Think of Us

Every great mission depends on strong, caring systems behind the scenes. We’re hiring a Senior Associate, People Operations to make sure our people experience reflects the same thoughtfulness and innovation we bring to our external work. Senior Associate, People Operations Hybrid – Washington, DC You’ll: - Support payroll, benefits, and compliance processes that keep operations running smoothly - Partner with our PEO and vendors to improve systems and employee experience - Embed belonging, accessibility, and fairness into every part of the employee lifecycle - Explore technology and data tools that enhance how our team works together You should apply if you’re energized by building reliable, inclusive systems and believe that great culture starts with thoughtful operations. Apply via https://lnkd.in/gEnEd5ke

Think of Us is at a pivotal moment, where we are strengthening what we’ve built and preparing for what’s next. As we grow, we’re seeking a Chief Development Officer to shape the financial and strategic foundation that powers this movement. As a key member of the executive team, you will: - Partner with the CEO to shape the next era of growth and sustainability - Build a development function that unites fundraising, policy, and communications - Design innovative revenue models that drive large-scale impact - Strengthen relationships across philanthropy, government, and the private sector Chief Development Officer  Hybrid – Washington, DC Applications reviewed on a rolling basis You should apply if you see development as a driver of systems change—connecting resources, relationships, and policy to reimagine what’s possible for families. Apply via https://lnkd.in/g-dnJYD6

As Think of Us scales its impact nationally, we are seeking a strategic and hands-on finance leader to build the systems that power our mission. This role is about more than managing budgets. It is about ensuring resources and data are aligned with transformation. As our most senior finance leader, you will bring rigor and creativity to how we plan, spend, and sustain for the long term. Senior Director, Finance Hybrid – Washington, DC You’ll: - Serve as TOU’s most senior finance leader, partnering with the COO - Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy - Strengthen systems, and compliance as we scale - Use data and technology (including AI) to make planning smarter and more transparent You should apply if you see finance as more than numbers, as a way to design systems that help people and resources move toward impact. Apply by October 30, 2025 → https://lnkd.in/gQpvQARF

At Think of Us, we’re transforming child welfare into a wellbeing system where families can heal, develop, and thrive. As we enter a new chapter of growth, this role will shape the culture, systems, and structures that allow our team and mission to scale with intention. As our most senior People leader, you will connect vision to operations by building an equitable, innovative, and future-ready people infrastructure. Senior Director, People & Culture Hybrid – Washington, DC You’ll: - Partner with the COO and executive team to align people strategy with mission and growth - Build systems, policies, and culture that scale with intention -Lead People Operations, Talent, and Learning functions - Champion innovation and belonging in how we work If you’re a builder who thrives in dynamic environments and believes in aligning people systems with purpose, we’d love to meet you. Apply by October 30, 2025 → https://lnkd.in/guMxmyme

Happening Today at 2 PM ET:  A conversation built from lived experience -  sharing the untold stories of raising and being raised in informal and formal kinship care. What does it look like to raise a child through kinship care, outside of formal systems? What does it feel like to grow up in a caregiving arrangement that systems don’t always recognize or support? Join Think of Us and @A Second Chance, Inc.,  for the final session in our Hidden Foster Care series. We will hear from caregivers and those who were raised in kinship care, now leading efforts to strengthen support for families like theirs. - Angela Clements, Parent Peer Specialist + Licensed Facilitator - Abbie Aasen, Lived Experience Panelist - Ms. Chauntese Gardner, Adoptive Kinship Caregiver + Community Advocate - Jesus Angel Rodriguez, Lived Experience Panelist - Aquieda Lawson,  Associate Minister, Calvary Baptist Church + Resource Navigator Moderated by: Sonia Cohen, Lived Expert and Former Kinship Caregiver 👉 Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/gHvWMudu

