Ellison Center

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When young children and their families are facing challenges, we nurture hope and joy and provide support to strengthen families, while enriching our surrounding communities, through responsive and innovative programs in a safe and secure environment.

đź’› Happy Employee Appreciation Day, Ellison Center team! đź’›Today we honor our team and their dedication to bringing hope, ...
03/06/2026

đź’› Happy Employee Appreciation Day, Ellison Center team! đź’›

Today we honor our team and their dedication to bringing hope, healing, and growth to the lives of children and families in our community.

Your work provides more than support. You nurture resilience, strengthen relationships, and help families strive toward brighter days. Whether you’re offering individual sessions, supporting caregivers, or creating safe spaces for little ones to explore and heal, your compassion and expertise embody our mission of empowering young children and families through innovative mental health support.

Thank you for showing up with heart, creativity, and unwavering commitment every single day. Because of you, children feel seen, caregivers feel supported, and hope continues to grow.

You are appreciated today and every day!

Who We Are.Ellison Center is a nonprofit mental health agency in St. Cloud & Little Falls, providing infant and early ch...
03/05/2026

Who We Are.

Ellison Center is a nonprofit mental health agency in St. Cloud & Little Falls, providing infant and early childhood mental health services and parent support services to families, as well as professional training, and reflective consultation in Central Minnesota. Our goal is to help our clients build strength and resilience to overcome adversity by providing hope, joy, and support in a safe and secure environment.

We are a nonprofit, so we depend on the generosity of others to make our services available to as many as possible! Thank you for supporting us in promoting the social and emotional health of families through prevention, education, and intervention. You can find out more about what we provide, our community connections, and other resources (as well as how to donate to Ellison Center) on our website!

6 years! Ellison Center has been working to provide support for Central Minnesota families since March of 2020. So much ...
03/03/2026

6 years! Ellison Center has been working to provide support for Central Minnesota families since March of 2020. So much has happened in that time - we've doubled the size of our office, grown our team, and continued to find so much joy in serving the families in our community. Thank YOU for your support in all of that time. We couldn't do it without you!

In the work of caring for others, it’s easy to hold yourself to impossible standards.But healing — for children and adul...
02/25/2026

In the work of caring for others, it’s easy to hold yourself to impossible standards.

But healing — for children and adults alike — is not about perfection.

It’s about showing up.
Trying again.
Taking breaks when needed.
And remembering that growth often happens in small, quiet steps.

Whether you’re parenting, caregiving, or supporting families professionally… you are doing meaningful work, even on the hard days.

Some days we move so quickly caring for children and families that we forget to pause and care for ourselves.Checking in...
02/24/2026

Some days we move so quickly caring for children and families that we forget to pause and care for ourselves.

Checking in doesn’t have to be complicated.
It can be as simple as asking: How am I feeling right now? What do I need today?

When caregivers and providers practice self-awareness, we model emotional wellness for the children we support.

A small pause can create space for healing — for you and for those who rely on you. 🩵

Ellison Center is entering an exciting season of growth and evolution — and we are seeking a visionary Executive Directo...
02/19/2026

Ellison Center is entering an exciting season of growth and evolution — and we are seeking a visionary Executive Director to help shape our next chapter.

This is an opportunity to lead Central Minnesota’s first and only nonprofit dedicated to early childhood mental health. Our work strengthens parent-child relationships and promotes healthy development for children ages 0–5 and their families through therapy, caregiver support, reflective consultation, and professional training.

We are looking for a creative, relational leader who believes deeply in the power of relationships, reflection, and community to transform lives.

