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Human Resources
Children & Families First
2005 Baynard Blvd.
Wilmington, Delaware 19802
Email: jobs@cffde.org
Fax: 302-652-3129

Current Job Openings

Adoloscent Resource Center (ARC)

Counselor (Kent County)
Program centered on teens/sexuality. Individual counseling in a clinic. BSW or related field with previous experience in counseling adolescents, preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 3-4 hours, on Thursday afternoon/evening per week. Excellent written/verbal communication skills. Position based in Dover; however, training will be conducted out of our Wilmington office and will require 1-2 nights per week for 1-2 months, depending on experience and background knowledge.
Eastside Community Schools

After School Program Substitutes
The Eastside Community School, located in the Eastside of Wilmington, is seeking Delaware Certified Teachers and paraprofessionals for grades K-2 and grades 3-5 to work as needed/substitutes with children for the after school program. Provide careful supervision of children to ensure their health and safety that meets the health and safety standards outlined in the Delaware State Licensing requirements. Adhere to appropriate standards for children’s behavior, using non-punitive methods, which teach self-discipline while supporting children’s self-esteem. Implement planned and spontaneous activities. Maintain an open and cooperative relationship with parents. Relay program information to parents in person, via letter or phone. Address concerns with parents as they may arise; seek assistance from Program Manager as needed. Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience required for paraprofessional; Master's degree or equivalent experience and a DE teaching license required for the Teaching level positions. Temporary/Casual Employment, no benefits. Starting hourly rate will be based on education and experience ranges from $12-$22/hour.
Eastside Community Schools

After School Teachers
The Eastside Community School Program, located in the Eastside of Wilmington, is seeking Delaware Certified Teachers for grades K-2 and grades 3-5 and paraprofessionals to work with children during our afterschool program in the fall. We anticipate starting the program in early September. Teachers and paraprofessionals will be required to work 2-4 hours per day, after school on varying days of the week.Duties and Requirements are as follows: Provide careful supervision of children to ensure their health and safety that meets the health and safety standards outlined in the Delaware State Licensing requirements. Adhere to appropriate standards for children’s behavior, using non-punitive methods, which teach self-discipline while supporting children’s self-esteem. Implement planned and spontaneous activities. Maintain an open and cooperative relationship with parents. Relay program information to parents in person, via letter or phone. Address concerns with parents as they may arise; seek assistance from Program Manager as needed. Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience required for paraprofessional; Master's degree or equivalent experience and a DE teaching license required for the Teaching level positions. Temporary/Casual Employment, no benefits. Starting hourly rate will be based on education and experience.
Nurse-Family Partnership

Nurse Home Visitor (New Castle County)
Provide home visiting services to first time mothers and their babies. Manage small caseloads providing intensive services and community outreach. Individuals must be compassionate nurses w/ experience in health education, maternal/child mental health and community nursing. Strong nursing skills and interpersonal, verbal/written communication skills, required. Also strong computer skills, with experience using Microsoft Office, required. Bachelor’s degree RN w/ DE license, required. Ability to speak Spanish, desirable. Valid driver’s license, required. Position covers cases throughout New Castle County (From Wilmington-Middletown) and requires some statewide travel for meetings. Must have some flexibility to allow for some evening or weekend hours. Full Time w/benefits. Salary will be dependent upon the education and experience of selected candidate.
Nurse-Family Partnership

Nurse Home Visitor (Sussex County)
Provide home visiting services to first time mothers and their babies. Manage small caseloads providing intensive services and community outreach. Individuals must be compassionate nurses w/ experience in health education, maternal/child mental health and community nursing. Strong nursing skills and interpersonal, verbal/written communication skills, required. Also strong computer skills, with experience using Microsoft office, required. Bachelor’s degree RN w/ DE license, required. Ability to speak Spanish, desirable. Valid driver’s license, required. Position covers cases throughout Sussex County and requires some statewide travel for meetings. Must have some flexibility to allow for some evening or weekend hours. Full Time w/benefits. Salary will be dependent upon the education and experience of selected candidate.
Seaford House

House Counselor I/Relief Counselor (multiple)
Seaford House, our adolescent residential treatment center is in need of House Counselors. The positions require a H.S. diploma or GED. Supervise and guide residents through daily routine/schedule utilizing the program’s Behavior Modification Program. Counsel residents in appropriate living, social interaction, self care/personal hygiene and related skills; crisis intervention counseling as needed, which may include using passive restraint techniques. Drug testing and criminal background checks are required. Previous counseling experience, preferably with adolescents. Previous experience in an RTC setting is a plus. The RTC is a 24/7 operation so availability to work weekends and nights is also a requirement. Based in Seaford, Delaware. Part-time/hourly.
Strengthening Families Program

Child Care Specialist
Provides child care during parent education groups. Plans, designs, leads age appropriate activities that will meet the needs and interests of children from infancy through 12 years of age. Provides careful supervision of children to ensure their health and safety. Must have ability to respond appropriately to cultural differences. Knowledge of child development and a minimum of 1 year of experience, required. High school or general education degree (GED), required. One to three evenings (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday), 3:30 pm to 8:30 pm, per week. Based in Wilmington, DE. Part-time, no benefits. Hourly rate starting at $10/hour based on education and experience.