Entries by James

Providing a family with a safe home and wrap around supportive services… A mother and her two children were trapped and isolated in their home. Her husband was physically and emotionally abusive, and although she believed she was shielding her children from the abuse, the turning point came when her seven-year-old daughter witnessed her being […]

Domestic violence is not just physical

Many individuals struggle to understand that domestic violence isn’t always physical. One woman, perpetually walking on eggshells within her marriage, didn’t think CAPSA could assist her. “Because, he never hit me,” she said. His abuse was more insidious — belittling her, criticizing her appearance, giving her the silent treatment, and then blaming her for his […]

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Introducing Scott Wyatt and Derek Carlsen

CAPSA’s volunteer board of directors is crucial in guiding the organization’s vision. These dedicated individuals devote their time and expertise to ensure CAPSA remains focused on effectively supporting victims of domestic and sexual violence. We are deeply grateful for their unwavering commitment to creating lasting change for survivors and the community, and we take pride […]

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CAPSA selected as one of Utah’s 100 Companies Championing Women

Logan, UT – CAPSA, a nonprofit domestic violence, sexual assault, and rape support and recovery center serving Northern Utah has been recognized as one of Utah’s 100 Companies Championing Women by Inspire In Utah, an initiative of the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity. This recognition identifies and celebrates companies that offer family-friendly policies and […]

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Malouf to provide bedding to CAPSA’s Shelter

The Malouf Foundation Announces their Continued Commitment to Provide Bedding to CAPSA’s Shelter Logan, UT – The Malouf Foundation has recently announced its continued commitment to providing bedding to the Citizens Against Physical and Sexual Abuse (CAPSA)’s emergency shelter. The CAPSA shelter is a 36-bed homeless shelter that provides refuge to survivors of domestic violence, […]

Caseworker

Job Title: Caseworker Reports To: Social Service Director Employment Terms: Full time (40 hrs/week) Salary Range: $17 – $2o Per hour Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, or another related field. Social Service Worker (SSW) licensure preferred. Ability to work in crisis situations. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to build positive working […]

Therapist

Job Title: Therapist Reports To: Clinical Services Director Employment Terms: Full time (40 hrs/week) Salary Range: $26 – $29 Per hour Qualifications: Master’s degree in Social Work or related field. Licensed as LCSW, LMFT, CMHC, and/or PsyD (CSW, MFT, or ACMHC minimum, supervision can be provided). A working knowledge of trauma, including rape and domestic […]

Function of CAPSA Caseworkers

CAPSA provides Advocacy and Support services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and rape. CAPSA provides specialized expertise Just like if someone has cancer, they see an oncologist because they specialize in cancer. With domestic violence, sexual assault, and rape – CAPSA provides specialized expertise. CAPSA’s Caseworkers are experts in this field and have […]

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Update about COVID-19

In recent communications, I have shared the steps CAPSA has taken to ensure the safety of our staff and clients all while implementing new tools and processes to continue delivering essential life-saving services. We know domestic violence has increased during this crisis; with social distancing, many victims are now trapped with their abusers and increased […]

Therapy – Primary and Secondary Survivors

CAPSA’s Clinical Therapy is for primary and secondary survivors of domestic violence, rape, sexual assault and other types of abuse. This service is free and confidential. CAPSA offers therapy to help heal from the trauma associated with abuse. It is not easy, particularly in the moment when survivors are still dealing with the fallout of […]