Colorado Nonprofit Association

Vice President of Programs

Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network (RMIAN) is a nonprofit organization that provides free immigration legal and social services to individuals in immigration detention and to children and their families throughout Colorado. We believe that justice for immigrants means justice for all.

Position Description

The Vice President of Programs is a new position at RMIAN, an exciting opportunity to shape the vision, strategy, and management of successful immigrant advocacy programming that has experienced significant growth in scale and scope. The Vice President of Programs will guide and coordinate the functional experts directing the Detention, Children’s, Social Work, and Advocacy and Litigation programs. As a member of the executive leadership team, the Vice President of Programs works to ensure the organization’s day-to-day services, mission, and vision are reflected in the critical client-centered legal and social services RMIAN offers to detained immigrant adults and immigrant youth.

Traits of an Ideal Candidate

Steadfast commitment to immigration legal services and to creating a more just and humane immigration system.
Legal strategist skilled at using the tools of representation, litigation, legislation, and advocacy to secure justice and dignity for immigrants.
Experience leading or serving as the managing attorney of an organization, practice, or large- scale department.
Adaptive leader able to track multiple programmatic priorities and maintain alignment with mission and vision.
Experience with nonprofit funding streams and fund allocation.
Comfort stepping into a new position and leading change.
Attuned to the impact of trauma and the importance of formal and informal staff wellness support systems.
Demonstrated commitment to the well-being and growth of staff, including a successful track record of recruiting and retaining a diverseteam.
Deeply committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion; engaged participant in organizational JEDI learning and growth.

Responsibilities

Serve on the executive leadership team, supporting the Executive Director and Board of Directors in fulfilling RMIAN’s mission and vision.
In collaboration with the Managing Attorneys and Directors, analyze legal issues, develop legal strategies, and support the activation of staff and volunteers.
Management of the Programs teams, including setting and achieving standards for program quality, capacity, and deliverables, staff performance, team cohesion and functioning, and integration with the organization at large.
Oversee the collaborative development of program policies and practices for legal and social services, including case handling protocols, electronic case management policies, and intake systems to ensure quality service delivery and unify practices across programs.
Working with the leadership team and operations support groups, identify and develop methods to mitigate the administrative burden on the program teams through efficiencies, standardization, and information management.
Develop and implement effective management strategies to meet ambitious programmatic and funding deliverables and mission-critical priorities, including staff recruitment and development, employee engagement, and quality control of RMIAN’s legal services delivery.
Foster an environment of resource coordination and sharing, creative problem-solving, and optimism and resilience when faced with challenges.
Promote volunteer support by actively developing and maintaining RMIAN’s relationships with law firms and corporate counsel.
Consult with regional and national partners and contribute thought leadership on legal practice and social support innovations and trends.
In partnership with finance and development staff, ensure the accurate, timely, and strategic work of grant applications, management, and reporting.
Foster an organizational climate that attracts, retains, and values a diverse team and creates equitable pathways for success and growth.
Participate in Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusiveness initiatives and activities.
Sponsor or lead internal staff projects and initiatives.

Required Skills and Experience

Passionate about RMIAN’s mission and demonstrated commitment to creating a more just and human immigration system.
Licensed attorney admitted to a state bar.
Minimum of five years of experience practicing immigration law.
Minimum of three years of experience supervising attorneys and non-attorney staff.
Expert knowledge of one or more of RMIAN’s program focus areas: Detention, Children, Social Work, and Litigation and Advocacy.
Ability to manage sustainable workloads to maintain ongoing services and reserve capacity for the unplanned and urgent.
Ability to use analysis,reasoning, and problem-solving skills to make informed decisions.
Reliable, self-driven, and motivated, with an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
Demonstrated commitment to justice, equity, diversity, andinclusion.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Experience as a Managing Attorney or Legal Director of an immigration legal services organization.
Experience working with individuals in detained settings.
Experience managinggovernment and foundation grants, including cost allocation and reporting.
Spanish proficiency.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods working on a computer.
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Travel to field locations, including detention centers and immigration courts, and to meet with community members.
The ability to communicate accurate information and ideas, written and in conversation, so others will understand.

Work Environment

This position is based out of RMIAN’s office in Westminster,Colorado. RMIAN provides a dedicated workstation, computer, and desk in an office setting. Currently, remote work is possible when office presence is not required for business operations. Current requirements for onsite presence will be shared during the recruitment process.

Front Desk Attendant

WHO WE ARE:

Brain injury can be hard to see and understand, but at Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado, we get it. We know each person with a brain injury is unique and can be
struggling with so many things. Every day, we provide the support, connections, and available resources that survivors and their support network need. Because when we do, survivors of a brain injury have a
chance to thrive.

WHAT YOU WILL DO TO HELP FURTHER THE BIAC MISSION:

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Be part of a team of knowledgeable, compassionate, and helpful allies for clients housed at Valor on the Fax and visitors. As Front Desk Attendant, utilize a trauma-informed approach in providing a polite and professional physical presence at the front desk to build trust with the residents and their visitors.

This position will work with the on-site Valor on the Fax team which includes BIAC staff and Brother’s Redevelopment Property Management staff to support residents and Resource Facilitators.

Valor on the Fax is a 72-unit permanent supportive housing building for persons experiencing homelessness who also have a brain injury or related disability.

