Careers

Join us! If you believe that children are our community’s greatest asset – worthy of our investment, join our efforts to improve child well-being here in Tarrant County… we have a variety of ways you can make a difference!

We are proud to be named:

  • 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, & 2026 Best Place for Working Parents in recognition of our commitment to supporting working parents through our family-friendly policies and practices.
  • 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 Best Companies to Work for in Fort Worth by Fort Worth, Inc. recognizing our efforts to retain and recruit a highly engaged workforce where employees are eager to give their best effort every day.

Benefits Summary

  • Vacation, personal holidays (2), and sick time
  • Seven regularly scheduled agency holidays
  • 403-B administered by TIAA
  • Flexible Spending Accounts, medical and dependent care
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Telecommuting options, if applicable
  • Workplace perks such as recreation activities, food and coffee, and variable work schedules

Enrollment in Lena Pope’s benefit plan is available which includes:

  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance, no cost to employee
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Long term disability insurance, no cost to employee

To submit an application for an open position listed below: 

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  • Complete the application.

Lena Pope is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or in the provision of services.



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Family Specialist
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Overview

Salary Range – $45,000.00 – $47,000.00 Salary/year

Position Type – Full Time

Education Level – 4 Year Degree

Description

Responsible for the implementation of a home or office-based program that will encourage clients/families to maintain cohesiveness and to preserve the family as a unit by providing crisis intervention, case management, skills training, and linkage to resources.

Qualifications

  • Educational/Certification:
    • Bachelor’s degree with an accredited major in health and human services or liberal arts. Appropriate licensure preferred.
    • Broad knowledge of community resources.
    • Experience working with at risk youth and families.  Experience providing in-home services and group facilitation preferred.
    • Driver’s license required.
  • Skills/Abilities:
    • Strong oral and written communication skills.
    • Able to organize, coordinate, and direct case management activities.
    • Possess good judgement and decision-making skills.
    • Able to use technical equipment such as a cell phone and personal computer for on-going communication
    • Willingness to perform within a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
    • Ability to collaborate with family members and other professionals.
    • Able to relate well with others in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Other Requirements: Driver’s license required. Must maintain auto insurance that meets the minimum limits required by the State of Texas. Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter.  Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by Lena Pope Policies and Procedures.
Community Based Family Therapist
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Overview

Salary Range- $52,000.00 – $72,000.00 Salary/year
Position Type – Full Time
Education Level – Graduate Degree

Description

  • Skills/Abilities:
    • Spanish speaking preferred.
    • Strong oral and written communication skills.
    • Excellent counseling and clinical ability.
    • Able to organize, coordinate, and direct service activities.
    • Possess good judgement and decision-making skills.
    • Able to use technical equipment such as a cell phone, personal computer, and chrome book for on-going communication and documentation.
    • Willingness to perform within a flexible schedule, including evenings.
    • Ability to collaborate with family members and other professionals.
    • Able to relate well with others in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

  • Educational/Certification:
    • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling, psychology, or other field related to health and human services. Appropriate licensure preferred.
    • Clinical knowledge of DSM-V and disorders that impact children and youth.
    • Broad knowledge of community resources.
    • Experience working with at risk youth and families.  Experience providing in-home services and group facilitation preferred.
    • Driver’s license required.
  • Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter.  Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by Lena Pope Policies and Procedures.
Early Learning Center Teacher
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Overview

Salary Range: $33,000.00 – $43,000.00 Salary/year
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Description

  • Direct supervision of children:
    • Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.
  • Student Engagement:
    • Creatively and consistently assesses and engages children in learning.
  • Education:
    • Assists in implementing planned learning activities that facilitate appropriate learning and development of children.
  • Parent Engagement:
    • Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns.
  • Professionalism:
    • Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope expectations.
  • Classroom Management/Environment:
    • Can effectively manage classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors and reinforcing positive behaviors

Qualifications

  • Educational/Certification:
    • Child Development Associate (CDA) and/or associate degree in a child-related field required.
    • Associate’s degree required.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • A minimum of 6 months relevant experience serving the infant and early childhood population.
  • Spanish speaking preferred.
  • Ability to interact with clients and staff with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population.
  • Skills/Abilities:
    • Strong oral and written communication abilities.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
    • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Other Requirements: Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter.  Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by the Licensing Branch of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
Early Learning Aide (full time)
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Overview

Salary Range – $28,000.00 – $35,000.00 Salary/year

Description

This position offers a $1,200 sign‑on bonus, with $600 awarded upon completion of 6 months of employment and an additional $600 after 12 months.

