Children's Friend

We're Hiring: Family Preservation Worker Location: Providence, RI Full-time | Department: Family Preservation Reports to: Family Preservation Supervisor Are you passionate about helping families thrive and stay together? Children’s Friend is looking for a Family Preservation Worker to join our dedicated team working with at-risk families to promote safety, stability, and well-being. What You’ll Do: Conduct in-depth assessments of referred families Develop and implement collaborative family service plans Provide home-based services including parent training and family counseling Link families to mental health, school, and community-based supports Maintain detailed client records and documentation Coordinate case conferences and follow through to service termination Implement the plan through the provision of home-based services, including individual and family counseling, parent training, and linkage with schools and community agencies in...

We're Hiring: Early Interventionists!! Location: Central Falls, RI (Hybrid) Reports To: Early Intervention Supervisor Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $46,206.00-$60,000/yr Make a difference where it matters most At Children’s Friend, we believe the earliest years of life shape everything that comes after. We’re looking for compassionate, motivated Early Interventionists (Level I & II) to partner with families and support the growth and development of infants and toddlers (birth to age three) with developmental delays or diagnosed conditions. This is meaningful, hands-on work that blends clinical skill, relationship-building, and creativity—delivered in the real places children live, learn, and play. What You’ll Do As an Early Interventionist, you’ll work closely with families to support their child’s development through everyday routines and activities. Your work will be family-centered, collaborative, and strengths-based. Key...

We're Hiring: Lead Teachers! Location: We have locations in Providence, RI, Pawtucket, RI and Central Falls, RI Reports To: Child Development Supervisor Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $46,206.00-$60,000/yr Are you passionate about shaping young minds and building a foundation for lifelong learning? Do you thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment? At Children’s Friend , we are seeking a flexible and enthusiastic float teacher to provide classroom coverage and instructional support across multiple classrooms and sites. What You'll Do: Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum based on best practices Ensure compliance with DCYF and Head Start Education Performance Standards Maintain records on children’s emotional, physical, social, and intellectual development Collaborate closely with staff and consultants to support the unique needs of each child Conduct family conferences and home visits to...

We're Hiring: Child Welfare Family Support Specialist Location: Providence, RI Reports To: Healthy Family America Supervisor Employment Type: Full-Time - Monday through Friday- 8 hour shifts Salary : $22.00/hr Make a Difference Every Day At Children’s Friend , we believe every child deserves a strong start in life — and families deserve the tools and support to make that happen. As a Child Welfare Family Support Specialist , you’ll work directly with families to build trust, strengthen relationships, and empower parents with the skills and confidence to create nurturing, healthy homes. What You’ll Do In this meaningful role, you’ll: Provide compassionate, home-based family support services , including parenting education, child development guidance, and community linkage. Partner with DCYF , healthcare providers, and community organizations to ensure families receive coordinated care. Conduct home visits (12–14 families caseload)...

Join Our Team as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant– Make a Difference in Early Childhood Development! Location: Providence, RI Reports To: Clinical Supervisor - EI Employment Type: Full Time- Monday - Friday , 8 hour shifts Are you passionate about helping young children reach their developmental potential? Do you enjoy working directly with families and seeing the real-world impact of your work every day? We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Early Intervention team , supporting infants and toddlers (birth to age three) with developmental delays or medical conditions that may impact development. In this role, you will partner with families, helping them build skills and confidence to support their child’s growth in everyday routines and environments. This is a meaningful opportunity to work in a collaborative, family-centered environment where your expertise helps shape the earliest stages of a child’s...

We're Hiring: Lead Teachers! Location: We have locations in Providence, RI, Pawtucket, RI and Central Falls, RI Reports To: Child Development Supervisor Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $46,206.00-$60,000/yr Are you passionate about shaping young minds and building a foundation for lifelong learning? Do you thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment? At Children’s Friend , we are seeking a flexible and enthusiastic float teacher to provide classroom coverage and instructional support across multiple classrooms and sites. What You'll Do: Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum based on best practices Ensure compliance with DCYF and Head Start Education Performance Standards Maintain records on children’s emotional, physical, social, and intellectual development Collaborate closely with staff and consultants to support the unique needs of each child Conduct family conferences and home visits to...