· Screen residents and/or visitors needing entry into the building by checking their ID and answering questions/concerns as needed.

· Elevate questions/concerns to the Resource Navigation team and/or Brother’s Property Management team as appropriate.

· Monitor residents and visitors entering and exiting the property.

· Complete incident book entries and other reports as needed before the end of your shift.

· Ensure the property common areas are clean, safe, and well maintained.

· Understand and implement Visitor Policy

o Ensure visitors enter and exit the building within the time allotted within the house rules.

o Ensure visitors sign in and out.

o Inform residents of visitors’ arrival and ensure that residents escort visitors in and out of the building.

· Ensure residents adhere to house rules and that any lease violations and maintenance issues are escalated in a timely manner.

Answer the front desk phone and forward calls to the appropriate contact.
Monitor security cameras to ensure the safety of everyone inside the premises.
Exercise the right to contact Law
Enforcement or the STAR program as appropriate if conflict or medical emergencies arise that cannot be addressed with staff onsite.
Respond to fire alarms and other natural disaster emergencies as needed. Contact Director of Resident
Services or property management to report these types of urgent situations.

Required Qualifications

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Possess knowledge and willingness to learn and utilize a trauma informed approach.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to work in a team setting and display clear and professional boundaries.
Ability to display compassion and respect for people with brain injuries, disabilities, and those experiencing homelessness.
Ability to deescalate individual and situations when needed.
Background Check (completed by BIAC)
Knowledge or experience working with people with cognitive disabilities and/or behavioral health challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual (English and Spanish)
Knowledge and experience applying person-centered and culturally competent practices in interactions with clients, co-workers, professionals, and other community members.
Experience interacting with individuals experiencing homelessness.
Experience interacting with justice system -involved individuals.
Experience with crisis management procedures.

OTHER DUTIES:

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Possess knowledge and willingness to learn and utilize a trauma informed approach.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to work in a team setting and display clear and professional boundaries.
Ability to display compassion and respect for people with brain injuries, disabilities, and those experiencing homelessness.
Ability to deescalate individual and situations when needed.
Background Check (completed by BIAC)
Knowledge or experience working with people with cognitive disabilities and/or behavioral health challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual (English and Spanish)
Knowledge and experience applying person-centered and culturally competent practices in interactions with clients, co-workers,
professionals, and other community members.
Experience interacting with individuals experiencing homelessness.
Experience interacting with criminal justice-involved individuals.
Experience with crisis management procedures.

Brain Injury Re-entry Specialist

WHO WE ARE:

Brain injury
can be hard to see and understand, but at Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado, we get it. We know each person with a brain injury is unique and can be struggling with so many things. Every day, we provide the support, connections, and available resources that survivors and their support network need. Because when we do, survivors of a brain injury have a chance to thrive.

WHAT YOU WILL DO TO HELP FURTHER THE BIAC MISSION:

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

As a Brain Injury Reentry Specialist, work face-to-face with clients incarcerated at the Denver County Jail to develop understanding and insight into brain injury symptoms while supporting them as they prepare to re-enter the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Program and Service Delivery

o Provide guidance, support, and hope while navigating the criminal justice system and preparing to re-enter the community.

o Brain Injury Screening: Screen at least 100 legal system involved individuals for brain injury annually utilizing the Ohio State University Traumatic Brain Injury Identification Method

o Accommodations Development: Collaboratively develop symptom accommodation plans with at least 100 Legal systems-involved survivors of brain injury annually.

o Re-entry planning: Collaboratively develop comprehensive and wrap-around re-entry plans with at least 100 justice involved survivors of brain injury
annually.

o Psychoeducation Groups: Facilitate weekly AHEAD groups for justice involved survivors of brain injury serving annually.

o As appropriate, inform, refer, and help clients enroll in other BIAC services which may include, but are not limited to self-management program,
recreation programs, classes and workshops, social activities, newsletter subscription, educational materials, financial support programs and ticket
giveaways.

o Strengthen connections within the program area and departments. Attend and actively participate in department and organization meetings as scheduled.

o Contact professionals, research available programs and resources, network professionally and other strategies as appropriate to meet client needs.

o Maintain complete and accurate client records in the database.

o Within 48 hours of interacting with the client, update the case with the area of need and description and record details of client contact related to
the case including duration, type of contact, and summary of activities.

o Lifelong Learning: Participate in training and professional development activities on an ongoing basis.

o Attend between 70 – 110 hours of training and/or professional development annually. Up to 50 hours annually will be supervisor-selected, and the
remaining hours will be employee selected.

OTHER DUTIES:

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications

· Experience navigating systems in human service, case management, social work, or other applicable settings.

· Knowledge of community, state, and federal resources for brain injury, disability, or human services specific to the region this position serves.

· Knowledge of Colorado criminal justice systems and infrastructure.

· Experience with the criminal justice system, professional or lived.

· Experience with small group facilitation

· Travel to other meetings and events within the state, sometimes after hours and on weekends

Preferred Qualifications

· Bilingual (English and Spanish)

· Experience working with people with cognitive disabilities and/or behavioral health challenges and involvement in the criminal justice system.

· Experience presenting to large and diverse audiences as well as boards and committees.

