Get Involved

alliance for childrenVOLUNTEER

Child abuse is not only a tragedy for the child and family, but also for our entire community. You can help overcome the effects of child abuse by participating in one of the many programs for families. Your support can make a world of difference to a child who needs hope. 
 

Volunteer opportunities include:
 

1
Center Volunteer

Our investigative centers are open Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm and our counseling centers are open Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 7:00pm. Volunteers help at one of our various centers (see list of facilities) by greeting and assisting clients, directing phone calls, interacting with children in the lobby and helping out with other center/office related projects. This opportunity may also include helping with seasonal events such as our holiday donation drives by organizing donations and contacting families. 

2
Sibling Facilitator/Groups

We offer group counseling one night each week during the school year at each of our counseling centers (see lists of facilities). This program provides opportunities for volunteers to function as a Sibling Facilitator by helping to plan activities and engage the siblings who attend groups while the caregivers and children who are receiving counseling attend their peer group counseling sessions.

3
Kids Crew

We partner with Cook Children's Medical Center to serve children who have been physically or sexually abused and/or seriously neglected and who have been admitted for in-patient medical attention. We are able to help give these children individual attention, while also providing some relief to the nurses who are caring for these young patients.

4
Family Advocate Assistance

Throughout the year, our Family Advocates provide unique opportunities for volunteers to assist in providing support to our families by helping with a room Makeover Project or volunteering at Camp B.L.U.E.  Makeover Project transforms a child's space, typically their bedroom, and allows the child to heal from memories of past abuse. Camp B.L.U.E. is a week-long day camp held during spring break and once during the summer. Camp B.L.U.E. stands for – Building. Learning. Understanding. Empowering. Volunteers help provide a positive and encouraging environment for the kids attending the camp and assists with workshops, projects, crafts, games and other projects.

5
Fundraising & Special Events

Alliance For Children hosts various fundraising events to help engage the community in raising awareness regarding the mission of Alliance For Children while also raising funds to support the services that we provide at no cost to families. We also coordinate with 3rd Parties who host various events and contribute the proceeds to Alliance For Children. Volunteers can help serve on planning committees, prepare for events, assist with event set-up/tear down as well as volunteer during the event. You can find out more about any scheduled events by visiting our Events Page or following us on social media.

6
Special Projects

This includes both on-site and off-site directed projects as well as donor drives to collect needed supplies such as stuffed animals, journals, graduation basket items, customized art journals, encouragement cards, or other items used by our staff to support clients during counseling sessions, court appointments or other opportunities.

7
Community Involvement

Happy Bear Support: 

Description:  Community Educators provide prevention education to students PreK-12th grade in Tarrant County public schools.  PreK and Kindergarten presentations feature Happy Bear who helps students learn about Welcome and Unwelcome touches.  This is a 15-20 minute presentation.  Our Community Educator shares a story about Happy Bear’s day while Happy Bear (person dressed in a bear costume) “act out” the story.  For example, happy bear puts on his backpack; person in bear costume pretends to put on a backpack, etc.

Alliance For Children Outreach Support:  

Description: Assist Alliance For Children at community fairs when needed.  This may include setting up a table/booth with Alliance For Children materials and confidently speak alongside our staff to interested individuals about our services and mission.


alliance for childrenSPECIAL EVENT FUNDRAISERS


alliance for children UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS

Alliance For Children holds other special event fundraisers during the year.  All of the money raised at our special events supports Alliance For Children’s ongoing efforts to fight child abuse and raise awareness of the issue of child abuse in Tarrant County.

 

clay shoot

Alliance For Children Annual Sporting Clay Tournament

Take aim at Tarrant County child abuse at our 6th annual Sporting Clay Tournament!

Friday, May 3, 2024

Alpine Shooting Range in Fort Worth

Purchase Teams and Tickets here

 

 


alliance for childrenDONATE

donate

There are several ways to support the work of Alliance For Children.

Monetary Donation

You can make a one-time or monthly donation to Alliance For Children. Your donation can be made in honor of or in memory of someone and an acknowledgment can be sent in recognition of your gift.  

Monetary donations can be made here

Donors can also contact Alliance For Children about planned giving including IRAs, Stocks and Securities. For more information, contact your financial advisor or email Paige Higgins.

