St. Francis Home for Children employs a diverse group of staff of approximately 100 full time, part-time and per-diem people combined. Ranging from a variety of experiences and educational backgrounds, our employees have the opportunity to work in positions including directly caring for our children and families served, coordinating clinical services, overseeing programs, managing facilities and administrative responsibilities.
St. Francis Home for Children entire staff are fully committed to its goal of caring for the most vulnerable members of society by providing gender specific, educational, recreational, and therapeutic services that address the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of children and their families within a safe, nurturing environment in which to grow and flourish.
St. Francis Home for Children offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive employee benefits package, including health care, dental coverage, life insurance, pension plan as well as paid vacation, holiday(s), sick and personal time off. St. Francis Home for Children is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any basis as may be prohibited by law.
Listing of Position(s) Currently Available:
FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER
Senior Coordinator
MS/MA in Social Services related field and two years experience in case management
working with at-risk youth and their families. Knowledge of program administration/supervisory
experience desired. [BA/BS candidates with considerable experience (5+ yrs)
may be considered.] Knowledge of family dynamics and ability to assess issues
and respond appropriately with limited guidance. Strong organizational skills
and ability to multi-task. Substantial interpersonal, oral and written communication
skills. Able to assist in developing program policies and procedures; knowledge
of Spanish in oral and written communication is desired. Participates and
is responsible for all aspects of Case Coordination including: intake, assessments,
and development of Family Success Plan, referrals, and discharges. Ability
to assume leadership role in the absence of the Program Manager.
Position – salary commensurate with experience. Only qualified resumes
and applicants will be considered. Cover letter should include salary requirements.
RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS: Girls CARE, Boys CARE, FWSN Center
Youth Advocates
Direct care positions available in gender-specific programs. FT/PT positions
available, all shifts, including weekend hours. BA/BS in Human Services related
field and experience desired. Must be able to commit to schedule for extensive
required training. This is a bargaining unit position; starting rate is $12.94
per hour. Only qualified resumes/applicants will be considered. Include desired
shift with cover letter and resume.
Relief Youth Advocates
See requirements above. Experienced non-degreed applicants will be considered.
Relief position is on-call to fill shifts in the event of call-outs, vacations
in our three residential programs. Must be available to complete 80 hours
of orientation/training within first 30 days.
All applicants must have valid CT Drivers License with good driving record
and must submit to a pre-employment physical including a drug and tuberculin
tine test, DCF Protective Services History search, and a State of CT Department
of Public Safety Criminal convictions background search.
Please submit all resumes via US Mail or EMAIL. Sorry, no walk-ins accepted.
Respond to:
St. Francis Home for Children, Inc,
651 Prospect Street
New Haven, CT 06511
Or EMAIL: MGoldson@stfrancishome.com
All applicants must have valid CT Drivers' License with good driving record and must submit to a pre-employment physical including a drug and tuberculin tine test, DCF Protective Services History search, and a State of CT Department of Public Safety Criminal Convictions background search.
To apply for a position at St. Francis Home, please specify the position you wish to be considered for and submit a current copy of your resume to: Human Resources Director, St. Francis Home for Children, 651 Prospect Street, New Haven, CT 06511, or fax to 203-777-4039. You may also fill out an application during Agency business hours which are Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Once you have submitted your materials no further action on your part is required. We will contact you if we wish to schedule an interview. Please do not call the Agency for a status report on your application, individual requests for information will not be accepted.