· Experience teaching life skills such as: organization, financial management, healthy lifestyle, social skills, job skills, computer and internet usage.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

· Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in a related field

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

· CBIS certification (acquired within one year of employment and maintained through continuing education). BIAC provides training.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Fast paced office work environment managing multiple priorities.

OTHER:

· Travel: Spend about 80% of time (4 days per work week) per week on travel between BIAC office, Denver Detention Center, Denver Jail, and meetings in the community. Occasional overnight travel to other locations

· Work
Hours/ Shifts: Generally, 8:30 – 4:00 (35-hour work week!) may occasionally include evenings and weekends.

Team UP AmeriCorps – Early Language Coordinator

Program Overview: Led by the United Way of SWCO (UWSWC), Team UP AmeriCorps places AmeriCorps members at organizations throughout Southwest Colorado. While these members serve as part of a regional cohort and participate in regional cohort trainings and activities, they spend the majority of their term serving directly at a specific host site organization. Through collaborative service, Team UP AmeriCorps members develop their own professional skills and passions, expand effectiveness of southwest Colorado organizations, and ultimately support people to thrive. Team UP has been utilizing collective impact initiatives since 2015 to collaborate across sectors and promote communication towards common goals within rural Southwest Colorado communities.

Community Connections (CCI) provides many programs for people with disabilities in Southwest Colorado. CCI’s mission is to create opportunities for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead healthy and fulfilling lives in our community. For many years, CCI has offered an early intervention program for children ages 0-3. In 2023, CCI began partnering with San Juan BOCES and Team UP to move the LENA Home program to CCI for regional implementation. LENA programs use technology to measure verbal interactions between caregivers and young children and education to increase those interactions.

Service Position Summary: The Early Language Coordinator will deliver the LENA Home program to engage and empower families with evidence-based practices that support the learning and growth of children, birth to three years old. The Early Language Coordinator will serve directly with families to support their child’s language and overall brain development through increasing the adult interactive talk in the child’s family environment, and may also help to engage other CCI staff in delivery of the program. This member will be based in Durango but will serve Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezuma, and San Juan Counties and collaborate with other LENA providers in the region to maximize the use of resources, including equipment and incentives. As a member of Talk Grow Learn, the Team UP of Southwest Colorado collective impact action team, the Early Language Coordinator will also communicate and partner with additional family resource agencies in the region. The Early Language Coordinator will also help to recruit families to LENA and other early childhood programs by helping the Action Team to manage families who are using the phone app known as “Baby BEE Ready.”

Duties and Responsibilities: Team UP AmeriCorps members serve directly at their Host Site organization to develop, implement, and enhance programs, projects, and activities through direct and indirect service. Duties include:

Actively recruit LENA participants for continuous LENA programming with outreach to

underserved communities and families who do not qualify for Early Intervention services
partner agencies and local organizations serving families with young children

Attend local events to inform and actively recruit and enroll families in LENA programming
In collaboration with other organizations, and independently with families, facilitate and support implementation of LENA HOME program to families in a home, family group, in-person or online setting by providing information and coaching and empowering families to increase interactive talk and learning in the child’s environment
Schedule and provide home visits, in person or online, with interested and participating families
Collaborate with Early Intervention providers to deliver the program to families involved in Early Intervention
Participate in CCI’s Diversity Committee
Develop plans and metrics for serving a representative cross-section of the region
Participate in and be an active member of the Talk, Grow, Learn (TGL) Action Team
Manage the Baby BEE ready app for families utilizing program (a place to find early childhood supports and earn incentives) for the TGL Action Team, including: Serve as the point-of-contact, manage the point-system, update activities, and distribute prizes
Conduct outreach to the community via stakeholder meetings, communications, and presentations
Manage curriculum and materials for the program, including inventory sharing with collaborating organizations
Communicate with Site Supervisor on progress and anticipated program supply needs
Assist with regional LENA Grow program (childcare center-based) as available and appropriate
Track host site and AmeriCorps data
Attend Team UP AmeriCorps regional trainings, cohort connection days, and Days of Service

Physical, Emotional, and Intellectual Demands:

Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow in a position
Ability to serve independently, take initiative, and be motivated by the projects they are doing
Compassion and awareness: self-awareness, awareness of cultural differences, social differences and understanding of implicit bias
Strong commitment to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion

Desired Qualifications:

Ethic of national and community service and a strong desire to create positive change
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; computer literate
High School Graduate or GED required, college graduate or equivalent work experience preferred
Ability to pass criminal history check
Reliable transportation & proof of auto insurance
U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent resident status required
Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; computer literate
Understanding of culturally diverse populations
Self-motivation, ability to take initiative
Ability to plan, coordinate with others, and organize schedule, including travel time
Skills or experience preferred: community and volunteer organizing; early childhood development, family training experience
Those who understand the importance of a rich home language environment in the first three years of life in supporting a child’s overall later success, and who want to support the health and success of the children in a rural community, are encouraged to apply

Term of Service – Time Commitment: This is a Full-Time national and community service position requiring, at a minimum, a total of 1700 hours during the year (approximately 40 hours/week.) The position begins September 9, 2024 and ends August 31, 2025. Flexible hours are required, including occasional evening and weekend commitments. Service on the following dates is required:

September 9-10: Team UP AmeriCorps Member Orientation
September 11: Host Site Orientation
October TDB: Fall Group Service Day
Jan. 20 : MLK Jr. Day of Service Event
March 31: Cesar Chavez Day of Service Event
2nd Tuesdays of Nov, Feb, April, & June: regional Team UP AmeriCorps Member Trainings

Training and Support Provided: Team UP AmeriCorps members receive significant training and experience in community engagement, project implementation, leadership, diverse populations, and more. Up to 20% of total hours served may be spent in applicable, approved trainings. Members will be supervised and supported by Scott Kuster, Director of Children and Family Services (scott@cci-colorado.org), as well as by Team UP AmeriCorps program staff. The PY 24-25 cohort of Team UP AmeriCorps members serving throughout the region will also act as additional resources and support for each other.

