Job Opportunities

BILINGUAL SHELTER CHILDREN'S ADVOCATE

Updated July 9, 2025

Job Title: Bilingual Shelter Children's Advocate
Department: Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter
Reports To: Shelter Manager, Program Director, Executive Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time (Sunday-Thursday 2pm-10pm)
Compensation: $48,880 - $57,200/annually
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance
Email cover letter and resume to: sarahe@napanews.org

Agency Description

NEWS is the domestic violence and sexual abuse services organization serving Napa County. Recognized as a distinguished and well-respected nonprofit organization, NEWS believes that the pathways out of violence can be as individual as the people we serve. Our innovative programs and services reflect that belief. The agency was formed in 1981 to provide immediate safety assistance to people escaping violence.

Position Summary

This position works within the emergency shelter as the primary advocate for children’s services. This position also manages a variety of evidence-based activities in order to support children exposed to trauma. They also work collaboratively with peers and community partners to aid shelter families and callers on the 24-hour helpline.

Primary Duties

Provide support, education, advocacy and resources for parents and children in the shelter.
Establish rapport with onsite children and provide services aimed at providing support for their health and well-being
Develop, plan and facilitate children’s activities and respite for onsite parents.
Assist Lead Case Manager with client’s needs, as time and capacity allows
Help facilitate children’s weekly support group.
Maintain, update, and organize shelter children’s playroom.
Answer helpline calls and support shelter clients
Coordinate Shelter Special Events (holidays, birthdays, client exits, etc.)
Remain on shelter grounds at all times until shelter coverage has been fully assumed by another qualified employee or volunteer
Provide translation services and emergency and non-emergency transportation to clients
Attend all necessary agency meetings, trainings, and events as needed.
Assist other positions as needed

Education, Experience & Language Skills

A BA in psychology or social work, particularly child psychology or family studies and/or 1+ years of experience working with vulnerable and/or traumatized children. Nonprofit experience a plus. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate clearly in writing, orally in English and in Spanish, with strong organizational skills. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors, peers, donors, board, general public, etc.

Computer Skills, Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations

Proven ability to work with a variety of software programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Counselor Certificate (or successfully attain after hire). Valid California Driver’s License required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee is required to talk and hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard. Employee may be required to help move small items less than 45 lbs.

Work Environment

NEWS is dedicated to providing safety, hope, healing and empowerment for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. Equally, NEWS is committed to promoting safe communities and social change through prevention, intervention, education, and advocacy throughout Napa County. It is our belief that in order to promote respect within the lives of those we serve, we must first start by respecting and honoring those we work with here at NEWS.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NEWS is an equal opportunity employer. Federal and State laws and the Agency’s policy prohibit employment discrimination against applicants for employment and employees on the basis of age, ancestry, sex/gender (including gender identity,) pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, marital status, registered domestic partner status, medical condition related to cancer or genetic characteristic, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, sexual orientation or veterans’ status. Discrimination is also prohibited on the basis of a perception that a person has any of the above characteristics.

Intent of Job Description

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of work duties that will be required in this position. It is not intended to limit, or in any way modify, the rights of any supervisor to assign, direct, and contract work of staff under his/her supervision. The use of a particular illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties, not mentioned, that are of a familiar level or difficulty.

BILINGUAL YOUTH SERVICES ADVOCATE

Updated December 2025

Job Title: Bilingual Youth Services Advocate
Reports To: Youth Services Program Manager, Program Director, Executive Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time
Compensation: $25/hour - $31.63/hour
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance
Email cover letter and resume to: anas@napanews.org

Agency Description

NEWS is the domestic violence and sexual abuse services organization serving Napa County. Recognized as a distinguished and well respected nonprofit organization, NEWS is dedicated to providing safety, hope, healing and empowerment for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. Equally, NEWS is committed to promoting safe communities and social change through prevention, intervention, education, and advocacy. It is our belief that in order to promote respect within the lives of those we serve, we must first start by respecting and honoring those we work with here at NEWS.

Position Summary

The Youth Services Advocate's scope includes helping children and families heal from their exposure to domestic violence, and providing education and outreach to prevent future violence. The Youth Services Advocate's role is a combination of direct children and youth service provider and community and parent educator/facilitator. NEWS children and youth programs are designed to help build resilience, increase protective factors for children and provide support for their caretakers; to help them reduce trauma, create healthy environments and break the cycle of violence. The program aims to inform the community regarding the impact of children's exposure to violence, and to improve coordination and service delivery.

