CHILD, Inc. is a nonprofit social services agency, offering a wide array of human services. We have been serving the Delaware community since 1963. If you are interested in making a difference in people’s lives and want to work with a team of dedicated professionals, we want to hear from you!
Open Positions
This is a part-time position.
This position provides supervision and support to families who have experienced domestic violence and who need assistance in re-establishing or maintaining a safe, healthy, non-violent relationship between their children and the non-custodial parent.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinates, observes and documents visitations and exchanges; enforces court orders and conditions.
- Executes any necessary protective duties to ensure a safe visitation for the visiting children; provides crisis intervention if needed.
- Schedules interviews and appointments for visitation and exchange; and supervises on-site visitation.
- Develops strategies to serve clients who have a variety of problems, which may include: substance abuse, mental health problems, history of criminal activities, etc.
- Bachelor’s degree in human services such as social work, psychology, sociology, child development, family studies, counseling, criminal justice, or related
degree preferred. Experience may be substituted for college coursework. - Strong commitment to the goal of reducing family violence.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays to accommodate client needs and the program.
- Positive energy for meeting new people and building relationships with trust and the program.
- Ability and willingness to nurture growth and assist all kinds of persons.
- Ability to maintain objectivity.
- Flexibility in meeting new and challenging situations.
- Bi-lingual (Spanish-English) skills very helpful.
Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and energetic Coordinator for our Family Resource Center, with a preference for bilingual candidates. This vital role involves leading community outreach efforts, developing impactful programs, managing staff and volunteers, and fostering strong partnerships within culturally diverse communities. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic team leader with excellent communication skills, ready to make a meaningful difference by connecting families to vital resources and support services.
Duties
- Lead community outreach initiatives to engage underserved populations and promote available services
- Develop, implement, and evaluate family-centered programs that meet community needs
- Manage volunteer recruitment, training, supervision, and recognition to build a motivated team
- Collaborate with community partners, schools, healthcare providers, and local organizations to strengthen service networks
- Conduct public speaking engagements and informational sessions to raise awareness about resources and programs
- Oversee data collection and reporting to monitor program effectiveness and inform continuous improvement
- Manage social media platforms and marketing efforts to increase program visibility and community engagement
Qualifications
- Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in behavioral or social sciences (social work, sociology, psychology, counseling or community organizing) or equivalent experience.
- At least 3 years experience managing and delivering community-based programs for children, youth and their families.
- Favorable background checks (Criminal History, Child Abuse Registry, Sex Offender Registry and Adult Abuse Registry)
- Supervising experience with team leadership responsibilities
- Strong public speaking skills with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences
- Knowledge of social media management, marketing strategies, and data collection tools
- Experience working with culturally diverse communities and underserved populations
- Background in social work, public health, youth programs, domestic violence or addiction counseling highly desirable
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with community partners and grassroots organizations
- Strong writing skills for reports, grant proposals, and promotional materials
- Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and the level of liability insurance required by CHILD Inc. policy and a vehicle in good working condition.
- Technical proficiency in MS Office Suite and social media platforms
Join us in making a lasting impact! This paid position offers an opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives that empower families and strengthen our community. If you are passionate about community engagement, possess strong leadership qualities, and thrive in dynamic environments, we invite you to apply.
Internships
If you are interested in applying for an internship, please submit your resume along with a cover telling us when you need to do an internship, what your available hours are, and what you are hoping to accomplish.
Volunteer
We could not do what we do without the help and support of our local community.
To Apply
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
- Email: [email protected]
- Fax: (302) 762-8983
- Mail: Terry Mischler, CHILD, Inc., 507 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809
CHILD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.