Location and Service Conditions: This position is based at Community Connections, 281 Sawyer Drive Durango, CO 81301. Regular travel in the five counties served is expected, as well as occasional off-site engagement and partnership activities, meetings, etc.

Grants Specialist – Professional Education

National Jewish Health is seeking a Medical Education Grants Specialist to join our dynamic, collaborative and award-winning Professional Education team. The candidate selected for this role will be a team player who is detail-oriented and motivated to learn. This position will impact the institution and patient health through grant development and submission, budget management, and evaluation of innovative continuing education programs for a variety of healthcare professional learners. The ideal candidate will display a high level of strategic thinking with excellent oral and written communication. Experience with grants, marketing, budget development, and/or sales is preferred. Excellent organizational skills are mandatory, as is the ability to work under pressure with accuracy. Must be focused, efficient, analytical and make decisions independently.

What do we do? National Jewish Health is accredited to provide continuing education to physicians, pharmacists, and registered nurses. The award-winning Office of Professional Education develops high quality educational activities in a variety of formats to meet the needs of these healthcare provider groups both internally and across the United States.

Why National Jewish Health? As the leading respiratory hospital in the nation, National Jewish Health places a priority on education, with a mission to heal, to discover and to educate as a preeminent healthcare institution. If you believe in Breathing Science is Life, we invite you to join our team.

Position Summary
The Medical Education Grants Specialist works independently under the direction of the Associate Director, Educational Strategy to secure funding for continuing medical education initiatives and joint sponsorship. Collaborates on business development efforts and secures funding for accredited continuing medical education programs and initiatives through, the design, development and submission of grant proposals. Conducts regular research on available funding opportunities. Coordinates the submission of grant proposals, outcomes summaries, and program reconciliations. Communicates grant requirements to team members and in outcomes and financial reporting. Develops relationships with and serves as a liaison to internal and external stakeholders to maximize funding and collaboration opportunities related to National Jewish Health educational programs.

Essential Duties

Researches and monitors availability of funding for CME/CE programs from pharmaceutical, medical device, biotech, medical education companies, and foundations, and shares this information in a timely manner with the Educational Strategy team.
Understands and employs adult learning theory, educational design principles, and appropriate assessment of learning outcomes as they relate to the planning and execution of educational programs and Joint Sponsorships.
Develops clear proposals, budgets, and supporting documentation for proposals. Prepares grants for submission to potential funders.
Builds and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Develops information and materials for and participate in presentations of capabilities and outcomes reports to supporters and other stakeholders.
Evaluates and responds in a timely manner to supporter correspondence and joint sponsorship opportunities with a focus on proposed project timelines, budgets, contractual arrangements, and sources of educational funding.
Negotiates and reviews contracts related to Joint Sponsorships, partnerships and collaborations.
Assists in maintaining an up-to-date centralized system for tracking financial transactions and funder/partner communications.
Maintains excellent contract and financial management skills and the ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of personnel required for the planning and execution educational programs and Joint Sponsorships.

Competencies

Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Business Acumen: Using economic, financial, market, and industry data to understand and improve business results; using one’s understanding of major business functions, industry trends, and own organization’s position to contribute to effective business strategies and tactics.
Collaboration/Teamwork: Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.
Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs.
Managing Work and Time / Project Management: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently. Effectively manages project(s) by appropriately focusing attention on the critical few priorities; effectively creates and executes against project timelines based on priorities, resource availability, and other project requirements (i.e., budget); effectively evaluates planned approaches, determines feasibility, and makes adjustments when needed.

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
None

Travel
10-15%

Core Values

Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the institution.
Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred in English, Marketing, Public Health, Continuing Education, Business or related field.
Work Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of continuing medical education, pharmaceutical sales, business development, marketing or similar experience required. Experience in continuing medical education preferred. Experience in writing grants or business development proposals required.
Special Training, Certification or Licensure: Certified Healthcare CPD Professionals (CHCP) credential or the Healthcare CPD Associate Certificate preferred.

Grants Program Officer

Daniels Fund

The Daniels Fund, established by cable television pioneer Bill Daniels, is a private charitable foundation dedicated to making life better for the people of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming through its grants program, scholarship program, and ethics initiative.

The Daniels Fund strives to ensure its work reflects Bill Daniels’ written directives, values, and unmistakable style. Bill was a patriotic American who served our country in two wars. He was a capitalist who loved our free enterprise system and was well known for his generosity to people from all walks of life. Guided by his compassion, Bill transferred his $1 billion estate to form the assets of the Daniels Fund to carry forward his legacy of giving.

