Hope Childrens Coordinator

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hope Children's Coordinator to join our team in Chattanooga, TN. The ideal candidate will have experience working with youth and domestic violence victims/survivors, providing case management, outreach, and advocacy services. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work collaboratively, and a commitment to supporting children impacted by trauma and domestic violence.

Education

A bachelor’s degree in social work, criminal justice, sociology, psychology, or a related field from an accredited university is required.

Experience

A minimum of two (2) years of experience providing case management, programming, outreach, and/or advocacy for youth or domestic violence victims/survivors is required.

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent writing skills, oral communication, and ability to empathize and build rapport with clients.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
• Ability to work effectively as a team member with people of various backgrounds including domestic violence (DV) survivors.
• Ability to work within the framework of the agency and follow established agency procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships within and outside the agency, including law enforcement, Child Protective Services (CPS), social service agencies, local schools, and other professional organizations.
• Ability to organize own time and effort while prioritizing multiple tasks according to immediacy and urgency and work effectively to meet deadlines.
• Ability to attend meetings and training sessions.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to attend Camp HOPE for one (1) week in the summer.
• Ability to provide crisis intervention and domestic violence awareness and education to victims.
• Ability to understand cross-cultural relationships and provide support services to diverse populations.

Knowledge and Certifications

• Knowledge of trauma, especially domestic violence, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and their impacts.
• Knowledge of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and assessments.
• Certifications or training credentials in topics related to childhood health, well-being, healthy relationships, trauma, hope, and positive childhood experiences preferred.

Other Requirements

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.