Career Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in joining Center for Children and Families, Inc. Every day we dedicate our lives to create better and brighter futures for children and families in our community by carrying out our mission to heal children, empower youth and strengthen families. Together, we can work toward giving every child the opportunity to reach his or her full potential, because every child deserves to grow up safe, nurtured and loved.
Our Promise to Protect Children
CCFI provides a safe environment for children and youth to heal and grow. Our agency works to protect those we serve from abuse and maltreatment by carefully screening staff and volunteers, providing training on topics such as physical, emotional and sexual abuse awareness and prevention, and by continually monitoring adult-child relationships.
Our Promise for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
CCFI is an equal opportunity employer. At CCFI, we strive to be an equitable organization that recognizes and values diversity and intersectionality within our workforce. We hope to be a place where employees representing a diversity of lived experiences feel motivated and safe to do their best work in service of our community.
Family Positive Workplace
CCFI is proud to be recognized as a 2020 Family Positive Workplace by the Potts Family Foundation. The goal of the program, which supports the Foundation’s focus on families with children pre-birth through five, is to recognize companies that have implemented family positive policies that better support their employee base.
The Welcoming Project
CCFI is a member of The Welcoming Project, which ensures LGBTQ individuals/allies feel welcomed as patrons. We look forward to continuing our mission to be a safe place for ALL who enter our doors.
Communications Specialist
Part-Time, Hourly- up to 30 hours/week
This position is supervised by the Director of Community Engagement and works collaboratively with the Development Team, designated Administrative team and program staff. This position will be required to work up to 30 hours per week at $15/hour and must be available to work during normal business hours (weekdays, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).
Minimum Qualifications
At least one year of social media experience preferred
Nonprofit experience preferred
Must pass a criminal background check and participate in annual background checks as required by CCFI
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Social Media Management
Create, edit, publish and share engaging content daily across multiple social media platforms
Communicate with followers, respond to inquiries in a timely manner and monitor reviews/comments
Design social media graphics using Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva
Stay up to date with current technologies and trends in social media, design tools and applications
Maintain annual calendar with special dates, holidays, awareness months, etc.
Marketing & Communications
Assist with accuracy and maintenance of agency website
Assist with design and production of agency materials including, but not limited to, annual reports, brochures, flyers, special event materials and other promotional items
Serve as the primary writer for agency’s monthly newsletter
Promote CCFI through the proactive and strategic use of media including press releases, donor communications and other outreach materials
Community Outreach
Represent CCFI in the community by attending outreach, engagement and volunteer recruitment events as needed (occasional nights/weekends required)
Assist with fundraising events as needed
Coordinate and manage annual Holiday Wishes gifting program
To Apply
CCFI is an equal opportunity employer. Please send current resume, three professional references and a sample social media post and graphic to Amanda Pulis at apulis@ccfinorman.org or Center for Children and Families, Inc. (CCFI) ATTN: Amanda Pulis, 210 S. Cockrel, OK 73071.
OUR PROMISE TO PROTECT CHILDREN
CCFI provides a safe environment for children and youth to heal and grow. Our agency works to protect those we serve from abuse and maltreatment by carefully screening staff and volunteers, providing training on topics such as physical, emotional and sexual abuse awareness and prevention, and by continually monitoring adult-child relationships.
Boys & Girls Club of Norman Site Director
Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
This is a part time position that provides supervision of program services to Club participants of Boys & Girls Club of Norman. This position involves the management, coordination, planning, preparation and facilitation of high quality programming for Club members as assigned. Will work closely with the Program Director on all tasks. This position will also be responsible for management scheduling, oversight, and support of Youth Development Professionals (YDP). This position will be required to work up to 30 hours per week at $18/hour and must be available to work during the academic year, Monday through Friday during Club operating hours. This is a temporary employment position from April 2025 – July 2025 with opportunity to apply for our after school program the following year. Staff must be able to work during some Norman Public School holidays and breaks.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum requirements include a high school diploma. Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., education, social work, psychology, sociology, human relations, etc.) preferred.
Minimum requirements of 1 year of supervisory experience and 1 year of working with children.
Demonstrate managerial experience and abilities, as well as knowledge of purchasing supplies.
Must pass a criminal background check and participate in annual background checks as required by CCFI.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively with others orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain positive relationships with children and youth.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and volunteers.
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead large and small groups of children and youth in structured, intentional and fun activities
Ability to operate a personal computer using e-mail, word processing and other applications related to assigned duties.