Since its founding, the Daniels Fund has become a permanent fixture in the communities it serves and continues to make significant and lasting impact. The Daniels Fund has been named one of the “Best Places to Work” by the Denver Business Journal and Inc. Magazine reflecting its dedication to creating an atmosphere where
associates thrive, grow, and contribute in a meaningful way.

To learn more about the Daniels Fund and its impact to date, please visit: www.danielsfund.org

Opportunity

The Grants Program Officer develops and manages a portfolio of grants that advance the Daniels Fund’s strategies and objectives within the funding areas defined by Bill Daniels. In addition to the traditional Program Officer duties, this role will take on an exciting, high-profile national project to expand civics education across the nation. Grants Program Officers work as part of a dynamic team that closely collaborates on how best to achieve the Daniels Fund’s overall objectives through high-impact, strategic grantmaking.

The Daniels Fund is one of the largest private foundations in the region and makes grants in eight funding areas: Aging, Amateur Sports, Disabilities, Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Early Childhood Education, K-12 Education Reform, Homeless & Disadvantaged, and Youth Development. Grants are made throughout Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming.

This unique opportunity provides high levels of autonomy, a dynamic work environment, and the chance to make life better for the people in our four-state region while honoring Bill Daniels’ incredible legacy.

This role is a full-time, in person role in Denver, CO and will report to the SVP, Grants Program.

The Role

To execute Bill Daniels’ donor intent, the Grants Program Officer will:

• Build strong relationships with nonprofits and other leaders in the community

• Proactively identify new or innovative grant opportunities and funding partners

• Analyze grant requests and formulate strategic grant recommendations

• Manage all relationship and operational aspects of grants throughout the grant cycle

• Serve as a recognized expert in an assigned funding or geographic area (preference for someone with deep understanding and passion for the American form of
government)

• Critically evaluate the effectiveness and impact of grants made

• Regularly represent the Daniels Fund at meetings, events, and fundraisers

• Travel to assigned regions to gather information, build relationships, and identify new opportunities for impact. (Expected travel: 25%)

The Person

You are mission-oriented and values aligned. You have a passionate commitment to Bill Daniels’ mission and values and an eagerness to incorporate his thinking
into programmatic activities. You understand first-hand the importance of the foundation always adhering to Bill Daniels’ principles, style, and direction. You value and respect the Fund’s uniqueness, reputation, and impact. You are aligned with Bill Daniels’ values and stated priorities to advance his legacy.

To learn more about Bill Daniels, please visit https://www.danielsfund.org/billdaniels/values

You are an effective planner and prioritizer. You enjoy managing and coordinating projects, especially the challenge of managing multiple projects simultaneously and projects with high levels of complexity. You are determined to achieve deadlines and adjust to changing priorities or challenges that arise.

You are results-driven and hungry to maximize impact. You have an unyielding focus on impact and are driven by a desire to achieve outcomes. You are motivated by the pursuit of long-term objectives and a focus on metrics for impact. You want to make your mark on the world.

You bring unique talents to the team. You can apply skills from a variety of experiences to achieve organizational priorities. You might not have any history working at a foundation or nonprofit.

You are fun to work with. You love coming to work and it shows. Being around your colleagues at work energizes you. You understand that doing mission-driven work is an incredible gift.

You are extremely curious, entrepreneurial, and love taking on new challenges. You can pivot quickly and are not afraid to take on new tasks. You always want to understand “why.” Change does not scare you. You understand that risk-taking is part of the entrepreneurial spirit.

You are an excellent communicator and collaborator. You use clear and concise language. You understand the context in which you are communicating, and tailor your language accordingly. You have superb written and verbal communications skills, whether in one-on-one or in large gatherings. You represent yourself and your organization in a highly competent and professional manner both internally and externally. You value collaboration and working with various perspectives to achieve outcomes.

You are a proactive and persistent problem solver. You have an analytical mind that examines data to understand issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems. You have demonstrated experience addressing complex issues and leading significant initiatives. You adeptly adjust your strategies and approaches informed by evidence and information gathered.

There is no explicit requirement for years of experience. We are looking for the right person to grow within our foundation and team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Daniels Fund is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Healthy Relationships Educator (Full-Time, 32 Hours)

Who we are

Project PAVE provides early intervention and violence prevention programs in the Denver metro area to further our mission of “ending violence by empowering youth to build healthy relationships”. At PAVE, we integrate our experts in therapeutic support and our passionate team of educators to help our community heal from trauma, develop healthy relationship skills, and feel less isolated. For more information, please visit projectpave.org.

Project PAVE grounds all or our work in our mission and our organizational values: collaboration, compassion, inclusivity & equity, innovation and integrity. All PAVE team members impact the communities with which we work, move forward our mission and vision, and live out our organizational values. PAVE’s workplace offers high flexibility and autonomy combined with high accountability to job responsibilities, to colleagues, and to the youth and communities in which we work. As an organization, we place high value on working together as a team, offering support and care for each other, taking initiative, and personal and professional growth.