As Executive Director, you will:
• Serve as the organization’s chief executive and administrative leader
• Partner closely with the Board of Directors to steward our mission and strategic direction
• Oversee agency operations, fiscal management, and long-term sustainability
• Lead fundraising and diversified revenue development
• Strengthen governance and board engagement
• Serve as an ambassador for Ellison Center in the community
• Foster an inclusive, reflective, and high-performing organizational culture

Qualifications include:
• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, public administration, leadership, or related field
• Demonstrated nonprofit leadership experience
• Strong fundraising and grant-writing background
• Experience with fiscal management and board relations
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive leadership
• Familiarity with infant and early childhood mental health principles

Position Details:
• Full-time, exempt
• Salary range: $95,000–$110,000 (commensurate with education and experience)
• Benefits package including health insurance and retirement contributions
• Monday–Friday schedule with flexibility and occasional evenings
• In-office, community-based, and remote work

This role reports directly to the Board of Directors.

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as BIPOC and LGBTQ+ as part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Ready to make an impact?
Submit your resume and cover letter to
David.Kaczor@greatrivercm.org
Subject line: Ellison Center Executive Director Application

Applications will be accepted until Monday, March 2, 2026.

Join us in shaping the future of early childhood mental health in Central Minnesota!

This Black History Month, we honor the voices, stories, resilience, and contributions of Black individuals and families—...
02/17/2026

This Black History Month, we honor the voices, stories, resilience, and contributions of Black individuals and families—past, present, and future.

At Ellison Center, we recognize the importance of creating spaces where every child and caregiver feels seen, supported, and valued. Diversity, equity, and belonging are essential to nurturing healthy development and strong communities.

We celebrate Black history not just this month, but every day—through listening, learning, and showing up with care.

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Ellison Center 💕Today we’re celebrating the love that helps children grow, famil...
02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Ellison Center 💕

Today we’re celebrating the love that helps children grow, families heal, and communities feel a little more connected. Whether it’s a hug, a kind word, or simply showing up, love makes a lasting impact.

Wishing you a day full of warmth, care, and meaningful moments đź’—

We are incredibly honored to share that Ellison Center was awarded grant funding through the Women’s Fund of the Central...
02/06/2026

We are incredibly honored to share that Ellison Center was awarded grant funding through the Women’s Fund of the Central Minnesota Community Foundation 💜

This support allows us to expand services for immigrant and refugee families through our Caregiver Support Program, offering additional sessions focused on connection, education, and healing.

Funding will also make culturally specific Women’s Wellness Gatherings possible, creating space for mental health education, peer mentoring, and community building. In addition, small group workshops will provide practical tools to help women navigate local service systems, set personal and family goals, and strengthen support networks.

We are deeply grateful to the Women’s Fund and CommunityGiving for investing in the wellbeing of the families and communities we serve. Partnerships like this help make meaningful, lasting impact possible.

Thank you for believing in this work and in the power of accessible, culturally responsive care!

Children learn how to talk about their feelings, mistakes, and challenges by listening to the language we model. Small s...
02/06/2026

Children learn how to talk about their feelings, mistakes, and challenges by listening to the language we model.

Small shifts in how we respond can help children feel supported, capable, and safe—even in hard moments.

Reframing words doesn’t erase big feelings, but it helps create space for learning, growth, and connection.

Over time, these moments build emotional understanding and resilience!

Some days it looks like resting without guilt.Other days it’s slowing down, naming emotions, or taking one steady breath...
02/04/2026

Some days it looks like resting without guilt.

Other days it’s slowing down, naming emotions, or taking one steady breath before responding.

Caring for yourself helps you show up with more patience, presence, and connection—for both you and your child.

Even small moments of regulation and reflection can ripple outward in meaningful ways.

Swipe through for gentle reminders that support your wellness, and your family’s.

When children feel understood and supported, they’re better able to navigate big emotions and everyday challenges. Encou...
02/02/2026

When children feel understood and supported, they’re better able to navigate big emotions and everyday challenges.

Encouraging them to talk about their feelings, balancing structure with time to play, and offering steady reassurance all help create a strong foundation for emotional wellbeing.

Small, caring moments, repeated over time, can make a meaningful difference in a child’s mental health.

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600 25th Avenue S Suite 102
Saint Cloud, MN
56301

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+13204061600

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