In-Kind Donations

Alliance For Children also accepts the donation of NEW items that best support the children and families that we serve. Much needed items include:

  • Diapers and wipes
  • New clothing sizes 7/8 and up
  • New shoes sizes 4 and up
  • Gift cards to Walmart or Target
  • Gas cards
  • Grocery gift cards
  • Additional items can be found on our wishlist below via Amazon. 

If you are interested in collecting items for Alliance For Children, email Paige Higgins.

Click Here to Donate from our Emergency Needs Wishlist 


alliance for childrenEMPLOYMENT AND INTERNSHIPS


Job Openings

Alliance For Children is the children’s advocacy center serving all of Tarrant County. Since 1992, over 65,000 children have benefitted from Alliance For Children’s teamed investigations and coordinated approach. Alliance For Children is a nonprofit organization that operates child-friendly centers located in Arlington, Fort Worth, Hurst, and Lakeside. It is our mission to protect Tarrant County children from child abuse through teamed investigations, healing services, and community education.

Director of Program Services

The Director of Program Services is responsible for the Client Relations Specialist, Family Advocate and Forensic Interview programs within Alliance For Children. This will include direct program oversight and establishment of best practice models within these programs.

Job Duties/Essential Functions:
  • Supervise program supervisors, including determining workloads and schedules, evaluating staff performance, providing training and making hiring, promotion and disciplinary recommendations.
  • Ensure regular meetings are held with the program to assist in the teamwork and oversight of the program goals.
  • Manage the program spending and budget.
  • Oversee day-to-day operations of each program.
  • Provide oversight and direct as to best practice methods.
  • Ensure uniformity within each program at each Alliance For Children location.
  • Provide support and direction for their program in sustaining expected work product and visioning for future needs.
  • Formulate, and review as appropriate, all protocols and procedures as they impact the workings of the AFC Team.
  • Ensure each program meets the standards for Children's Advocacy Centers as outlined in the Texas Family Code, standards guidelines as directed by Children's Advocacy Centers of Texas and local MDT protocols.
  • Consistently attend multidisciplinary case staffing meetings to monitor program and partner engagement and service delivery.
  • Attend all Interagency Committee meetings with Chief Program Officer and facilitate meetings as requested.
  • Develop interagency relationships between local law enforcement, Department of Family and Protective Services, Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney's Office, local medical organizations, and Alliance For Children.
  • Accessible 24 hours as needed and available for after hours on-call situations.
  • Meet regularly with the senior management team and Chief Executive Officer to ensure cohesion and teamwork.
  • Accept special assignments and/or duties as assigned by the Chief Program Officer of Chief Executive Officer.
  • Support the overall mission of Alliance For Children and each program within the agency structure by working collectively and cohesively with other management team members, demonstrating and modeling a positive, collaborative working environment.
 
Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree required; degree in social work or related field preferred.
  • Master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum of five years' experience working within a multidisciplinary team, preferably the Children's Advocacy Center model; a minimum of three years' experience working directly within the child abuse field
  • Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory role
  • Must have valid driver's license and proof of liability insurance.
  • Must successfully complete criminal and civil background checks.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and present in a positive, professional manner at all times.
  • Able to critically problem solve in high stress, emergency circumstances.
  • Must be able to handle difficult, possibly graphic case details.
  • Understanding of the Children's Advocacy Center model and child abuse investigative process
  • Able to maintain composure and professionalism under pressure of deadlines.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
 
Application:

Please click on the following link to submit your resume and complete an application detailing your qualifications for this position: https://workforcenow.adp.com

Questions specific to this position may be directed to Barell Morgan at bmorgan@allianceforchildren.org. No phone calls please.

Community Educator (Full-Time)

The Community Educator is responsible for promoting knowledge in child abuse prevention through efforts to educate children to recognize, resist and report abusive situations. The Community Educator also assists with providing prevention education to adults throughout Tarrant County. This position also demonstrates enthusiasm for the mission of Alliance For Children in the community served.

Minimum Requirements:
  • High school diploma required, some college or Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Bilingual abilities in English/Spanish strongly preferred.
  • Minimum 18 year age required.
  • Must have valid driver's license and proof of liability insurance if driving for agency purposes.
  • 2 years' experience working with children preferred.
  • Experience in public speaking preferred.
  • Proficiency in computer literacy required.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed, required.
  • Must successfully complete annual criminal and civil background checks.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Personal qualities of professionalism, integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Alliance For Children.
 