What you’ll do

As a Healthy Relationships Educator, you will be responsible for teaching PAVE’s education curricula, including Path to Healthy Relationships (PTHR), Brave Woman, and True Man, to under-served middle and high school students, coordinating community partnerships and outreach programs, and supporting our Youth Community Educator’s Program (YCEP). You will report to the Deputy Director of Programs and Clinical Supervision and work collaboratively with all staff members and volunteers to further PAVE’s mission. Key responsibilities are as follows:

Plan, prepare, and provide accessible and engaging healthy relationships education (12-16 workshops a week) to middle and high school youth utilizing PAVE’s social-emotional educational curricula designed to help students develop healthy relationships with themselves and others, challenge rigid gender roles, and develop healthy emotional regulation and communication skills
Sustain and grow positive, collaborative relationships with community partners
Support PAVE’s YCEP program by integrating youth into our work, including co-facilitation; serve as a liaison to the school and community partners by coordinating youth-led workshops, activities, and projects within the community
Participate in ongoing curriculum development for PAVE’s programs
Track and document services data on a monthly basis
Participate in the analysis and review of program evaluation data

What makes you a great candidate for this role

At least two years of experience working or volunteering with under-served youth
Demonstrated experience teaching workshops and/or facilitating groups; excellent presentation skills
Self-motivation and initiative skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting or independently and manage multiple responsibilities and priorities with high attention to details and deadlines

Physical demands and work environment

Classroom and office settings
Lifting and carrying no more than 20 pounds at a time
Walking, standing and moving for long periods of time

Supportive Services Navigator

The Navigator provides case management, resource navigation, and coaching services for families residing in Warren Village at Alameda campus. This position requires strength-based assessment and planning with families, utilization of community resources, and interventions with individuals that result in personal growth and self-sufficiency. Services include conducting relationship/rapport building, goal planning, resource and referral, and problem solving. Additionally, the Navigator will specialize in housing stabilization supports for Warren Village at Alameda families and provides support for the success of the Warren Village at Alameda Supportive Services program overall, including timely, accurate record keeping and data entry. 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:

Direct Services

Conduct outreach, assessments, and individualized support to potential residents during the pre-lease-up and lease-up phases, including assisting in obtaining and preparing the required documentation to ensure alignment with housing voucher eligibility.
Provide case management, Mobility Mentoring® coaching, and resource referral to residents as needed, assisting residents through problem-solving, direct support, intervention, de-escalation, and mediation, as necessary.
Utilize trauma-sensitive coaching, a 2-generation orientation, and motivational interviewing and support in working with residents
Link residents with existing community resources and systems that provide them with support, services, and opportunities to assist them moving towards economic and personal self-sufficiency, exhibiting resourcefulness and ensuring proper referrals are made in collaboration with internal and external resources.
Facilitate connections for residents to additional onsite programming.
Maintain a strong sense of emotional intelligence, reliability, and flexibility to navigate complex issues at any given time without judgement. Assists residents through problem solving, direct support, and intervention, as necessary.
Assess crisis situations and apply de-escalation techniques as necessary.
Provide coverage of front-desk responsibilities as necessary, ensuring seamless operations.

Supportive Services Program Support, Collaboration, and Evaluation

Ensure timely and accurate data collection and entry into data management fulfilling essential documentation and reporting obligations.
Attend weekly supportive services meetings and other specified meetings/trainings as required
Coordinate and collaborate with Property Management to increase participants housing stability and overall sense of well-being.
Coordinate and collaborate with additional WV staff, as needed.
Assist with Warren Village at Alameda resident engagement opportunities, as needed.
Support administration of resident surveys and other data collection activities, as needed.
Assist with intern task supervision

Other duties as assigned.

Competencies and Traits:

Commitment to the mission, goals and values of Warren Village.
Strong belief in the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion; the wisdom of lived experience; and the innate strengths and power of all people.
Demonstrated ability to effectively facilitate meaningful dialogue within diverse groups and create spaces for shared learning and critical thinking about race, gender and other identity related topics.
Ability to form professional working relationships with community members in an empathetic, respectful, and non-judgmental way and maintain a professional demeanor and uphold professional boundaries in all interactions, regardless of personal or emotional dynamics.
Proficiency in trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing methodologies.
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including conflict resolution.
Commitment to integrity, discretion, and safeguarding confidential information.
Demonstrated behaviors like punctuality, maintaining a professional appearance and displaying a positive and respectful attitude.
Demonstrated understanding, helpfulness and a willingness to assist our colleagues, participants, residents, etc. to the best of your ability.
Strong interpersonal skills with the propensity to successfully build strong, trusting and accountable relationships with colleagues.
Able to effectively communicate their ideas and understand the ideas of others; including the ability to convey information effectively, both verbally and in writing.  This includes effective listening skills.
Able to work well with others to achieve common goals; including being able to compromise, negotiate and effectively manage conflict.
Able to see what must be done and act without being prompted.
Able to accurately perform tasks with a high level of detail and organization.
Demonstrated ability to establish effective partnerships and to work collaboratively and effectively among departments and in the community.
Able to adjust to new conditions or changes in the work environment is crucial; including being open to new ideas and the ability to adjust to changes, such as new tasks, policies, or technologies.
Able to identify problems, analyze potential solutions, and implement effective strategies to resolve issues.
Able to learn from experiences and apply them to new situations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
Ability to work regular evenings and weekend hours.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s degree (AA) from two-year college or technical school in Social Work, Human Services, or Education or a combination of education and work experience, with 2 years of work experience in a one or more of these fields for every year of education.
Experience in case management and/or navigation services, direct homeless services or working with low-income families.
Experience in managing crises effectively, particularly with adults.
Ability to work regular evenings and weekend hours.

