About Us
"The mission of the Iron County Children’s Justice Center is to provide a comfortable, neutral, child-friendly atmosphere for children to receive coordinated services during the child abuse investigative process"
The Iron County Children’s Justice Center is dedicated to helping our local community respond to allegations of child abuse in ways that are effective, efficient, and that minimize trauma for the child. A Children’s Justice Center (known as children’s advocacy centers in other states) is a child-focused, facility-based program in which representatives from law enforcement, child protection, prosecution, mental health, medical services, and victim advocacy work together to conduct interviews and make team decisions about investigation, prosecution, and treatment of child abuse cases.
The Iron County Children’s Justice Center believes that the combined professional wisdom and skill of the multidisciplinary team approach results in a more complete understanding of case issues and the most effective child and family focused system response possible.
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Our Team
Nik Hulet: Director
Nik Hulet was born in Cedar City and has a family heritage in Southern Utah dating back to the beginning of the town of Paragonah. After many years away, being raised in Upstate New York and working most recently in Las Vegas, Nik and his family have returned to live closer to family. Nik earned his Bachelor of Social Work degree with a minor in Marriage and Family Therapy from UNLV, graduating Suma Cum Laude. After graduating, Nik worked as the manager of Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada's adoption program, Resettlement Director at Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada and most recently (for the past 10 years) the Director/Assistant Principal of Student Support at a Charter School (Amplus Academy) in Las Vegas. Nik's passion for child welfare has brought him to the Children's Justice Center where he looks forward to ensuring the center's continued success in supporting victims and their families.
Adelyn Abbott, Forensic Interviewer
Adelyn “Addy” Abbott is a Forensic Interviewer who has been working with kids in some capacity since 2009. Addy has worked in child psychiatric facilities, residential treatment centers and group homes in Utah, Arizona, and North Carolina. Addy worked as a Child Protective Services Investigator for Davis County, Utah as well as a supervisor with the Division of Child and Family Services, for a total of 6 years. Addy also worked as an Investigator in Fort Worth, Texas on the sexual abuse, physical abuse, and fatality team for CPS. Addy started her career of forensically interviewing victims and witnesses of abuse and crimes as a CPS investigator and in 2022 began as a dedicated forensic interviewer for Salt Lake County CJC. In November of 2023 she made the leap to Iron County where she began as a forensic interviewer at the Iron County Children’s Justice Center. Addy has received advanced training in forensic interviewing such as interviewing children with disabilities, nonverbal children, victims of human trafficking, and more.
Addy grew up in West Valley, Utah where she enjoyed being a ballerina and playing the flute. Addy attended Hunter High school where she was a cheerleader and particularly enjoyed competing at nationals. Addy graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Behavioral Science, with an emphasis in Psychology, from Utah Valley University.
Addy enjoys being outdoors and going on adventures with her family. She also won’t ever turn down a movie night with popcorn, candy, and a cozy blanket.
Erin Green - Victim Service Coordinator
Erin joined our team as a Victim Services Coordinator in June 2025. She holds a degree in Political Science from Southern Utah University. With a strong foundation in public policy and justice systems, she is committed to providing compassionate, informed, and individualized support to victims of crime. Originally, from Northern Virginia, Erin has lived all over the country, which has deepened her appreciation for diverse communities and perspectives. She is passionate about connecting with people and learning about their unique life experiences, an approach that strengthens her advocacy and outreach work.
In her free time Erin enjoys spending time outdoors, playing with her dog, and cheering on the Washington Capitals. Whether she’s hiking a trail or watching a game, she brings the same energy and dedication to her personal interests as she does to her professional role.
Jody Miller, FNP-C, APRN
Jody was born and raised in Cedar City, UT, attended Cedar High School and completed her undergraduate studies at Southern Utah University where she was a member of the SUU gymnastics team from 1995 to 1998. She received her associate degree in nursing from Weber State University in 2000 and began her nursing career at Valley View Medical Center which is now known as Cedar City Hospital.
Over her 20-year career with Cedar City Hospital she has worked in a variety of settings including the Medical Surgical Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Same Day Surgery, Recovery Room, Endoscopy, IV Therapy and the Imaging Department. Jody was graciously awarded the 2006, 2016, and 2018 Nurse Excellence Award, and was named the 2007 Employee of the Year as well as recognized with the Southern Utah Nursing Award for Outstanding Small Hospitalist Nursing Practice in 2011. Jody has achieved several certifications including Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Life Support, PICC (IV) certification, and pediatric sedation provider certification.
Jody also helped to create the first Imaging Nurse position at Cedar City Hospital and implemented the use of Nitrous Oxide for both pediatric and adult patients to aid in reducing procedural anxiety for patients. Jody obtained both her Bachelor of Nursing degree and Master of Nursing degree in Advanced Practice Nursing and Post Graduate Nurse Educator Certificate from Graceland University in Iowa. She was certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioner’s in 2018 and is currently pursuing her Doctorate degree in Advance Practice Nursing with anticipation to graduate in 2021.
Prior to joining the Iron County CJC Jody worked at a private pediatric practice providing primary care to pediatric patients. Jody is also concurrently working with Four Points Health Community Center providing primary care to patients in the Southern Utah area.
She currently lives in Cedar City with her husband and is a mother to four boys and a very proud grandma to an adorable little girl. Jody also enjoys spending time with her family and their five dogs.
Jessica Brindley - Victim Service Coordinator
Jessica Brindley is a dedicated Victim Services Specialist at the Children’s Justice Center, where she is committed to supporting child victims and their families with compassion, respect, and meaningful guidance. In her role, Jessica works closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure each child and caregiver feels heard, informed, and empowered throughout the investigative and healing process. She brings a calm presence, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of trauma-informed care to every interaction.
Originally from Wyoming, Jessica carries the grounding values of her home state into her work—openness, resilience, and a genuine care for community. She believes that advocacy is not just about providing resources; it’s about creating connection, safety, and trust. At the Children’s Justice Center, she helps families navigate forensic interviews, connects them to crucial services, and ensures their needs are met with dignity and sensitivity.
Fluent in Spanish, Jessica provides culturally responsive support to Spanish-speaking families, helping them feel understood, informed, and supported during difficult moments.
Known for her collaborative approach, Jessica partners seamlessly with law enforcement, medical professionals, prosecutors, clinicians, and community organizations to promote the best possible outcomes for the children she serves. Driven by empathy and a deep commitment to helping others, she strives to make a positive impact every day.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her family—whether that’s in the mountains, exploring new places, or simply appreciating nature together. These moments ground her and fuel her passion for advocating for children and families in her community.