Ability to provide supervision and consultation to staff and volunteers.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to organizational change.
Thorough knowledge of all job related policies and procedures.
Knowledge and experience with child development, generational poverty, and the impact of trauma on child development.
Ability to be trained in CPR and First Aid, de-escalation and conflict management, and other training required for Boys and Girls Club of Norman staff.
Possession of a valid driver’s license and insurance coverage as required by law
Responsibilities:
Provide leadership, supervision, guidance & support to YDP staff and volunteers.
Track, manage, and coordinate staffing on a daily basis to ensure child/staff ratios are met.
Ensure staff are following BGCN protocols and provide support and discipline when needed.
Responsible for weekly and daily schedules coordinated with an understanding of high quality after school programing.
Provide high-level behavior support and coaching for YDP staff with understanding of trauma-informed practices and developmentally appropriate behavior management strategies in collaboration with Director of Social Services.
Collaborate and support Academic, Healthy Lifestyle, and Arts Coordinators in their implementation of programming in their area of focus.
Collaborate with BGCN Leadership to streamline processes and provide consistent high quality programming for Club members.
Have the ability to serve as a group leader of Club members when needed.
Have working knowledge of Front Desk operations including checking Club members in and out, checking parent/guardian identification, etc.
Use behavior management skills, structure, and positive leadership to act as a caring adult role model for youth.
Effectively communicate and collaborate with school personnel, faculty, and staff (if managing a school based site).
Effectively communicate and engage with parents/guardians of Club members in services.
Provide support to Club members and members’ families using strengths based approach.
Attend all required program staffing and other meetings, workshops and trainings.
Participate in quality improvement activities to continuously improve programs, team functioning and Club operations.
Complete Behavior, Ouch, & Incident Reports, as needed.
Maintain accurate, complete, and current records on services provided and Club participants. Enter participant information into Trax database, create and analyze database reports and integrate learning into program decisions.
Participate in processing and clean up after services. Ensure program spaces are clean before leaving for the day.
Follow all CCFI policies, procedures and safety guidelines.
Perform other duties as required.
TO APPLY FOR THIS JOB
CCFI is an equal opportunity employer. Please send current resume, class schedule (if applicable) and three professional references to Whitney Dunn, wdunn@ccfinorman.org or Center for Children and Families, Inc. (CCFI) ATTN: Whitney Dunn, 210 S. Cockrel, OK 73071.
OUR PROMISE TO PROTECT CHILDREN
CCFI provides a safe environment for children and youth to heal and grow. Our agency works to protect those we serve from abuse and maltreatment by carefully screening staff and volunteers, providing training on topics such as physical, emotional and sexual abuse awareness and prevention, and by continually monitoring adult-child relationships.
Work Study
Federal Work-Study (FWS) is a need-based program that allows eligible students to earn money by working part-time while in school. Students are offered FWS based on their unmet need as determined by their annual FAFSA. To learn more about FWS qualifications, click HERE.
Youth Development Professional
This is part time position provides youth development services to Club participants at the Boys & Girls Club of Norman. Responsible for providing mentorship to youth ages 6-18. Depending on hours available and youth development experience, may be assigned to lead a designated group, float between multiple classrooms, or provide other support services.
Work Schedule: Position available from August 5, 2024 to May 2, 2025. Varies Monday-Friday 8 am - 5:30 pm. Flexible around the student's class schedule
Salary Range: Targeted salary $12.00/hr based on experience
Administrative & Program Support
This part time role will assist various departments throughout our agency and will provide support with data entry, outreach events, front desk coverage and more.
Work Schedule: Position available from August 5, 2024 to May 2, 2025. Varies Monday-Friday 8 am - 5:30 pm. Flexible around the student's class schedule
Salary Range: Targeted salary $12.00/hr based on experience
Student Learning Opportunities
We offer a variety of different student learning opportunities for undergraduates and graduate-level students seeking training to gain professional experience or fulfill a degree requirement. Please note we do NOT offer short term, 16-week professional placement opportunities. Fingerprints and background checks are required at the cost of the student.
We are accepting application for summer/fall 2025 through spring 2026. Best fit applications have some experience working with children/and or families and candidates seeking clinical experience are able to participate in at minimum 2 semesters of learning. All others may be assessed on an individual basis. Resume and references can be sent to Jessica Schonlau at JSchonlau@ccfinorman.org.