Preferred education, eligibility requirements (Certifications, Licenses, etc.), and/or experience:

Fluency in both English and Spanish languages, proficiently communicating verbally and in writing. (Stipend for Spanish communication will be additional.)
Lived experience in homelessness or housing instability, including an alumni of Warren Village.
Bachelor’s (BA) degree or Master’s (MA) degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, or related field.
Experience in Permanent Supportive Housing, Housing First, and Harm Reduction.
Experience working with culturally diverse people.
If driving is required, employee must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive Warren Village vehicles.

Work Environment:

The working environment is typically that of an office using a personal computer, adding machine, and other equipment.

Physical Demands:

Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 25 lbs. Primarily a stationary position. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office/facility to access file cabinets, storage spaces, access units and building spaces by utilizing stairs, office machinery, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Family Advocate- First Step

(Conversational and written proficiency Spanish required)

The primary role of the Family Advocate is to provide essential resident coaching services for families residing in one of Warren Village’s campuses. Coaching services include conducting biopsychosocial assessments, goal planning, resource and referral, problem solving, de-escalation, and mediation.

Warren Village First Step offers a transitional housing program for low-income, 18–24-year-old single-mothers and their children. The program is an opportunity for families to experience independent living in a supportive community setting while working towards educational, economic, and personal self-sufficiency. The Family Advocate is responsible for guiding, inspiring and supporting residents of First Step in a positive peer culture through individual Mobility Mentoring®, group life skills programming, and supporting education and employment success and other support services as needed to accomplish financial stability.

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:

· Implements Warren Village mission through coaching activities with program participants at one of Warren Village’s campuses, monitors and documents progress on individualized plans.

· Utilizing a Mobility Mentoring approach, conducts detailed Bridge to Self-Sufficiency assessments to identify each family’s strengths, needs and establish individual mobility goals related to upward economic mobility, including housing, budgeting, career and education, childcare, health care and more.

· With a focus on equity and inclusion, work directly and collaboratively with residents to build and nurture an empowered community, and increase participation in resident programming and Positive Peer Culture (PPC) weekly house meetings.

· Organizes enrichment classes and event programming for adults and corresponding childcare services.

· Establish and maintain a positive professional relationship and strong communication with referral partners, collaborative marketing, resident recruitment, and client staffing.

· Promote meaningful interpersonal communication with program youth and their families to develop trust.

· Maintains a strong sense of emotional intelligence, reliability and flexibility to navigate complex issues at any given time without judgement.

· Communicates effectively to a wide array of audiences from participants to external stakeholders.

· Completes timely and accurate service documentation; maintains data management records and assists with program reporting tracking elements.

· Assists participants through problem solving, direct support, intervention, de-escalation and mediation as necessary.

· Assist with applicant admission process, including, but not limited to conducting tours, participating in intake meetings, active client outreach and recruitment.

· Schedule follow-up meetings with referral partners to discuss residents’ successes and challenges.

· Utilizes a trauma-sensitive, coaching and 2Gen orientation in work with participants.

· Exhibits resourcefulness and ensures proper referrals are made in collaboration with internal and external resources.

· Support emergency responses by being on call after hours in handling any issues that may arise while the office is closed. This includes, but is not limited to, responding to resident emergency safety concerns and maintenance issues. This position shares the on-call shifts equally with Program Manager to include two weekends per month and weekday coverage as scheduled.

· Assist with intern supervision.

Other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

§ Commitment to the mission, goals and values of Warren Village.

§ Accountability: Demonstrates clear decision-making and problem-solving, commitment to addressing conflicts and errors promptly, successful task prioritization, and ability to meet deadlines with professionalism.

§ Collaboration: Builds trust and strong relationships, works effectively with others, and supports collective growth and well-being.

§ Empowerment: Embraces continuous learning, adapts strategies, and remains open to innovative ideas and changes, modeling flexibility to meet business needs.

§ Excellence: Exhibits strong management, organizational, and leadership skills, communicates effectively, and understands best practices for department.

§ Inclusion: Implements inclusive practices to meet the instructional, behavioral, developmental, medical and mental health needs of children and adults.

§ Integrity: Acts with honesty, transparency, and initiative.

§ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

§ Ability to work regular evenings and weekend hours.

§ Tolerance for stressful situations and ability to handle emotionally charged situations with firm kindness.

§ Basic understanding of coaching, motivational interviewing, mentoring practices and trauma-informed practices.

§ Basic knowledge of case management principles and community resources

Minimum Qualifications:

· Fluent in both English and Spanish languages, proficiently communicating verbally and in writing.

· Associate’s degree (AA) from two-year college or technical school, in Social Work, Human Services or Education or a related field. 4 years of experience may be substituted for education.

· Minimum of one year of paid employment experience in case management, direct homeless services or working with low-income families; including working with youth and young adults.

· Paid experience working in a nonprofit agency.

Preferred education and/or experience:

· Bachelor’s (BA) degree or Master’s (MA) degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, or related field. 8 years of experience may be substituted for education.

· Experience working with adults in higher education systems or workforce development.

