We're Hiring: Disability & Access Specialist We’re looking for a Disability & Access Specialist to lead key accessibility initiatives to help reduce and eliminate accessibility barriers to Center services. In this role, you will: - Develop internal accessibility processes and practices to better accommodate disabled learners. - Manage language translations and conduct manual accessibility testing of educational materials. - Serve as a subject matter expert on disability and accessibility needs for safeguarding athletes in Olympic and Paralympic contexts. What you'll bring: -Knowledge of disability and accessibility laws, regulations, and initiatives. - Experience conducting accessibility evaluations and using tools and technologies like WAVE, JAWS, etc. - Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills. Visit the link below to learn more and apply today. https://lnkd.in/eEdua8wk #DisabilityAndAcess #Accessibility #USCenterForSafeSport #EndAbuse #Hiring #JoinOurTeam
U.S. Center for SafeSport
Spectator Sports
Denver, CO 5,380 followers
Our vision is that every athlete will be safe, supported, and strengthened through sport.
About us
The U.S. Center for SafeSport is an independent national nonprofit organization responsible for responding to and preventing emotional, physical, and sexual misconduct and abuse in the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement. We also serve as an educational resource for sports organizations at all level, from recreational to professional. Founded in 2017 by Congressional mandate, in the wake of highly publicized cases of athlete abuse, our staff is growing rapidly, now numbering over 100 in nearly 30 states. We recruit talented humans in a wide array of fields, from investigations and law to education and training, to audit and compliance, to marketing and communications. Our values of respect, accountability, inclusivity, integrity and wellness underscore all we do, and our passion for our work inspires us daily to build a culture—throughout our team and among athletes and allies everywhere—in which everyone feels safe, supported, and strengthened. If you have experienced abuse or misconduct—or if you have reasonable suspicion of abuse or misconduct inflicted on, or by, someone in the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement report here: https://uscenterforsafesport.org/report-a-concern/ To ensure the U.S. Center for SafeSport’s social media channels remain a place that is welcoming and constructive, U.S. Center for SafeSport (Center) administrators reserve the right to moderate comments, including deletion of replies or other content and interactions they deem to be in violation of the Center’s Social Media Community Standards (found below) or in violation of the social media platform’s community standards. Center administrators may also take action to block or report social media platform users for violations. See our full Community Standards here: www.uscenterforsafesport.org/terms-of-use
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https://www.uscenterforsafesport.org
External link for U.S. Center for SafeSport
- Industry
- Spectator Sports
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Denver, CO
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2017
- Specialties
- Olympics, Paralympics, Athletes, Education, Training, Audit, Compliance, Investigations, Safety, Ending Abuse in Sport, Youth Sports, Sports, Legal, and Abuse Prevention
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P.O. Box 460308
Denver, CO 80222, US
Employees at U.S. Center for SafeSport
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Marna S.