Join us on Thursday, August 21 at 2:00 PM ET for the final session of our four-part series on Hidden Foster Care. Raising Our Own: The Untold Stories of Raising and Being Raised in Informal and Formal Kinship Care brings together voices of lived experience—those who stepped up to care, and those who were raised by kin. Co-hosted by Think of Us and @A Second Chance, Inc., this conversation will explore: - Emotional, financial, and legal challenges families face - Reflections from kinship caregivers and youth - Recommendations for improving systems of support As shared by Lived Experts: - Angela Clements, Parent Peer Specialist + Licensed Facilitator - Abbie Aasen, Lived Experience Panelist - Ms. Chauntese Gardner, Adoptive Kinship Caregiver + Community Advocate - Jesus Rodriguez, Lived Experience Panelist - Aquieda Lawson,  Associate Minister, Calvary Baptist Church + Resource Navigator Moderated by: Sonia Cohen, Lived Expert and Former Kinship Caregiver 👉 RSVP now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gHvWMudu

We’re looking for two mission-driven changemakers to join our Kin Accelerator team and support eight California counties in co-designing and scaling kin-first innovations that create real, lasting impact for youth and families. Program Associate – Kin Accelerator Remote (California-based) You’ll: - Be the regular point of contact for county child welfare teams - Coordinate programming, provide logistical support, and foster peer collaboration - Help create content and manage program resources - Work closely with experts and lived experience leaders Apply now > https://lnkd.in/gG3scY_k Program Manager – Kin Accelerator Remote (California-based) You’ll: - Drive strategy and implementation for the Kin Accelerator initiative - Lead cross-county collaboration, co-design sessions, and project management - Maintain relationships with partners like CDSS, Casey Family Programs, and UC Davis - Ensure equity, inclusion, and data-informed impact throughout the program Apply now > https://lnkd.in/gzRvJjYF

Happening Today: Legal Rights & Kinship Caregivers, Parents and Young People – Join Us at 2 PM ET! Families navigating hidden foster care deserve clarity, protection, and support. Too often, they’re left without the legal tools to stand strong. Join Think of Us and A Second Chance, Inc.. today at 2 PM ET for a dynamic conversation on how legal representation can shift the balance and strengthen families Featuring legal experts and national advocates: Allison Green, Chief Legal Officer at National Association of Counsel for Children Heidi Redlich Epstein, Associate Director, ABA Center on Children and the Law Josh Gupta-Kagan Clinical Professor of Law, Columbia University Law School Moderated by Robert Matthews, Chief Program Officer at Think of Us 👉 Last chance to RSVP and secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gJXHGJSJ

Legal support is essential for kinship caregivers, parents and youth people —let’s talk about why. Join us Tuesday, June 24 at 2:00 PM ET for the third installment of our webinar series on hidden foster care. Co-hosted by Think of Us and A Second Chance, Inc., this session will explore the Legal Rights and Protections for Kinship Caregivers, Parents, and Young People—highlighting the vital role of legal representation and the risks families face without it. Hear from: - Allison Green, Chief Legal Officer at National Association of Counsel for Children - Heidi Redlich Epstein, Associate Director, ABA Center on Children and the Law - Josh Gupta-Kagan, Clinical Professor of Law, Columbia University Law School Moderated by Robert Matthews, Chief Program Officer at Think of Us ✔️ A conversion for Families ✔️ A conversation for Advocates ✔️ A conversation for Professionals 👉 RSVP now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gJXHGJSJ

📣Save the date! Join Think of Us and A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) for the third webinar in our four-part series on Tuesday, June 24, from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. (EST). This session will explore the legal rights and protections of kinship caregivers, parents, and young people—a vital conversation for families, advocates, and professionals committed to creating a more supportive, kin-first child welfare system. We’re bringing together a panel of experts to unpack the legal landscape, elevate solutions, and discuss how we can better equip kin caregivers with the tools they need to keep families together. Moderated by Robert Matthews, Chief Program Officer at Think of Us. 💬Featured speakers: Allison Green, Chief Legal Officer, National Association of Counsel for Children Heidi Redlich Epstein, Associate Director, ABA Center on Children and the Law Josh Gupta-Kagan, Clinical Professor of Law, Columbia University Law School We look forward to seeing you there! 👉 RSVP now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gJXHGJSJ