Employment

“Working at the Crisis Nursery is more than a job—it’s a mission. Every day, I get to be a source of comfort and hope for children and families during their most challenging moments. Knowing I make a difference in their lives gives my work deep meaning and purpose.”
— Nursery Respite Team Member
“Supporting the Crisis Nursery from behind the scenes allows me to see the bigger picture of our impact. Every spreadsheet, phone call, and meeting contributes to creating a safe and nurturing environment for children in need. It’s rewarding to know that my work helps keep this vital mission moving forward.”
— Nursery Administrative Team Member

Below is a list of positions for which we are always collecting applications. If you find one that meets your employment needs, click on the button to apply.

Respite Team

All staff must be at least 21 and must have at least a HS education /GED. Supervisors prefer applicants that have at least a year of paid experience caring for children agest birth to 12. We will pay a higer starting rate for years of relevant paid child care experience and for higher education such as an associates or bachelor’s degree. Crisis Care experience is preferred but not required. See specific jobs for more details.

While the following describe the roles we have in the Nursery, we are unable to post specific openings and schedules. Interested persons may submit an application and be considered for the positions for which they are qualified at the time of the application.

  • HS education or GED required.

    Status: Part Time, Full Time as available. This is a wakeful overnight shift: 11 p.m. - 7 a.m.

    The Overnight Child Specialist is an essential worker, primarily responsible for the safety and well-being of children staying overnight in the nursery. With safety as a #1 priority, the OCS will remain awake at all times on shift and will check on sleeping children every 15 minutes, as well as keep constant eyes on children who are awake. To promote the healthiest environment for our children, the OCS will keep the nursery clean and sanitized.

    A HS education or GED is required, but an Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a related or unrelated field is cause for wage enhancement.

  • HS education or GED required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field is a plus.

    Status: Part Time, Full Time as available. Positions include these shifts: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. and/or 3 p.m. - 11 p.m.

    The Child Specialist (CS) is primarily responsible for the physical, social, and emotional care of the children admitted to the Crisis Nursery on shifts during the hours of 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. The CS will develop and lead children’s playgroups activities, facilitate and maintain a structured daily routine, as well as provide crisis intervention and resources to families using the Nursery’s services. The CS also helps ensure a clean and tidy environment. A HS education or GED is required, but an Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a related or unrelated field is cause for wage enhancement.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or a closely related field. Master’s degree is a plus.

    Status: Part Time, Full Time as available. Positions include these shifts: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. and/or 3 p.m. - 11 p.m.

    The Child and Family Specialist (CFS) requires a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, and shares responsibility for the appropriate care of children admitted to the Crisis Nursery, including risk assessment, goal setting, crisis intervention, and prioritizing family needs. The Child and Family Specialist is also responsible for the general oversight of the shift, as well as managing the Nursery helpline during that shift. CFS work as part of the team of staff that care for the children’s needs on shift. Full-time CFS participate in an on-call rotation.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or a closely related field. Master’s degree is a plus.

    Status: Part Time, Full Time as available. Position hours are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. or 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    The Family Care Case Manager (FCCM) requires at least a bachelor’s degree in social work or closely related field. The professional in this position is the primary point of contact in response to daily crisis care calls and is largely responsible for the appropriate intake and discharge of children admitted to the Crisis Nursery, including risk assessment, goal setting, crisis intervention, and prioritizing family needs. also works as part of the team of staff that care for the children’s needs on shift, and Full-time FCCM participate in an on-call rotation. This role is an important part of our career ladder, and we look to promote from within our existing staff whenever possible.

Family Empowerment Professionals Team

Our preference is for Masters level professionals with license and home visiting experience. 

We may consider candidates with less than a Master’s degree if they have an exceptional work history, with crisis care experience, working with families

  • Masters in Social Work with license preferred

    Status: Full Time as available. M- F days, occasional evening or weekend for special events.

    FThe Family Empowerment Social Worker (FESW) is primarily responsible for supporting families and parents while maintaining and managing a caseload through home visits, phone support, basic needs/item drop offs, off-site visits, and parent education. The FESW will provide differentiated in-home support, based on client needs, while acting as a positive role model. 70 client contact hours per month is required between crisis intervention and family stabilization clients. The FESW Will bring their therapeutic skills to this role to support the clients they serve. The FESW is also responsible for maintaining clear and accurate records, executing goals as stated for funded programs. The FESW  works closely with Nursery staff in the support of a family’s needs.

  • Master’s degree in Counseling is required

    Status: Full Time as available. M- F days, occasional evening or weekend for special events.

    FThe Family Empowerment Counselor (FEC) is primarily responsible for supporting families and parents while maintaining and managing a caseload through home visits, phone support, basic needs/item drop offs, off-site visits, and parent education. The FEC will provide differentiated in-home support, based on client needs, while acting as a positive role model. 70 client contact hours per month is required between crisis intervention and family stabilization clients. The FEC Will bring their therapeutic skills to this role to support the clients they serve. The FEC is also responsible for maintaining clear and accurate records, executing goals as stated for funded programs. The FEC  works closely with Nursery staff in the support of a family’s needs.

  • Master’s degree in a Human Services field, closely related to Social Work or Counseling is preferred.

    Status: Full Time as available. M- F days, occasional evening or weekend for special events.

    The Family Empowerment Specialist (FES) is primarily responsible for supporting families and parents while maintaining and managing a caseload through home visits, phone support, basic needs/item drop offs, off-site visits, and parent education. The FES will provide differentiated in-home support, based on client needs, while acting as a positive role model. 70 client contact hours per month is required between crisis intervention and family stabilization clients. The FES Will bring their therapeutic skills to this role to support the clients they serve. The FES is also responsible for maintaining clear and accurate records, executing goals as stated for funded programs. The FES works closely with Nursery staff in the support of a family’s needs.

Child Therapy Team

  • Masters Degree in Counseling or Social Work, with professional licensure LCSW or LPC, (ATR) with board certification preferred (ATR-BC)

    Are you a Registered Play Therapist with a clinical interest in working with children who have experienced trauma?

    Competitive benefits package included.

  • Masters Degree in Counseling or Social Work, with professional licensure LCSW or LPC, RPT (Registered Play Therapist preferred)

Apply Now

Apply online via Jotform or email us with a completed application and resume at employment@crisisnurserykids.org.

Or fax to 314-292-5776