Child Advocacy Program of Chautauqua County

08/17/2026

Come join our team!

08/17/2026

🏒 We’re excited to partner with the JCC Jayhawks Hockey Team for a special event supporting the Child Advocacy Program!

Join us on November 20th as we come together to raise awareness and funds to support children and families in our community. Your support helps make a difference!

Come out, cheer on the Jayhawks, and help us make a difference for kids!

08/04/2026

CAP is hiring! The position is full time, 35 hours weekly.
Position Title: Family Advocate

Job Summary: Provide a variety of advocacy services and interventions for child victims of abuse and their families. Interact with professionals from other disciplines and agencies involved in abuse investigations and/or provision of services with victims and families.

Education, Trainings and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services preferred; Minimum Associate Degree in relevant field required. Two years experience in the field of child services, including abuse and/or victim advocacy. This position requires use of an automobile, a valid NY State driver’s license and proof of valid insurance. Applicant will be working in both the Jamestown and Dunkirk CAP offices.

Duties and Responsibilities include:
• Establish contact with and provide support for victims and families at multidisciplinary team interviews, provide crisis intervention.
• Maintain contact with victims and families throughout their involvement with CAP, including the investigation and prosecution by keeping them informed of the case status, upcoming meetings or court dates, and assessing needs of families and victims.
• Provide criminal court advocacy, court preparation, and support for victims and families in coordination with prosecution.
• Provide assessment of client needs and develop a plan to meet the needs for clients and families referred to CAP.
• Participate in community outreach and educational events.
• Work a flexible schedule as required by responsibilities of the position.

Send resume to Beth Oakes, Executive Director @capjustice.org

07/28/2026

A heartfelt thank you to the Jamestown Police Department for their generous donation to the Child Advocacy Program!

Our partnership with law enforcement is an essential part of the multidisciplinary team approach that helps children and families receive the support, protection, and justice they deserve. We are grateful for the Jamestown Police Department's continued collaboration and commitment to making a difference in our community.

Thank you for standing with us and the children and families we serve!

07/20/2026

Come out for a fun evening for a good cause!! ⚾️

Join us on Thursday, July 23rd at 5:00 pm when members of the Jamestown Police Department face members of the Jamestown Old Timers in a charity baseball game at Russell Diethrick Park. We are asking for a $5 donation to attend. There will be a 50/50 drawing and concessions.

All of the proceeds will be donated to the Child Advocacy Program.

Please come out and support this great community event!

07/16/2026