Contact Us News & Press Careers English DONATE ABOUT IMPACT PROGRAMS GET INVOLVED CHILD CARE RESOURCES JOB OPPORTUNITIES Join Our CFF Family, recognized as a Top Workplace in Delaware 11 years in a row. Every member of the Children & Families First family is equally vested in the prevention, intervention, and healing of childhood adversity. We're committed to the recruitment and retention of talented individuals who embrace our goals, empower our mission, and engage in our results-oriented culture. To view current opportunities scroll down. All positions are listed alphabetically by PROGRAM: TITLE HOW TO APPLY: Please send your resume & cover letter clearly identifying the position you are applying for: BY EMAIL: jobs@cffde.org BY MAIL: Human Resources, Children & Families First, 809 N. Washington St, Wilmington, DE 19801 BY FAX: (855) 295-5339 COMMUNITY SCHOOLS OUTREACH PARTNERS (Part-Time /Hourly, Wilmington and Middletown locations) The Parent Outreach Partner is responsible for making the school a welcoming and supportive environment for families through the creation of resources, workshops, classes and opportunities for advocacy. Foster relationships with parents and other members of the school community such as the Booster/PTA, Principal and community based collaborations through formal and informal contacts. Establish linkages with neighborhood-based organizations for the purpose of information gathering, referral and advocacy for families. Engage parents in school activities through community outreach. Bilingual speaking (Spanish/English) desirable for position for Wilmington. Three Part-time, hourly positions (Up to 25 hours/week), no benefits. Work during school year only, 10 months/ year. Hourly rate based on education and experience. Locations of positions are Silverlake Elementary School and Redding Middle School in the in the Appoquinimink School District and Baynard Elementary School in Wilmington. TEAM LEADER (Full-Time, (Wilmington) Responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing strategies for multi-disciplinary team to support the success of the community school’s initiative. Responsible for administrative and management of a Community Schools site and supervision of program staff. Develop, coordinate and implement strategies for multi-disciplinary team. Provide program site services including assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and advocacy to meet school and community needs. Plan and facilitate community schools’ offerings for students, parents, and community members. Budgeting and fiscal accountability. Implement program operations through policies and procedures, goals and objectives. Lead multi-disciplinary team implementation of evidence- based best and promising practices. Prepare and maintain timely documentation, reports and records in accordance with agency, state accreditation, and other requirements. Collaborate with community members, school principal, faculty and participating public/private agencies in support of students and their families. Develop partnerships, coordinate, and advise partners, and facilitate a school advisory board for the community school. Ensure timely submission of all regular or required reports, regular collection and reporting of program data as required to support project evaluation processes. Implement program operations in keeping with program’s policies and procedures, goals and objectives. Implement and monitor program/contract utilization, and staff productivity. Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) in human service field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree desirable. Previous supervisory experience and strong knowledge base in program areas, desirable Must have strong written and oral communication skills and a strong working knowledge of computers and applications. Must have valid driver’s license, which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier. Full Time (37.5 hours/week) with benefits. Location: Baynard School, Wilmington BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT SOCIAL WORKER/COUNSELOR Ii Full-Time/New Castle & Sussex County Provide intervention for students and families that address the student’s behavior and family issues that impact school performance and social and emotional development. The service will include mental health counseling and risk assessments for students enrolled in middle school. Provide assessment, planning, counseling/therapy, referrals, advocacy, and collateral contacts. The services will include: screening for Mental Health/ Substance Abuse (MH/SA) and for trauma; crisis assessment; clinical interventions; psycho-educational groups; and training and consultation for parents, teachers, and administrators. Establish comprehensive plans for services to ensure student and family needs are met. Conduct school based group counseling/therapy using an evidenced-based model. Provide crisis assessment, clinical interventions, psycho-educational groups and training to school professionals, parents, guardians and family members. Adhere to an evidenced-based social work model, principles and practices. Document all screenings, assessments and consultations in appropriate database. Travel required to attend meetings and training. Full-time with benefits. Available vacancies within a schools in New Castle County and Sussex Counties. Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or related degree and licensed (LCSW, LPCMH, LMFT) within one year of hire date, required. Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or related degree with a clinical license (LCSW, LPCMH, LMFT), preferred. Requires experience in determining clinical necessity for mental health services, and provision of behavioral health services for children and families; knowledge and experience in coordinating/collaborating multiple systems of care, preferred. Must have valid driver’s license, which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier and reliable transportation. Full-time, with benefits. FAMILY ASSESSMENT INTERVENTION AND RESPONSE (FAIR) SOCIAL WORKER/COUNSELOR I Full-Time New Castle) The Family Assessment Intervention and Response Program involves community-based case work with families referred by child welfare to assess for safety and provide resources to children and their families. Investigate all allegations of child abuse, dependency, and neglect. Monitor and assess the safety and wellbeing of all the children in the home. Refer family to community-based services if warranted. Adhere to fidelity of program model, principles and practices. Maintain an assigned caseload. Maintain timely documentation in agency database system (ie. assessments, service plans, safety plans, case notes, discharge plans) and other required records in accordance with agency, state accreditation, and other requirements, policies, and procedures. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, required. Must have strong written and oral communication skills and a strong working knowledge of computers and applications. Travel primarily within the county/counties assigned, but some statewide travel is required as needed. Must have valid driver’s license, which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier and reliable transportation. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field, required. Experience in child welfare, preferred. Full Time (37.5 hours/week) with benefits. Two positions based in Wilmington, covering cases in New Castle County. and Kent County. Full-time, with benefits. FUNCATIONAL FAMILY THERAPY SOCIAL WORKER/COUNSELOR Ii Full-Time/Kent County) Seeking Master’s Level Social Worker/Counselor to provide intensive, evidence-based model of therapy for families with children ages five years to adolescents. Therapeutic services are provided primarily in the family’s home and community; minimal sessions are conducted in the office setting. Individual and some group therapy work. Comfort in conducting family therapy in the home/community is required. Experience in working with families and children preferred. Functional Family Therapy training utilizing an evidence-based treatment model will be provided; a commitment to learning and implementing the model is required. Comfort level with home visits and experience with home visiting, required. Strong interpersonal, verbal/written communication skills, required. Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings, required. Must have strong written and oral communication skills and a strong working knowledge of computers and applications. Requires flexibility in schedule, with the ability to work evenings and some weekends in order to work around family schedules. Must have a valid driver’s license, which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier and reliable transportation. Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or related discipline required. License eligibility (LCSW, LPCMH, and LMFT) is required. Bilingual (Spanish/English), desired. Current clinical license is desired. Full-time, with benefits. HEAD START (Full-time & Part-time positions available , Kent & Sussex County Assistant Cook APPPLY NOW assisting in the implementation of food services in a Head Start program serving children ages 3-5. Responsibilities include assisting in preparing attractive, USDA-approved meals; keeping the kitchen clean and sanitary according to Health Department ordinances; and maintaining adequate food stocks, kitchen supplies, and food service records. Transport Food from centers. Driver's license required. High school diploma or general education degree (GED). ServSafe Certification or obtain such certification within 3 months Assistant Teacher APPLY NOW The Assistant Teacher shares responsibility for a Head Start classroom of 3- to 5-year-old children. This position works collaboratively with the teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities. Uses knowledge of the principles of child growth and development to work with children and communicate with internal and external stakeholders. High School Diplomas or GED and enrolled in advanced education that will lead to a minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or a state awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential within two years of hire date. Bus Driver APPLY NOW The Bus Driver is responsible for the overall operation of the Head Start transportation program ensuring the safe and efficient transport of children and parents between program activities and home. This is a “safety-sensitive” position. High school diploma or GED. Current state of Delaware Commercial Driver’s License