Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Human Trafficking Program Development Specialist (Volunteer)

Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Human Trafficking Program Development Specialist (Volunteer)

Remote | 20–25 Hours Weekly

About LoopRoots Foundation

LoopRoots Foundation is a growing nonprofit organization dedicated to helping justice-impacted individuals, families, survivors, and underserved communities overcome barriers to stability and success. Through transportation assistance, housing support, workforce development, food access, youth programming, family reunification services, and reentry support, we work to create pathways to long-term independence and community reintegration.

As we continue to expand our services, we are seeking a dedicated professional to help design and develop a new survivor-focused program supporting individuals impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.

Position Overview

LoopRoots Foundation is seeking a Volunteer Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Human Trafficking Program Development Specialist to help build a comprehensive program framework focused on survivor safety, stabilization, advocacy, referrals, and long-term support services.

This individual will play a key role in helping shape the organization's future response to survivors of violence, exploitation, and trafficking while ensuring services are trauma-informed, survivor-centered, and aligned with industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Research best practices related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking services.
• Assist in developing program structure, policies, procedures, and service models.
• Identify community partners, shelters, advocacy organizations, and referral resources.
• Help create intake processes, eligibility guidelines, and participant workflows.
• Assist in developing safety planning and survivor support frameworks.
• Research grant opportunities and funding sources related to victim services.
• Develop training materials, resource guides, and operational recommendations.
• Participate in planning meetings and strategic discussions.
• Assist with program launch planning and long-term sustainability efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, victim services, social work, advocacy, behavioral health, crisis intervention, or related fields.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and survivor-centered service delivery.
• Strong research, writing, program development, and organizational skills.
• Experience in nonprofit, government, social services, or community-based programming preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Passion for helping vulnerable populations and building meaningful community programs.

Growth Opportunity

This volunteer role is designed as a leadership development opportunity with the intention of transitioning into a paid position following September 2026, subject to organizational growth, program implementation, funding availability, and performance.

In addition to future employment opportunities, eligible team members may be considered for annual performance-based bonuses and leadership advancement opportunities as the program expands.

What You'll Gain

• Opportunity to build a new program from the ground up.
• Direct involvement in creating services that support survivors and families.
• Experience in nonprofit leadership, program development, grant research, and community partnerships.
• Professional references and career development opportunities.
• Potential pathway to future employment with LoopRoots Foundation.

Commitment

• 20–25 hours per week.
• Fully remote.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Participation in team meetings and program planning sessions.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Resume
• Brief statement of interest
• Relevant experience working with survivors, victim services, social services, advocacy, program development, or related fields

LoopRoots Foundation is committed to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive environments for all individuals and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.