Job Duties/Essential Functions:
  • Prepare and deliver the P.S. It's My Body!, NetSmartz and Monique Burr Foundation training programs to children and teens within Tarrant County. This personal body safety and internet safety education is conducted in schools and youth serving organizations.
  • Prepare and deliver child abuse prevention training to groups of adults throughout Tarrant County.
  • Develop opportunities to share children and adult education programs to additional schools or other youth serving organizations within Tarrant County and coordinate presentation schedules with points of contact.
  • Assist with the coordination and implementation of MDT trainings for staff and partners at Alliance For Children.
  • Represent Alliance For Children in the community by sharing mission of Alliance For Children and promoting prevention education.
  • Collaborate with the Outreach and Training Team to develop and promote Alliance For Children's Child Abuse Prevention Campaign during the month of April.
  • Demonstrate willingness to accept new opportunities that may be outside the current job description as the Outreach and Training Supervisor or Alliance For Children Management presents them.
  • Other job duties as requested by immediate supervisor or leadership team.
 
Physical Requirements:
  • Able to complete duties of job as listed above.
  • Independent travel by private auto required.
 
Application:

Please click on the following link to submit your resume and complete an application detailing your qualifications for this position: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=6a6bbc18-67c0-4104-8a38-7cd675903148&ccId=9200426510687_2&lang=en_US&jobId=9200635255646_1&&source=EN. Questions specific to this position may be directed to Esther Saldivar at esaldivar@allianceforchildren.org. No phone calls please.

Agency Perks:
  • Mental health focused environment.
  • Meaningful assistance programs like personal & professional development.
  • 403b with agency contribution.
  • Generous vacation and wellness leave.
  • 13 paid holidays.
  • Agency currently pays 100% of employee-only medical.
  • Encouragement of work/life balance.
  • Relaxed dress code when appropriate.
  • Center perks and celebrations regularly available and encouraged.

 

Facilities Support Specialist (Full Time)

The Facilities Support Specialist is responsible for the assistance in overseeing the day-to-day operations of all Alliance For Children facilities, supporting the agency, staff, and partners by providing a safe and mission-focused working environment.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Associates degree preferred.
  • Minimum of two years' work experience preferred.
  • Must have valid driver's license and proof of liability insurance.
  • Must successfully completely criminal and civil background checks.
  • Able to maintain confidentiality and always present in a positive, professional manner.
  • Able to maintain composure and professionalism under pressure of deadlines.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Alliance For Children.
 
Job Duties/Essential Functions:

SECURITY AND SAFETY SUPPORT

  • Provide support in the agency's security system management, including production and distribution of agency staff photo IDs.
  • Provide support in the establishment of the agency Emergency Action Plan for each facility and coordinate annual drills, working closely with Client Relations Specialist and Clinical Assistants, as well as partners.
  • Provide clear and consistent communications with Alliance For Children staff and partners in the event of a facilities-related security or safety event. 
  • Perform other related duties as requested by immediate supervisor or Chief Financial Officer.

INVENTORY AND FACILITIES MAINTENANCE SUPPORT

  • Provide support with agency inventory control for all agency equipment and supplies including quarterly supply purchase order requests.
  • Coordinate regularly scheduled maintenance and necessary repair services, working closely with immediate supervisor, Client Relations Specialists and Clinical Assistants. 
  • Proactively survey the exterior and interior of each facility utilizing the provided department checklist, or as directed by supervisor, to determine necessary maintenance requirements. 
  • Perform cleanup or repairs and/or request vendor assistance if required. Activities include changing air filters, changing light bulbs, picking up debris, and providing custodial support if unexpectedly required. 
  • Assist in set-up and breakdown of training room and meeting spaces, including audio/visual, at all centers as requested and available. 
  • Provide support in the coordination and implementation of major office moves or deliveries, ensuring that existing office furniture is utilized when possible, and that safety is a priority. 
  • Perform other related duties as requested by immediate supervisor or Chief Financial Officer.
 
Application:

Please click on the following link to submit your resume and complete an application detailing your qualifications for this position: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=6a6bbc18-67c0-4104-8a38-7cd675903148&ccId=9200426510687_2&lang=en_US&jobId=9200635276714_1&&source=EN

Questions specific to this position may be directed to Patricia Gruver, Operations Manager at PGruver@allianceforchildren.org. No phone calls please. 