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Erin Carlstrand
Senior Manager, Digital Media & Design at U.S. Center for SafeSport
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Allyson Neville
Policy, government relations, media/communications, coalition building, and grassroots engagement. Leader with two decades of experience and proven…
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Scott Rochelle
Sports Executive | General Counsel | Board Governance | Sports Marketing
Updates
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The U.S. Center for SafeSport’s Response and Resolution process was created to fairly resolve reports of abuse or misconduct within U.S. Olympic and Paralympic sport. But what if someone knowingly submits a false report of abuse or misconduct? Learn what happens when someone tries to misuse the SafeSport process by filing a false report. Check out the article ↓ https://lnkd.in/eXvnTmv7 #SafeSport #USCenterForSafeSport #EndAbuse
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We're Hiring: Process Navigators I & II Are you passionate about supporting individuals through complex processes with empathy, clarity, and care? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where every call matters? Our team is looking for Reporting & Process Navigators to be the steady voice on our 24-hour Reporting & Process Line. This role is all about being a neutral, trauma-informed guide for those navigating our Response & Resolution (R&R) process. 🔍 What you'll do: - Be the first point of contact for callers reporting misconduct or seeking guidance. - Provide clear, compassionate explanations of the R&R process. - Offer educational materials and connect stakeholders with support services. 💡 What we're looking for: -Deep understanding of trauma and its impact, especially across intersectional identities. -Experience providing trauma-informed care. -Exceptional de-escalation skills. This role is more than just answering calls—it's about being a resource and a trusted navigator. Visit the link ↓ for more information and apply today. #Hiring #TraumaInformedCare #SupportProfessionals #JoinOurTeam #USCenterForSafeSport #EndAbuse
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Coaches, did you know that creating a sport environment free from bullying can help protect athletes from other types of abuse? Try the strategies in our Bullying Prevention Handbook https://lnkd.in/ebYcSsD5 #BullyingPreventionMonth #BullyingPrevention #Coaches #USCenterForSafeSport #EndAbuse
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Are you an athlete interested in helping make safety and well-being a priority in sports? Apply to join the SafeSport Athlete Advisory Team (SAAT). SAAT member and former D1 swimmer Lainee Jones believes deeply that all athletes deserve an abuse-free experience in sport: “When an athlete feels safe, they feel seen, they feel supported, and they feel comfortable enough to push themselves and achieve their own goals.” #Athlete voices matter. Applications are open through October 31. Learn more and apply today ↓ https://lnkd.in/e-SmxRd2 #Sport #Sports #SafeSport #USCenterForSafeSport #EndAbuse
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Parents and guardians, learn your role in helping prevent bullying in sport. This National Bullying Prevention Month, explore successful strategies you can use when talking to your child or teen about bullying. Check out the article ↓ for prompts to help you get the conversation going and tips for responding to mean or harmful behavior in the moment. We'll be sharing bullying prevention content throughout the month. Stay tuned to learn more about this important topic in sport. https://lnkd.in/emPTU9bZ #BullyingPrevention #BullyingPreventionMonth #USCenterForSafeSport #EndAbuse
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Minor officials can face harassment, but they are often left out of the conversation about protecting youth in sport. Ending harassment of minor officials means changing how we think about their role. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/esFsunQY #YouthSports #Sports #Referee #USCenterForSafeSport #EndAbuse
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We're Hiring: Compliance Auditor Are you passionate about integrity in sport? Join our team as a Compliance Auditor, where you'll play a vital role in upholding standards and conducting audits of National Governing Bodies within the Olympic and Paralympic Movement. Key responsibilities are: · Conduct on-site audits at sporting events/competitions nationwide · Arrange and conduct pre- and post-audit meetings with NGB staff · Formulate, track, and review NGB remediation of corrective action plans Our ideal candidate has: ✅ Experience in compliance, auditing, or sport governance ✅ Strong communication and critical thinking skills ✅ Ability to work independently and as part of a team If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of sport, we’d love to hear from you. 👉 Apply now or share with someone who’d be a great fit. https://lnkd.in/e6C6ywph #Hiring #JobAlert #AuditAndCompliance #USCenterForSafeSport #EndAbuse
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Transforming the culture of sport is a team effort. Athletes matter. #Athlete voices matter. The SafeSport Athlete Advisory Team (SAAT) offers a meaningful way for athletes to share their experiences and perspectives to help create safer, healthier environments across all levels of sport. We’re currently accepting applications to join the SAAT. Add your voice to help build a sport culture that prioritizes safety and well-being. Apply by October 31. ↓ https://lnkd.in/e-SmxRd2 #Athlete #Sports #CultureChange #SafeSport #USCenterForSafeSport #EndAbuse
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We’ve developed resources to support you in creating sport environments that are free from abuse. From helping you understand what grooming is to explaining the process for reporting abuse, these resources offer guidance so you can better protect the athletes in your life. Explore our new Abuse Prevention Resources page to learn more ↓ https://lnkd.in/gDpnAM4Z #AbusePrevention #Sports #YouthSports #USCenterForSafeSport #EndAbuse
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