Office of Refugee Resettlement, staff in this Long-Term Foster Care Program who work directly with Unaccompanied Children must present proof of immunization or immunity (within 120 days of hire) to the following diseases: Varicella, MMR, Tdap, and annual Influenza; or an approved exemption from Human Resources.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.