Primary Duties

Conduct parent education presentations to help parents support their children by helping them recognize post-traumatic stress and create a safe home environment (ex: work with Parent University to conduct groups)
Work collaboratively with shelter staff to ensure connections to children's supportive services and activities as they transition from shelter to community
Build relationships with County of Napa Child Welfare, Mental Health Departments, and other community children's services providers in order to facilitate effective referrals to children's services upon transition from shelter
Implement presentations to community partners on the impact of domestic violence on children and NEWS programming and services to a variety of community agencies/audiences
Collect, analyze, and report on outcomes data related to children and youth services
Assist with children entering the Administrative Office to ensure their safety and emergency needs are met
Attend Collaborative or internal meetings, presentations, trainings, outreach or community educational opportunities, and assist with yearly agency campaigns such as #Orange4love
Assist other departments as necessary

School Wellness Center Based Healthy Relationships Coaching

Build relationships and receive referrals from school social workers and community partners at various middle and high school Wellness Center sites
Provide healthy relationships coaching with students referred to NEWS at assigned middle and high school sites
Network with community agencies, service providers, school officials, and staff
Assist with a series of year-round Healthy Relationships classroom workshops
Maintain good public relations within the community; and communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Education, Experience & Language Skills

BA in psychology, social work, early childhood education, family studies or other similar fields, or 1+ years of similar youth services experience. Education regarding trauma and trauma informed services. Experience in providing educational presentations and/or public speaking. Ability to work with youth who have experienced trauma and provide empathetic, nonjudgmental counseling, resources and information. Ability to communicate clearly in writing, orally in English and Spanish, with strong organizational skills. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from youth, community partners, supervisors, peers, general public, etc.

Computer Skills, Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations

Proven ability to work with a variety of programs including Word, Excel, Client Database, etc. Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Counselor Certificate (or attain after hire). Valid California Driver's License required and current vehicle registration. Other mandatory certifications as needed.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee is required to talk and hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard. Employee may be required to help move small items less than 45 lbs.

Work Environment

This position involves working at different sites on different days, including school sites, administrative office and out in the community. The position requires a great deal of flexibility in day to day duties. The position requires the ability to work with children and youth of different ages, in different settings and with other staff and organizations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NEWS is an equal opportunity employer. Federal and State laws and the Agency's policy prohibit employment discrimination against applicants for employment and employees on the basis of age, ancestry, sex/gender (including gender identity,) pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, marital status, registered domestic partner status, medical condition related to cancer or genetic characteristic, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, sexual orientation or veterans' status. Discrimination is also prohibited on the basis of a perception that a person has any of the above characteristics.

Intent of Job Description

VOLUNTEER & OUTREACH COORDINATOR

Updated December 19, 2025

Job Title: Outreach & Volunteer Coordinator
Department: Administration
Reports To: Program Director, Executive Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Compensation: $28/hour - $32/hour ($58,240 - $66,560/year)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance
Email cover letter and resume to: anas@napanews.org

Agency Description

NEWS is the domestic violence and sexual abuse services organization serving Napa County. Recognized as a distinguished and well respected nonprofit organization, NEWS believes that the pathways out of violence can be as individual as the people we serve. Our innovative programs and services reflect that belief. The agency was formed in 1981 to provide immediate safety assistance to people escaping violence.

Position Summary

This position coordinates and facilitates outreach and volunteer programs to underserved populations, employers, social service organizations, and more. The purpose of this position is twofold: 1) manage a successful volunteer program and 2) help promote NEWS to the community through outreach events and assisting the fund development team.

Primary Duties

Volunteer Management

Recruit, train, and manage volunteers
On-going scheduling and cultivation of trained volunteers
Work with staff to identify volunteer opportunities

Coordinate and Facilitate 65-hour DV/SA Training

Organize the 65 hour training
Recruit new volunteers, speakers and staff to participate
Ensure program meets grant requirements including record keeping
Maintain accurate records to meet grant reporting requirements, including documentation and statistics regarding sessions and all prevention efforts

Outreach Coordinator

Execute year round workshops and presentations with community partners throughout Napa County
Provide support in NEWS Awareness programs such as Teen Dating Violence Awareness, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Cultivate relationships with community agencies, service providers, partner agencies including non-profit, private, city and county entities
Maintain an internal monthly and annual calendar of outreach activities, including community events and appearances that NEWS will be participating in
Facilitate and coordinate staffing efforts to NEWS outreach events, tabling, presentations, fairs, etc. This includes assisting with the preparation of collecting materials needed
Ensure outreach activities are available in Spanish where required
Distribute outreach materials and manage inventory
Assist fund development team as needed (e.g. research, event logistics, assist with Holiday Appeal, etc.)

Miscellaneous

Attend all staff meetings, collaborative community meetings and others as requested
Misc tasks as assigned

Education, Experience & Language Skills

A BA/BS degree in communication or general management preferred. Experience working with vulnerable populations from diverse backgrounds in a trauma informed manner. Nonprofit experience a plus. Ability to communicate clearly in writing, orally in English, with strong organizational skills. Fluency in Spanish preferred. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures. Ability to analyze data. Proven public speaking ability. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors, peers, donors, board, general public, etc.

Computer Skills, Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations

Proven ability to work with a variety of programs including Word, Excel, Donor Perfect or other Client Database, etc. Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Counselor Certificate (or attain after hire). Valid California Driver's License required and current vehicle registration. Other mandatory certifications as needed.