with a School Bus and/or Passenger endorsement. Must have valid driver’s license which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier. ons at all times. Bus Aide APPLY NOW The Bus Aide is responsible for assisting with the transportation of children and parents/families between program activities and home or bus stops including field trips and helping to keep the vehicle clean and safe operating conditions. High School Diplomas or GED and enrolled in advanced education that will lead to a minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential within two years of hire date. Bilingual (Spanish/ English desirable. Center Operations Coordinator APPLY NOW Ensure full implementation of all aspects of the Head Start program’s early learning system, policies/procedures, and tools with the goal of supporting all children to achieve School Readiness Goals. Ensures that facilities, materials, and equipment are safe, appropriate, and conducive to learning and reflective of the different ages and stage of development of each child, including children with disabilities. Ensure that classrooms, gym, and outdoor areas are supplied with developmentally appropriate materials. Implement program operations through policies and procedures, goals and objectives. Implement all monitoring systems required Head Start performance standards, state and DelaCare licensing regulations, CACFP and other agencies. Ensure adherence to Head Start performance standards, and to plan and direct work. Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field with 15 credits in Child development or Early Childhood Development field required. Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field, preferred. Previous experience managing a preschool program and staff, required. Experience managing preschool program and managing staff. Knowledge of health and safety licensing requirements.. Position located in Dover. Family Advocate APPLY NOW Engage and support families and children in the program. Empower parents to have an active partnership in their child's path to kindergarten readiness. An Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, Counseling or a related field preferred , OR AA or BA in another field with a commitment to complete Family Development Credential within 18 months of hire. Substitute Teachers/Assistant Teachers/Teacher's Aide APPLY NOW The Substitute Teacher will work collaboratively with the Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom of children. The Substitute Teacher also works with a team of other classroom Teachers, Assistant Teachers and family members to implement curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities. High School Diploma required. CDA or degree in early childhood education or related preferred. Previous experience working in a preschool/childcare facility, preferred Teacher Aide APPLY NOW work collaboratively with the Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom of children. The Teacher’s Aide also works with a team of other classroom Assistant Teachers and family members to implement the curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities. Follow program curriculum providing developmentally and linguistically appropriate experiences appropriate to age, language and culture of children served. High School Diplomas or GED and enrolled in advanced education that will lead to a minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential within two years of hire date. Bilingual (Spanish/ English desirable. Teacher APPLY NOW Responsible for a Head Start classroom of 3- to 5-year-old children. S/he works collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members, and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities. Uses knowledge of the principles of child growth and development to work with children and communicate with internal and external stakeholders. AA/AS in Early Childhood Education plus experience teaching preschool age children, required. BA/BS in Early Childhood Education or BA/BS with at least six college courses in Early Childhood Education plus experience teaching preschool aged children, preferred. Bilingual (Spanish/English) desirable. MIS DATABASE COORDINATOR (Full-Time, State-wide) Monitor day-to-day usage of database system. Troubleshoot database system. Develop training programs for staff on the usage of database system. Check databases for data quality and integrity. Provide technical assistance and support for database systems. Address database related queries from staff and customers. Develop technical solutions for any problems related to database system. Conduct regular data auditing to maintain integrity of the database. Maintain user access and permission levels for database segments. Assist in database design and development based on user needs. Evaluate database systems and recommend improvements. Develop strategies for database consolidations for greater efficacy. Perform administrative duties such as preparing reports, meeting minutes and other project files when requested. Preparing and presenting reports. Identifying and recommending new ways to streamline processes. . Monitoring data quality and removing corrupt data. Communicating with stakeholders to understand data content and business requirements. Provide training to all users. Bachelor’s degree