Agency Perks:
  • Mental health focused environment.
  • Meaningful assistance programs like personal & professional development.
  • 403b with agency contribution.
  • Generous vacation and wellness leave.
  • 13 paid holidays.
  • Agency currently pays 100% of employee-only medical.
  • Encouragement of work/life balance.
  • Relaxed dress code when appropriate.
  • Center perks and celebrations regularly available and encouraged.

 

Clinical Therapist

The Clinical Therapist will be responsible for scheduling appointments for their designated Alliance For Children center and providing individual counseling services to child abuse victims and protective adult caregivers under general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor. Clinical services to be provided in-person and virtually.

 

Minimum Requirements:

 

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or related field with a current Texas license as an LMSW, LPC-A or LMFT-A: LCSW, LPC or LMFT preferred.

Must be familiar with TF-CBT and be knowledgeable of other EBP’s.

Bilingual (Spanish/English) abilities required.

Must possess strong communication and documentation skills.

Must have two years of experience working with child abuse victims in a clinical setting.

Must be comfortable leading groups in the absence of a contract therapist or if asked to take on and lead a weekly group.

Must be willing to conduct telemental health sessions as needed.

Must have valid driver's license and proof of liability insurance if driving for agency purposes.

Must successfully complete annual criminal and civil background checks.

Able to maintain confidentiality and present in a positive, professional manner at all times.

Able to maintain composure and professionalism under pressure of deadlines.

Regular and reliable attendance.

Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Alliance For Children.

 

 

Physical Requirements:

 

Able to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel and twist on an intermittent and sometimes continuous basis. Able to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers and reach overhead. Able to operate a telephone and computer. Able to lift up to 20 lbs. Moderate independent travel by private auto required.

 

Application:

 

Please click on the following link to submit your resume and complete an application detailing your qualifications for this position: 

 

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=6a6bbc18-67c0-4104-8a38-7cd675903148&ccId=9200426510687_2&jobId=475072&lang=en_US&source=EN

 

Alliance For Children provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

 

Agency Perks:

 

Mental health focused environment. 

Meaningful assistance programs like personal & professional development. 

403b with agency contribution.

Generous vacation and wellness leave.

13 paid holidays.

Agency currently pays 100% of employee-only medical.

Encouragement of work/life balance.

Relaxed dress code when appropriate. 

Snacks, coffee, candy, and center celebrations regularly available and encouraged. 

 

Mission:

 

The mission of Alliance For Children is to protect Tarrant County children from child abuse through teamed investigations, healing services, and community education.


Internships

Interns who work at Alliance For Children not only work in a therapeutic setting, but can also be given the opportunity to work closely with law enforcement, the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office, and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Internship positions are provided through our Clinical, Family Advocate, and Multi-Disciplinary Team programs at all Alliance For Children locations, as well as with our Advancement team located at our Fort Worth Center. 

To contact us about applying for an internship, please click here.

General Internship Requirements:
•    All applicants must submit a resume, complete an application and provide three professional references.
•    All interns must pass a criminal and CPS background check.
•    All interns must be attending an accredited university seeking a degree in social work, counseling or related field.
•    Students must be willing to work some evenings and weekends and be able to provide their own transportation among all six Alliance For Children locations.
•    All interns will attend specific training for their placement as well as child sexual abuse prevention training prior to working with clients.
•    Students must commit to one semester at Alliance For Children.
•    Students must commit to 15 hours each week.
•    Students will agree to participate in weekly supervision with their supervisor.


Outcomes Specialist Internship

 

The Outcomes Department is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting data, both qualitative and quantitative, to our staff and grantors. Our team is also responsible for working with all departments to identify opportunities for measurable outcomes to drive improvements; internally and externally. 

Contact Barell Morgan at bmorgan@allianceforchildren.org. The internship is unpaid.

 

Clinical Internship 

Requirements:
•    Applicants must be seeking a master’s level degree in social work, counseling or a related field.
•    Students must have completed practicum and coursework in counseling theories prior to placement.
•    Interns must be willing to work with clients of all ages in a therapeutic and/or group setting.
•    Must attend a monthly Clinical Team meeting.
•    Students must commit to two semesters at Alliance For Children.

If you have questions, please contact Diana Davis at Dldavis@allianceforchildren.org. The internship opportunity is unpaid.

 

Family Advocate Internship 

Requirements:
•    Applicants must be seeking at least a Bachelor’s level degree in social work, counseling or related field.
•    Interns must be willing to participate in multidisciplinary staff meetings, observe and implement family needs assessments, provide case management services when needed, research local family resources, and learn crisis intervention techniques.
•    Interns may also be asked to participate in community events, fundraisers, educational programs and other programs offered by Alliance For Children.

