Pay: $25.00 - $28.25 (+ $1.00/hr for bilingual), DOE, benefits available first of the month following date of hire

About Clackamas Women's Services

Staff with bilingual competencies provide an additional and essential value to our organization and we increase our starting wage accordingly for bilingual staff.

Note to Candidates:

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. Clackamas Women’s Services is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications as described or if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform job duties.

About Clackamas Women’s Services (CWS):

Clackamas Women’s Services (CWS) was incorporated in 1985 as Clackamas County’s first shelter for survivors escaping family violence and domestic abuse. CWS’ service delivery framework is built on trauma-informed best practices that promote safety and self-determination. Our vision is to live in a society that no longer tolerates domestic and sexual violence but rather thrives on mutual respect.

CWS offers comprehensive, responsive solutions for adults and children impacted by sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, the sex industry, and elder abuse. Through our emergency shelter, A Safe Place Family Justice Center, satellite offices, and throughout the community, CWS coordinates services with other public and private agencies in order to best serve survivors seeking help. Participants in our programs receive no-cost services by highly trained staff.

CWS is committed to building an organizational culture that reflects our values. We envision a community of survivors, staff, partners, volunteers, and donors who are deeply committed to breaking the isolation of domestic and sexual violence. We do this by creating community and partnership, honoring and celebrating survivors, and engaging in work toward equity and social change through community engagement and by investing internally in continual improvement and learning processes. We are dedicated to the ongoing work of creating and sustaining a community where everyone can thrive.

Benefits of working at CWS:

Clackamas Women’s Services is proud to offer competitive wages, paying above market for all positions and offering a full package of benefits, including:

•100% employer-paid health, dental, vision, and alternative care benefits for employee and dependent child(ren).

•100% employer-paid long-term disability and life insurance.

•Generous PTO (28.5 days in the first year based on accrual).

•10 days of Holiday pay of your choosing.

•Paid day off for birthday.

•Paid parental leave.

•Monthly retirement plan contribution of 5%.

•Anniversary bonus, $25/year of service.

•$100 monthly travel stipend.

•Employee Assistance Program.

•Professional development opportunities.

•CWS was voted one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon in 2024! (2022 & 2023 too!)

•Work with a heart-centered team providing culturally responsive emergency, transitional, and long-term support and services. CWS helps survivors build hope and resilience so they can achieve their goals for personal safety, physical and mental wellness, financial autonomy, and family stability.

Pay: $25.00 - $28.25 (+ $1.00/hr for bilingual), DOE, benefits available first of the month following date of hire

Position Purpose

Responsible for conducting primary prevention education, outreach, information, and referral to youth. Service delivery includes providing daily violence prevention education within K-12 classrooms throughout the urban and rural areas of Clackamas County. This position will utilize the Communities for Safe Kids curriculum in elementary schools and the See it. End it. curriculum in middle and high school classrooms to engage school communities in sexual and dating violence prevention with in-person classroom instruction.

Key responsibilities

• Lead efforts to establish on-going, prevention education programming within urban and rural Clackamas County schools.
• Administer violence prevention programming within Clackamas County schools through daily in-person classroom presentations to K-12 students. Staff are responsible for collaborating with teachers and managing classroom dynamics during lessons. Current offerings include:
• • See It. End It Curriculum - Lessons for middle & high school students are facilitated utilizing a Popular Education model. Topics include:
  • • Sexual Violence
    • Dating Violence
    • Root Causes of Violence (Gender Socialization and Oppression)
    • Healthy Relationships
    • Understanding Sex Trafficking
    • Victim Empathy
• Communities for Safe Kids Curriculum - Lessons for elementary school students are delivered through puppet shows and student skills practice. Topics include:
• • • Understanding Feelings
    • Welcoming Others
    • Child Abuse Prevention
    • Staying Safe in Domestic Violence
    • Healthy Friendships
• Deliver trauma-informed classroom leadership that supports student well-being and engagement using a Popular Education model.
• Engage youth most at risk of causing violence by promoting respectful relationships and nonviolent communication, with a focus on supporting young boys.
• Engage students in violence prevention efforts using a supportive, respectful, and non-judgmental approach that promote peer-to-peer learning.
• Reach out to teachers and school administration to support prevention program and build connections with CWS or other service providers.
• Help students and youth evaluate their own life, relationships, and culture through curriculum and activities.
• Administer and participate in assessments with students and teachers to increase program efficacy.
• Model and promote attitudes of non-violence, anti-oppression, inclusiveness, and power-sharing in all facets of position responsibilities, especially when working with community partners.
• Be an outspoken voice against violence against women and children, teen dating violence, sexual assault, rigid gender roles, and misogyny within the community through conversation, trainings, and one-on-one conversations.
• Provide support and information referrals, education, and advocacy, especially concerning youth services when needed and available.
• Make referrals to youth advocates for ongoing youth support when needed.
• Participate in curriculum revision for both See it. End it. and Communities for Safe Kids programming during the summer months.
• Assist with Camp HOPE America programming by serving as a lead on-site staff member for approximately 2.5 weeks each summer. Facilitate activities, support the execution of all camp operations, and provide mentorship by modeling positive leadership for counselors and support staff.
• Track and update weekly data on student reach and presentations delivered.
• Other duties as assigned.

General responsibilities

• Represent the mission, value, and philosophy of CWS to program participants, employees, Community partners, and to the public.
• Represent and reflect the values of the agency through direct communication and collaboration with co-workers, partners, and participants.
• Model values of equity and inclusion in decision making and daily work.
• Complete documentation of all services, including intakes, releases of information, demographics tracking and statistics within the CWS database for all participants on a minimum of a weekly basis. (if applicable)
• Maintain appropriate participant confidentiality in accordance with advocate privilege and federal statutes.  (if applicable)
• Provide consultation and support for community partners through collaboration and information sharing regarding the dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault and its impact on survivors. (if applicable)
• Work in conjunction with other staff to provide consistent services to participants.
• Participate in speaking engagements and educational trainings as requested.
• Attend CWS all staff meetings and regular team meetings.
• Meet regularly with the supervisor to plan and prioritize projects.
• Submit necessary monthly timesheets and mileage reimbursement forms.
• Manage daily schedule appropriately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bilingual and/or Bicultural preferred

Willingness to complete 40-hr confidential advocate training

Experience in the field of domestic violence, sexual violence, and/or child abuse preferred

Experience teaching, training, or public speaking.

Experience working with elementary, pre-teen and teen populations.

Knowledge of classroom management, curriculum construction, or teaching techniques.

Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of domestic/ sexual violence and child abuse.

Demonstrated understanding of anti-oppression issues, ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, and understanding of culturally competent service delivery methods

Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with a wide range of public and private systems intersecting with the DVSA field (law enforcement, DHS, courts, education, etc.).

Computer proficiency in Windows environment including word processing and spreadsheets; (client databases preferred)

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required; position includes use of personal vehicle to complete some tasks.

Must be able to travel throughout Clackamas County and the Greater Portland Area.

The person in this position frequently: moves throughout CWS worksites and the community to meet with donors, volunteers, community members, partners, and staff. The person will also periodically move supplies and other items (up to 50 lbs.) from one place to another, participates in community events, and may work in all types of weather.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents the communities we serve. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+, older adults and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Clackamas Women’s Services complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age.

Clackamas Women’s Services operates its program, services, and activities in compliance with federal nondiscrimination laws.