Pathway Caring For Children

04/28/2026

💙 We’re Hiring a Foster Parent Recruiter! Do you love connecting with people and making a real impact? Pathway Caring for Children is looking for a passionate, community-driven recruiter to help inspire families across Northeast Ohio to become foster parents.

✨ Build relationships
✨ Lead community events
✨ Make a difference in children’s lives

📍 Cuyahoga County & surrounding areas
🕒 Flexible schedule (some evenings/weekends)

Join a team dedicated to helping children find safe, supportive homes.

👉 Apply today: pathwaycfc.org/about-pathway/join-our-team/

04/21/2026

It’s National Volunteer Week! Pathway relies on a dedicated group of volunteers who enhance our programs and mentor Pathway children and teens. Our volunteers offer a special skill set that allows them to relate and empathize with the children, which promotes trust and healing.

We thank our Auction Committee, Clays Committee, Board Members, clerical support, camp leaders, and group volunteers—your time, creativity, and compassion help build trust, spark healing, and create lasting change.

Thank you for walking alongside Pathway and being part of making a difference in the lives of children and families!

04/17/2026

Because of you, Pathway children are growing, learning, and reaching big milestones.

-Several children are trying new activities like swimming, gymnastics, violin, Girl Scouts, and baseball.

-Two of our youngest children have reached a new milestone—they’re walking!

-Another child is learning new words every day and making their family laugh with all the sweet and funny things they say.

Because of the stability you help provide, kids are improving their behavior, learning healthy boundaries, and doing better in school.

Thank you for being part of these everyday moments. Your support is changing lives.

04/16/2026

We’re hiring! Make an impact in early childhood development. Pathway is looking for a Part-Time Early Childhood Prevention Specialist (20 hrs/week) based in Wooster, OH.

In this role, you’ll:
✔ Support young children’s social-emotional development
✔ Coach teachers and partner with families
✔ Deliver evidence-based programs like Dinosaur School
✔ Help build stronger, more resilient communities

We’re looking for someone who:
• Has experience working with young children
• Enjoys collaborating with educators and families
• Values empathy, diversity, and community impact

✨ Training provided
🚗 Local travel required (Wooster + occasional Canton)

If you (or someone you know) are passionate about prevention work and early childhood, we’d love to connect!

👉 Learn more: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/BF974FDB6636226C921CD24010EEDEFA/career-page
📩 Apply or share!

04/15/2026

Growth doesn’t always happen in the classroom—it shows up in everyday moments.

Pathway school-based therapist, Becky, recently ran into a former student at the grocery store. Once a middle schooler struggling with anger and school engagement, he’s now a confident senior preparing for his future.

He proudly shared how counseling helped him learn to talk about his feelings and work through challenges.

Becky reflected, “I told him I was so proud of him. These are the stories that keep me showing up every day.”

This is the power of showing up consistently for students—building trust, supporting growth, and creating change that lasts far beyond school.

Read the full story 💙
https://www.pathwaycfc.org/blog/growth-beyond-the-classroom/

04/14/2026

Nine days until our Power Weekend begins! This FREE four-day training walks you through what fostering actually looks like, day by day, from the first call to the first placement. Register HERE: https://www.pathwaycfc.org/events/foster-parent-pre-service/

Both in-person & virtual sessions are designed to prepare prospective foster parents with everything they need—from understanding trauma and child development to building strong family partnerships.

Learn, connect, and gain the tools to support children and families with confidence.
To learn more or register for Power Weekend, contact:
Makenna Taylor
Email: mtaylor@pathwaycfc.org
Phone: 330-818-0425

04/13/2026

We had a great turnout at our Family Lego Night! 🧱 Families could build, create, and make memories together—one brick at a time.

A big thank you to One Byte at a Time for bringing more Legos than we could’ve imagined! 💛

04/10/2026

We are thankful for the ongoing support of the Sisters of Charity Foundation. Their funding supported Pathway prevention programs that help support students’ self-regulation, healthy decision making, positive friendships, and some heavier topics like substance use and violence prevention.

The Sisters of Charity Foundation of Canton - News - Annual Reports

04/09/2026

We are very grateful for community partners like The Junkluggers for their generosity in supporting Pathway kids and families!

Back in February, we kicked off a special initiative: donate $10 from every pickup to our friends at Pathway Caring For Children! By the end of March, and 181 pickups later, we were thrilled to hand over $1,810 to help foster families and kids in our community. We even got to stop by their offices and meet the amazing team behind the work - they’re truly inspiring! Supporting such an incredible cause was an honor, and we’re proud to do our part! 🤝 🚛 ♻️

04/08/2026

Pathway staff wear blue today! 💙

This day represents a unified commitment to standing against child abuse. 

Through our work at Pathway, we are all connected to this mission and the impact it has on the lives of vulnerable children

04/07/2026

One of our Pathway school-based therapists used a mini steel drum to help a student explore and express their emotions through music 🎶

The student shared, “It’s a fun way to talk about my feelings.” 💙

At Pathway, we’re always finding creative, meaningful ways to help kids feel seen, heard, and understood. Our school-based therapists and case managers are on site, in the schools every day. They are part of school meetings and schedules and can engage with students where and when they need it.

Pathway’s work goes beyond addressing immediate behavioral concerns. It’s about building relationships, fostering growth, and walking alongside students during some of the most formative years of their lives.

Find out more: https://www.pathwaycfc.org/mental-health-services/school-based-services/

04/06/2026

Looking for a safe, supportive space where your child can connect, recharge, and just be a kid? 💙

Pathway’s Second Saturdays: Behavioral Health Respite Group for Youth offers a monthly break for caregivers and a fun, welcoming environment for kids ages 3–17.

✨ Each month includes:
• Creative activities & skill-building
• Opportunities to make friends
• Snacks provided
• Caring, trained staff

📅 Saturday, April 11
⏰ 1:00–4:00 PM
📍 Pathway’s Jim Bridges Learning Center (Canton)

This group is designed for youth who could benefit from a monthly reset and connection with others in a supportive setting.

Have questions? Contact Lyndsay at (330) 818-0408.
If not enrolled, please call and we will walk you through the process to get your child connected to Pathway’s services.

Must be OhioRISE eligible and able to enroll in Mental Health services at Pathway.