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