in related field, with experience in management and/or information technology, required. Experience with Educational data management systems a plus. Strong analytical skills in order to quickly assess situations, identify trends, develop solutions and apply critical assessments to the larger context. Travel within the state required. Must have a valid driver’s license, which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier and reliable transportation. Full-Time, with benefits. IT TECH (Full-Time, New Castle) Responsible for assistance in maintaining the operation of desktops/laptops, mobile devices, e-mail, printers, copiers, Internet connections and telephones. Daily administration of an existing network environment. End user support, which includes: Tier 1 and Tier 2 help desk escalations through tickets or phone Follow up on outstanding requests and ensure timely resolution, Create accounts and configure hardware as part of on-boarding process, Configuration and support of mobile devices (iOS, Android), Support to PC hardware, Printers, scanners, computer peripherals, Provide replacement and maintenance of desktop and laptop computers, Support audio and video equipment in conference rooms, Manage and monitor internal assets to ensure accurate inventory records systems, Support Active Directory, Maintain agency standards regarding confidentiality and quality, Associates degree in related field, with at least one year of experience; or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training. Microsoft and/or A+ certifications preferred. Working knowledge of Windows 8, Windows 7, and MS Office applications. Experience in Windows computer/networking administration. Hands-on experience in computer hardware, software, and printer troubleshooting. Position based in Wilmington. SEAFORD HOUSE FOOD SERVICE SPECIALIST (Part-time/Sussex County The position is responsible for all meal preparation, shopping, and coordinating of menus and organizing and rotating food. Prepare all meals ensuring all meals are nutritionally balanced. Work with dietitian for menu planning. Maintain the inventory of all food and household supplies. Receive and maintain certification in safe food handling. Teach food preparation living skills to residents once weekly. Store leftovers in a safe and efficient manner. Organize the kitchen to ensure safety and efficiency. Clean up after meals. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); previous experience in food services preferred. Ability to respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the agency’s population. Must have valid driver’s license, which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier. Part-time, 30 hours/week with benefits, including medical insurance. LPN Part-time/Sussex County Make medical assessments of clients when any illness/injury occurs. Assist youth with self-administration of medications during assigned shift. Monitor residents for medication effectiveness/side effects. Coordinate and communicate on any necessary medical care including assurance for proper documentation and records. Contribute to multi-disciplinary treatment team. Provide staff/client/family education on medications and related health topics. Serve as trainer for CPR, First Aid, and Medication Assistance as needed. Ensure accurate, up-to-date records to include signatures on consents and compliance with medical/dental/eye care/immunization practices. Transport clients as necessary. Associates degree (A.A.) in nursing or public health. LPN required. One or more years’ experience in nursing desirable. Part-time, 15 hours/week. Work one day per weekday, and weekends. YOUTH ADVOCATE ASSISTANT Part-Time /Sussex County These positions are responsible for guiding the residents through the daily routine. Includes monitoring the shift period for behavior and/or sleep patterns; documentation and record keeping; preparing meals; and supervising clients in recreational therapy. Must have valid driver’s license which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier. High School or GED with experience working with adolescents required. Associate's Degree in Human Services or related field with one year of related work experience is desired. Seaford House operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Part-time, hourly positions available for day, evening, overnight and weekend shifts. YOUTH ADVOCATE -FLOATER Full-Time / Sussex County The position is responsible for guiding the residents through the daily routine. Includes monitoring the shift period for behavior and/or sleep patterns; documentation and record keeping; preparing meals; and supervising clients in recreational therapy. Must have valid driver’s license which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field with one year of related work experience is desired; however, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. This position requires flexibility.. Position works full time, covering various shifts (nights, weekends, and week day shifts) . Full-time with benefits. ABOUT US OUR APPROACH OUR LEADERSHIP OUR HISTORY OUR FINANCIALS OUR OFFICES GET INVOLVED DONATE ATTEND AN EVENT PLANNED GIVING VOLUNTEER EMPLOYMENT IMPORTANT LINKS CHILD CARE PROVIDER RESOURCES CLIENT RIGHTS TELEHEALTH CONSENT: ENGLISH TELEHEALTH CONSENT: SPANISH DELAWARE 2-1-1