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Family Care Specialist / Family Advocate

The Family Care Specialist (FCS) plays a vital role at the Pueblo Child Advocacy Center (PCAC) by serving as the primary point of contact for non-offending caregivers and children throughout their time receiving services at the Center. This position provides compassionate support, advocacy, and guidance to families navigating the impacts of child abuse and trauma.

Key Responsibilities

Provide compassionate advocacy and support to children and non-offending caregivers impacted by child sexual abuse, physical abuse, domestic violence, and other crimes against children.
Serve as the primary point of contact for families, guiding them through services at the Center and the judicial process helping them understand each step of the process.
Conduct initial intake, screening, and risk assessments to identify family needs and determine appropriate services with our inhouse mental health provider.
Develop and implement individualized service plans in partnership with non-offending caregivers to support safety, healing, and stability.
Provide ongoing case management and follow-up support, ensuring families successfully access recommended services, referrals, and resources.
Advocate for and represent the needs and perspectives of children and non-offending caregivers in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, collaborating with law enforcement, child protection, medical providers, and prosecutors to ensure coordinated, child-centered case planning and services.
Collaborate effectively with internal staff and community partners to strengthen coordination of services for families.
Attend relevant community meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities related to child advocacy, victim services, and family support.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice or related field.
Experience working with children and families
Fluency in Spanish or other foreign language preferred.
Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse and child development preferred
Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships internally and externally and work as part of a team with maturity and professionalism, appreciating different points of view and ability to resolve conflicts in a constructive manner.
High Ethical Standards

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,520-$48,860

Benefits:

Health benefits/Paid time off/Employee Wellness/Employer match retirement plan/Professional development assistance

Send letter of interest and resume to jennifer@pueblocac.org by March 20, 2026

The Pueblo Child Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in its work and staff. Employment decisions at the Pueblo Child Advocacy Center are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, disability status, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law.