The Children's Center Careers

We’re back in action! With summer behind us, our events are in full swing again. Join us for some exciting activities this week—most are open to the community! For any questions, feel free to email us at [email protected].

It's National Recovery Month, and we want to remind everyone it’s okay to ask for help. Quitting is never easy. If you or a loved one needs evidence-based substance abuse treatment, please reach out to The Children's Center at (313) 831-5535 or visit our website to learn more.

CEO Nicole Wells Stallworth and Trae Isaac talked with WDET about the transformative DCleated art installation for the NFL Draft.

Stay tuned! The auction of the cleat Trae designed will benefit The Children's Center.

'DCleated' art installation for NFL Draft to benefit local charities - WDET 101.9 FM Each of the 20 artists selected for the project were chosen through a competitive open call process, according to the city.

The Children's Center is dedicated to providing excellent evidence-based clinical mental health treatment and remain dedicated to the families we serve.

For more information about how we serve families & children, visit thechildrenscenter.com.

State Representative Tyrone Carter visited The Children's Center for a tour with CEO Nicole Wells Stallworth. Representative Carter is an advocate for children and families and champion for The Children's Center. We appreciate his time and continued dedication to uplifting our communities.

Join us for Treatment Resistance for Children & Families. Learn to recognize treatment resistance and develop strategies for improving your relationship with clients.
2 Hours of Credit Offered for: MI-CEC, CMHP, QMHP, MCBAP

Register now https://bit.ly/3ug0YjQ

The Children’s Center is pleased to announce that David Sanchez has been named Senior Director for External Affairs and Advocacy. He began this role today.

As Senior Director for External Affairs and Advocacy, Sanchez will set and lead the strategic direction for the agency’s external presence, internal and external communications, government relations, and advocacy, building support for The Children’s Center’s programs and priorities across a broad audience.

David’s has comprehensive experience in public affairs, community engagement, and government relations. He began his career at Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation where he was responsible for leading the organization’s community engagement and partnership initiatives. In his most recent role as Director of Government Relations for Planned Parenthood of Michigan and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, David was responsible for driving direct engagement of elected officials, development of the organization’s policy agenda, communications and messaging strategies for elected officials, and parts of its advocacy strategy. Additionally, Sanchez has held key leadership positions in the offices of State Senator Mary Cavanaugh, and United States Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence. As a former community organizer with Michigan United and SEIU Local 1 David brings deep knowledge of and experience in mobilizing communities to support causes that create positive social impact.

David is a proud and active member of the board of directors for Latin Americans for Social and Economic Development (LA SED) in his hometown of Southwest Detroit. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan-Dearborn and is a certified project management professional.
Beyond his professional career, David enjoys spending time with his immediate and extended family.

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day!

Our latest epsiode of Real Talk Children's Mental Health is out now! "Do you have room? Understanding how to begin the Foster Care process."

LISTEN NOW https://bit.ly/48LXKmW

Thank you to our friends at Bank of America for joining us on their annual Day of Giving on November 9! Eighteen team members sorted through donations for our boutique and helped inventory items to be a part of our Holiday Shop.

We are so appreciative of the partnership of Bank of America, helping to move our mission forward and making a positive impact in the lives of our children and families!

November is National Adoption Month.

Our Adoption Department team members celebrated Adoption Month with our partners in the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange Michigan Heart Gallery which depicts children in the foster care system.

Nicole Wells Stallworth participated in a thought provoking panel discussion for City Year Detroit alongside Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist and Dr. Darienne Driver Hudson during its Leadership Breakfast.

Supporting the and of children and youth post-pandemic is critical to building successful communities. Thank You! To City Year, LG Gilchrist and United Way for Southeastern Michigan for their leadership and for paving the path forward!!