POSITION TITLE: Full-Time Early Learning Aide

SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Center Director

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Direct supervision of children:

Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.

Student Engagement:

Creatively and consistently assesses and engages children in learning.

Education:

Assists in implementing planned learning activities that facilitate appropriate learning and development of children.

Parent Engagement:

Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns.

Professionalism:

Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope expectations.

Classroom Management/Environment:

Is able to effectively manage classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors and reinforcing positive behaviors.

 

Qualifications

  • Educational/Certification: Child Development Associate (CDA) and/or Associates Degree in a child related field preferred.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • A minimum of 6 months relevant experience serving early childhood population. Spanish speaking preferred.
  • Ability to interact with clients and staff with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population.

Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong oral and written communication abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent organizational skills.

Other Requirements: Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter. Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by the Licensing Branch of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

 

 Locations: 3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107

3620 Modlin Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76107

Early Learning Aide (part time)
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Overview

Salary Range – $13.00 – $15.00 Hourly
Position Type – Part Time
Education Level Required – None

Description

POSITION TITLE: Part-time Early Learning Aide

SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Center Director, Sanguinet Campus or UNT Campus

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Direct supervision of children:

  • Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.
  • Student Engagement:
  • Creatively and consistently assesses and engages children in learning.

Education:

  • Assists in implementing planned learning activities that facilitate appropriate learning and development of children.
  • Parent Engagement:
  • Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns.

Professionalism:

  • Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope expectations.
  • Classroom Management/Environment:
  • Is able to effectively manage classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors and reinforcing positive behaviors

Qualifications

Educational/Certification:

  • High School Diploma.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • A minimum of 6 months relevant experience serving early childhood population preferred.
  • Ability to interact with clients and staff with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population.

Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong oral communication.
  • Strong classroom management

Other Requirements: Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter. Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by the Licensing Branch of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

 

 Locations: 3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107

3620 Modlin Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76107

Family Specialist
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Overview

Salary Range – $45,000.00 – $47,000.00 Salary/year

Position Type – Full Time

Education Level – 4 Year Degree

Description

Responsible for the implementation of a home or office-based program that will encourage clients/families to maintain cohesiveness and to preserve the family as a unit by providing crisis intervention, case management, skills training, and linkage to resources.

Qualifications

  • Educational/Certification:
    • Bachelor’s degree with an accredited major in health and human services or liberal arts. Appropriate licensure preferred.
    • Broad knowledge of community resources.
    • Experience working with at risk youth and families.  Experience providing in-home services and group facilitation preferred.
    • Driver’s license required.
  • Skills/Abilities:
    • Strong oral and written communication skills.
    • Able to organize, coordinate, and direct case management activities.
    • Possess good judgement and decision-making skills.
    • Able to use technical equipment such as a cell phone and personal computer for on-going communication
    • Willingness to perform within a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
    • Ability to collaborate with family members and other professionals.
    • Able to relate well with others in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Other Requirements: Driver’s license required. Must maintain auto insurance that meets the minimum limits required by the State of Texas. Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter.  Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by Lena Pope Policies and Procedures.
Community Based Family Therapist
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Overview

Salary Range- $52,000.00 – $72,000.00 Salary/year
Position Type – Full Time
Education Level – Graduate Degree

Description

  • Skills/Abilities:
    • Spanish speaking preferred.
    • Strong oral and written communication skills.
    • Excellent counseling and clinical ability.
    • Able to organize, coordinate, and direct service activities.
    • Possess good judgement and decision-making skills.
    • Able to use technical equipment such as a cell phone, personal computer, and chrome book for on-going communication and documentation.
    • Willingness to perform within a flexible schedule, including evenings.
    • Ability to collaborate with family members and other professionals.
    • Able to relate well with others in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

  • Educational/Certification:
    • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling, psychology, or other field related to health and human services. Appropriate licensure preferred.
    • Clinical knowledge of DSM-V and disorders that impact children and youth.
    • Broad knowledge of community resources.
    • Experience working with at risk youth and families.  Experience providing in-home services and group facilitation preferred.
    • Driver’s license required.
  • Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter.  Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by Lena Pope Policies and Procedures.

No open opportunities at this time. Please send any general inquiries to applications@lenapope.org

Early Learning Center Teacher
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Overview

Salary Range: $33,000.00 – $43,000.00 Salary/year
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Description

  • Direct supervision of children:
    • Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.
  • Student Engagement:
    • Creatively and consistently assesses and engages children in learning.
  • Education:
    • Assists in implementing planned learning activities that facilitate appropriate learning and development of children.
  • Parent Engagement:
    • Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns.
  • Professionalism:
    • Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope expectations.
  • Classroom Management/Environment:
    • Can effectively manage classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors and reinforcing positive behaviors

Qualifications

  • Educational/Certification:
    • Child Development Associate (CDA) and/or associate degree in a child-related field required.
    • Associate’s degree required.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • A minimum of 6 months relevant experience serving the infant and early childhood population.
  • Spanish speaking preferred.
  • Ability to interact with clients and staff with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population.
  • Skills/Abilities:
    • Strong oral and written communication abilities.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
    • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Other Requirements: Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter.  Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by the Licensing Branch of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
Early Learning Aide (full time)
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Overview

Salary Range – $28,000.00 – $35,000.00 Salary/year

Description

This position offers a $1,200 sign‑on bonus, with $600 awarded upon completion of 6 months of employment and an additional $600 after 12 months.

POSITION TITLE: Full-Time Early Learning Aide

SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Center Director

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Direct supervision of children:

Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.

Student Engagement:

Creatively and consistently assesses and engages children in learning.

Education:

Assists in implementing planned learning activities that facilitate appropriate learning and development of children.

Parent Engagement:

Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns.

Professionalism:

Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope expectations.

Classroom Management/Environment:

Is able to effectively manage classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors and reinforcing positive behaviors.

 

Qualifications

  • Educational/Certification: Child Development Associate (CDA) and/or Associates Degree in a child related field preferred.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • A minimum of 6 months relevant experience serving early childhood population. Spanish speaking preferred.
  • Ability to interact with clients and staff with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population.

Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong oral and written communication abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent organizational skills.

Other Requirements: Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter. Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by the Licensing Branch of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

 

 Locations: 3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107

3620 Modlin Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76107

Early Learning Aide (part time)
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Overview

Salary Range – $13.00 – $15.00 Hourly
Position Type – Part Time
Education Level Required – None

Description

POSITION TITLE: Part-time Early Learning Aide

SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Center Director, Sanguinet Campus or UNT Campus

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Direct supervision of children:

  • Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.
  • Student Engagement:
  • Creatively and consistently assesses and engages children in learning.

Education:

  • Assists in implementing planned learning activities that facilitate appropriate learning and development of children.
  • Parent Engagement:
  • Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns.

Professionalism:

  • Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope expectations.
  • Classroom Management/Environment:
  • Is able to effectively manage classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors and reinforcing positive behaviors

Qualifications

Educational/Certification:

  • High School Diploma.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • A minimum of 6 months relevant experience serving early childhood population preferred.
  • Ability to interact with clients and staff with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population.

Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong oral communication.
  • Strong classroom management

Other Requirements: Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter. Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by the Licensing Branch of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

 

 Locations: 3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107

3620 Modlin Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76107