If you have questions, please contact Ayda Torres at atorres@allianceforchildren.org. The internship opportunity is unpaid.
 

Community Education Internship


Alliance For Children works to prevent abuse in our community by providing prevention education to children and adults in Tarrant County as well as ensuring that our staff and partners receive regular training to support their role in our mission. The Community Education Intern will work closely with community educators to conduct children’s education curriculum to students within Tarrant County school districts. Intern will also work with Outreach and Training Supervisor to assist with adult education needs by providing support in set-up/close out of events and trainings. 
Contact: Katia Gonzalez at kgonzalez@allianceforchildren.org The internship opportunity is unpaid.
 
 


Team Relations Internship


Alliance For Children works collaboratively with partner agencies to reduce trauma for children and families impacted by child abuse. The MDT Coordination/Team Relations team supports this collaborative model and ensures efficient communication between partners and that children and families have access to our services in a timely fashion.  The team relations intern will provide support to the programs within Training and Team Relations Department. Intern will assist in MDT case coordination to facilitate services for the benefit of children and their families impacted by child abuse.  This may include making DFPS reports, assisting with team appreciation events, case data entry, and more.  
Contact: Katia Gonzalez at kgonzalez@allianceforchildren.org The internship opportunity is unpaid.

 

Advancement Internship

The Advancement team supports Alliance For Children by securing funding for programs and services, executes our client affinity programs, and seeks and promotes opportunities to share our mission with the greater community. This includes processing all donations, thanking and stewarding donors and corporations, hosting two large fundraising events annually (Let’s Play Bingo! Ladies Luncheon and Sporting Clay Tournament), applying for private and government grants, and coordinating client affinity programs such as Room Makeovers, Back to School, Christmas Connection, and Camp BLUE. Contact: Molly Kulpa at mkulpa@allianceforchildren.org The internship opportunity is unpaid.

Internship Duties include:

  • Assist with pre-event and day-of tasks to support annual major fundraising events, including opportunities to interact with and support volunteers. 

  • Collaborate with the Design & Content Creator to create content for social media channels and monthly e-newsletters. 

  • Assist Advancement team with annual fundraising initiatives and community awareness pieces such as North Texas Giving Day, Annual Appeal, and Annual Report.  

  • Provide scheduling support for the Client Support Coordinator, interfacing with client families, volunteer groups, and vendors.  

  • Work with Database & Event Logistics Coordinator and Donor Relations Coordinator on donor stewardship and database management. 

  • Perform other responsibilities and duties to support the Advancement team as assigned.

Internship Requirements:

  • Must be a currently enrolled college student pursuing a degree in social work, communication, English, nonprofit management/fundraising, public service, business, event-planning/management, PR/marketing, journalism, or a related field  

  • Must have interest in the nonprofit sector  

  • Experience working with or volunteering for nonprofits is preferred 

  • Understands the seriousness and necessity of the mission of Alliance For Children and that exposure to sensitive content may occur.  

  • Depending on the timing and duration of internship, you may be asked to assist at fundraising events or client affinity events that take place outside of normal business hours. You may also be asked to interact with client families with professionalism and sensitivity at client affinity events.   

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Previous internship and/or office experience is preferred. 

  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. 

  • Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.  

  • Ability to work independently without close oversight and manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently to meet deadlines. 

  • Must be a team player with a positive attitude and able to conduct themselves in a professional manner. 

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office. 

  • Experience with Apricot 360 case management software is a plus. 

  • Experience with Raiser’s Edge and/or Greater Giving software is a plus. 

  • Ability to quickly learn new software. 

  • Experience with social media content creation is a plus. 

It is the policy of Alliance For Children to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hairstyle/texture), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Alliance For Children prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

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alliance for childrenCHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH

every child deserves a hero

CLICK FOR PREVENTION TOOLKIT RESOURCES


 

 

April is nationally recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Help prevent child abuse by downloading the contents below and sharing them with your children. 

Child Abuse Prevention Month Toolkit

 

Go Blue Day – Friday, April 5, 2024

Wear your favorite blue in honor of your commitment to preventing child abuse. Post to social media with the hashtag #EveryChildNeedsAHero.

Blue Sunday – Sunday, April 28, 2024

Honor child abuse prevention in your house of worship with these ideas: