Bilingual Victim Advocate – Human Trafficking

Job Type: Location Type: Hybrid

 

Job Details

Job Location
Alton: 1537 Alton Street, Aurora, CO 80010 – Aurora, CO

Position Type
Full Time: FTE 1

Education Level
Bachelor’s Degree

Salary Range
$20.04 – $30.05 Hourly

Description

The Cultural Development & Wellness Center at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is hiring a compassionate Victim Advocate to provide culturally responsive support to victims of human trafficking and other crimes, with a strong focus on immigrant and refugee communities across Colorado. This dynamic, grant-funded role combines direct service, case management, and mobile advocacy with systems-level impact-engaging in outreach, building provider relationships, and supporting policy initiatives that advance equity in the criminal justice and victim services systems. Reporting to the Victim Advocate Director, the ideal candidate thrives in both independent and collaborative settings, upholds strict confidentiality, and brings a deep understanding of culturally competent care. Fluency in Mandarin, Korean, or Vietnamese is strongly preferred to help ensure our services meet the unique needs of the AAPI, immigrant, and refugee populations we serve.

Term-limited.This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position that may end on/around October 1, 2025 (longer if the grant extends). This position is grant-funded and contingent on renewal of funding which we have successfully reapplied for in the past.

Schedule. This position will work Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, with an occasional on-call schedule, and is eligible for a hybrid model that allows for a mix of remote and in-office work, with an expectation of being in the office three days per week and working from home two days. This schedule may be adjusted based on training, client, or community needs.

$2,000 Sign On Bonus Available! *Not eligible internal employees and re-hired employees within 90 days from separation.

Based on full-time (40 hours/week). Prorate if less than 40 hours/week. Paid in two installments: 50% on the first paycheck, 50% on the paycheck following 6-month anniversary.

Salary for this role. The starting wage is based on experience and company equity.Paid bi-weekly.

• $20.04 – $30.05 per hour

Bilingual Language Differential Pay. *rate depends on language requirements for the position and the candidate’s fluency.

• Employees will receive scheduled earnings bi-weekly, equivalent to 10%of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), with a maximum amount of $6,000.00per calendar year. The annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full-time equivalency (FTE).

Essential Functions:

• Provide case management and direct services through mobile advocacy, support, safety planning, and criminal justice advocacy based on victims’ needs and assessments.
• Provide immediate crisis assistance as well as support in identifying short-term and long-term needs of the client.
• Work with client and their family to develop a safety plan.
• Provideclients and their familieswith appropriate and available resources including housing support, employment resources, education and advocacy in criminal justice system/processes, and emergency funds.
• Oversee and maintain confidential client records.
• Provide biweekly case updates to the Victim Advocate Director.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with court, law enforcement, and victim assistance agencies.
• Participate and offer outreach efforts to communities within the marginalized communities in CO.
• Provide coverage at primary CDWC offices as well as satellite offices as needed.
• Assist in monitoring and recording data and progress towards program goals and objectives.
• Provide appropriate referral information to victims.
• Attend and participate in training opportunities directly related to the position as they are made available.
• Perform additional tasks as requested by the Victim Assistance management.
• This position is required to be on call for the 24-hour crisis line on a rotating basis with the other staff from Victim Assistance Department.
• Expected travel time 65%, mileage reimbursement is available.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, or related field
• Or Bachelor’s Degree in an unrelated field with at least one year of behavioral health experience (including work as a case manager, addiction tech/specialist work, behavioral health specialist, residential counselor, family support specialist, and/or in victim advocacy/support).
• Must have experience with case management and data collection.
• Demonstrated knowledge of victim advocacy, trauma, and crisis intervention
• Preference will be given to candidates that are bilingual (Arabic, French, Vietnamese, Japanese, Burmese, Korean, Mandarin/Cantonese, Khmer, etc.)
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to execute independent judgment with minimal guidance and meet established deadlines in a fast-paced, high-output environment.
• Ability to listen and respond professionally.
• Demonstrate proficiency in statistical data maintenance and report writing.
• Ability to accessinformation, evaluate results, and determine an appropriate course of action.
• Requires possession of a valid Colorado Driver’s License, access to a reliable vehicle, and adequate car insurance

Required Vaccination and TB Test.

At AMHR the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.

Benefits:

• Health insurance: Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

*Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.

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