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Volunteer Opportunities
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Volunteer Opportunities

There are many different ways that you can help. Please call us at (203) 624-2600 x300 or email us at for more information.

Volunteer

  • Data extry
  • Provide child care at the CCCC office while parents meet in an educational support group
  • Desktop publishing
  • Data entry
  • Support activities for Victim Advocacy program
  • Coordinate a special project
  • Write for our newsletter
  • Help with a special event-make calls, seek donations, theme planning and execution
  • Join the Board of Directors
Coordinating Council for Children in Crisis

The Nurturing Families Network has a special need for volunteers:

  • Serve on an Advisory Council to offer program input and development
  • Actively publicize the program
  • Raise money through special events and fundraisers to purchase needed infant and toddler supplies
  • Assist in the children's group to provide interactive and learning experiences for infants and toddlers-Needed NOW! One night/week beginning in March 2009

“Adopt” a Child or Family

Donate new toys, clothing and household items for a specific child or family. Call us and we'll give you a description of the child or family and their needs. Items must be new and are especially appreciated around the holiday season.

Adopt our Agency

There are always things we need:

Donate
  • A children's magazine subscription
  • Art or music lessons
  • Grocery store gift certificates
  • Bus tokens
  • Hair cuts
  • Summer camp supplies-sleeping bags, stamps, flashlights, etc.
  • Disposable camera with developing
  • Your company's service
  • Your own special talent
  • Cash donations to support CCCC programs
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Seeking Young Professionals to join Events Committee - Making A Difference...One Party at a Time!

 

Purpose: To develop and encourage philanthropy and social activism. The Events Committee will help CCCC fulfill its mission and sustain program services to families through the development of fundraising events. Target audience: Young professionals (ages 20’s-late 30’s) with the means and social network who will commit to organizing and attending fundraising events to benefit CCCC. Benefits to committee members:
  • The opportunity to “give back” and make a difference in the lives of disadvantaged abused and neglected children and parents.
  • Attend fun social gatherings with old and new friends.
  • Network with professionals from an array of career fields.
  • Gain project management skills.
  • Enhance your resume.
  • Look attractive to potential employers.
  • Special recognition in CCCC publications, press releases and on our website.
Key responsibilities and expectations:
  • Attend event planning meetings.
  • Help organize an event (s) to raise funding for CCCC, such as a cocktail party at a house, themed holiday celebration at a bar/restaurant or other creative event. Events will be organized and executed by committee members with support from CCCC executive director and development officer. Examples of member responsibilities will include: generating ideas for an event; securing event location and other logistics; making phone calls, writing letters and emails; and mailing invitations.
  • Actively support the event- purchase tickets ($50 or higher) and approach family members, friends and colleagues to attend the event.

If you are interested in joining CCCC’s Event Committee, please contact Kristy Jelenik, development officer at 203.624.2600 ext. 332 or

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Employment Opportunities

Coordinating Council For Children In Crisis, Inc. provides direct, home-based services to families in Greater New Haven to prevent child abuse, neglect and victimization across the life span and to serve those affected through home visiting, parenting education, counseling and advocacy. A Connecticut drivers license and car in good working order is required for all positions.

Send your resume to

Family Enrichment Services Director: The Family Enrichment Services Director is responsible for the planning, development and implementation of home-based parenting education services for families at-risk of child abuse and neglect. The Director will:

  • Oversee daily program operations of home-based parenting program
  • Design interactive parent-child activities to be demonstrated by staff
  • Provide clinical supervision and training to all program staff
  • Make creative contributions to program development
  • Implement parenting education curriculum
  • Work collaboratively with the Department of Children and Families and community providers

Candidates must have A Master’s Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education or related field. A minimum of five years direct service experience and two years supervisory experience is preferred. An ability to support, teach and advise supervisees is essential.

Family Enrichment Services Worker: Parent Educator to visit the homes of vulnerable families to teach parenting skills and prevent child abuse and neglect. Bachelor's Degree preferred with experience in early childhood education. Fluency in Spanish a plus. Must own car in good working order. Will require Saturday hours. We are also looking for a Home Visitor to work with the families of infants and toddlers in the Nurturing Families Network Program.

Clinician: To work as part of a team with Case Managers providing clinical consultation to the team and home-based assessment, parenting education and counseling to families struggling with homelessness, mental illness, HIV/AIDS and other challenges. MSW or related graduate degree and at least two years of experience required.

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