· If driving is required, employee must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive Warren Village vehicles.

Work Environment:

Work Schedule is Monday through Thursday, 12pm-9pm. and Fridays 9am-12pm.

Located in an active community and residential setting, the working environment is typically that of an office using a personal computer, telephone, and other equipment.

Physical Demands:

SNAP Outreach Navigator

Job Title: SNAP Outreach Navigator
Reports to: Program Manager
Status: Full-time / OT Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Compensation Range: $25.33 – $27.33 per hour * or approximately $52,679.39 – $53,994.77 per year **

* Hourly rate may vary based on qualifications and other possible differentials
** Annual pay may vary depending on number of hours worked

About the Organization

Hunger Free Colorado, a statewide nonprofit organization, connects people to food resources to meet existing needs and drives policy, systems and social change to end hunger. As the state’s leading anti-hunger advocacy organization, Hunger Free Colorado is dedicated to achieving a future in which all Coloradans have equitable access to the nutritious food needed to thrive and reach their full potential.

The organization is committed to achieving racial, economic and food justice and seeks employees who share these values. In 2020, Hunger Free Colorado adopted a new vision for our staff experience: “Employees can exercise influence at all levels of the organization and are provided relevant and intentional opportunities to grow as professionals and people.”

About the Department

The Client Services Department is on the front line of this work, connecting people in need to available food resources. We do this work through two programs:

1. The SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as food stamps) Outreach program, which includes Mobile
Outreach throughout the Denver metro area to support clients in-person and a statewide multilingual Food Resource Hotline,

2. The SNAP PEAS (Partners Engaging in Application Services) program. SNAP PEAS is a network of partner organizations across the state which we empower and support to provide SNAP outreach as part of their work.

This position will work within the SNAP Outreach program, with assignments in both Mobile Outreach and the Food Resource Hotline.

Job Summary

Hunger Free Colorado is seeking a mission-driven, motivated, and highly compassionate Mobile Outreach & Hotline Specialist to provide direct support to people in need by assisting them in navigating benefit systems and attaining resources and benefits they
are eligible for. Support is provided through Hunger Free Colorado Mobile Outreach sites and through the Food Resource Hotline. Additionally, this role will ensure the accurate dissemination of information and application assistance, support expansion opportunities into new communities and build and maintain relationships within communities and related organizations who host Hunger Free Colorado outreach work. This role serves as an advocate for clients by combining empathy, listening skills, and expertise in food resource referrals that result in effective navigation of various systems and connection to resources.

You Are Good At

The successful candidate will be energized by providing direct service in face-to-face community settings and via phone line support. They love to provide exceptional customer service and work with people, proactively engage with those they’ve never met, many of whom may initially be hesitant to speak with Hunger Free Colorado. They can work independently within communities with little to no oversight and are comfortable adjusting their approach to engagement as necessary. They have a strong interest in advocating for themselves and their clients.

Work Environment

Organization-wide

· All positions are required to be Colorado-based. We operate in a hybrid fashion, both in-person and remotely through Microsoft office platforms. The number of weekly in-person days vary.

· We are a dynamic and diverse team representing varied racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds that engages in regular conversations about structural and historical inequities.

Position-specific

· This position requires reliable transportation for regular travel within Denver metro area and into surrounding counties in order to engage with partners in person.

· Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings

Responsibilities

Mobile Outreach Direct Service – Work directly with clients at Hunger Free Colorado Mobile Outreach sites
to:

Maintain organized, safe, and respectful environment for clients.
Share information with clients about the food resources available to them, such as WIC, food pantries, summer meals, etc.
Screen for SNAP eligibility, provide application assistance, follow up to assist with benefits retention via redeterminations, change reports, etc.
Provide clients with contact information for various other organizations that assist with needs beyond food resources. For instance: Immigration, housing, phone, and other forms of assistance.

Direct Hotline Service – Support the Food Resource Hotline by answering calls and reaching out to community partner referrals.

Screen for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance (SNAP) eligibility and provide application assistance
Disseminate information to clients about the food resources available to them
Provide referrals to WIC, food pantries, summer meals and other resources
Follow up with SNAP applicant to ensure timely submission of documents and assist them in retaining their benefits

Other Duties

Track all record in a secure Salesforce database
Maintain an organized, safe and respectful environment for clients Occasional evening and weekend work as well as professional development opportunities.

Required Qualifications

Passion for, and commitment to, the mission, vision, and values of Hunger Free Colorado.

Bilingual (fluency in BOTH Spanish and English required)

Ability to work a hybrid position, meaning a combination of both in-person and remote / online assignments.

This position requires regular travel to partner organization sites around the Denver metro area, as well as occasional visits to the Hunger Free Colorado office for team gatherings.

Ability to work independently, maintaining strong communication ties with site contacts, meeting their needs while aligning with Hunger Free Colorado policies and procedures. Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings.

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)

Interest in, and ability to:

Proactively engage with members of the public, providing high quality direct services in a face-to-face setting.

Work independently and with minimal supervision within a community-based setting.

Connect quickly with people from diverse backgrounds.

Compensation

Compensation for this position ranges from $25.33 – $27.33 per hour, depending on qualifications and possible differentials. This equates to approximately $52,679.39 – $53,994.77 per year, depending on number of hours worked.