What people are saying

 about CHS, Buckner Division ...

“I’ve been a volunteer at CHS’ Buckner Division for nearly eight years. During this time, I’ve seen the organization go from good to great. Under the local leadership of Executive Director Kymberly Cook, the organization has made the education of the foster care children in its care a priority. Kym created the Family Life Education Program, which includes an education coordinator dedicated to work with the residential children and their schools to ensure academic success.” --D. Parker, Volunteer

"I first became involved with Children’s Home Society as a foster parent. I truly believe in what this organization stands for. When a job opening was available, I immediately took advantage of the offer. This July will mark the 15th anniversary that I’ve been part of such an amazing organization. CHS provides numerous opportunities to make a difference in children’s lives, and I embrace as many of them that I can. Between 2008 and 2009, I lost my mother and sister to breast cancer. During this time, CHS provided a tremendous amount of emotional support. I am forever grateful for this organization."--M. Sanders, Employee

"Children’s Home Society of Florida is a great place to work! I am extremely blessed to work with a wonderful group of co-workers and volunteers that work hard to protect our area’s most vulnerable children."--M. Simmons, Employee

"I am always so impressed with the professionalism and the compassion of the Children’s Home Society of Florida staff. As a volunteer and board member, I see firsthand the tremendous work that the staff puts forth to ensure the children and families we serve have access to all of the programs, services and resources they need to be successful. You can tell it is truly a mission of love that starts with our Executive Director, Kymberly Cook, and is felt by every employee and volunteer of the Buckner Division in Jacksonville." --T. Kapustka, Buckner Division Board of Directors

“As an intern, it is very rewarding to work for an organization so committed to ending the abuse and neglect of children. All the employees, from Executive Director Kym Cook to receptionist Mona Sanders, have welcomed me with open arms and smiles on their faces.” --A. Dixon, UNF Intern

“I’ve worked for CHS for more than 20 years. I’m very passionate about the mission of our organization to embrace and inspire the lives of children who have been abused, neglected or abandoned. Under the wonderful direction of Kym Cook, CHS’ Buckner Division Executive Director, each child here is treated as an individual and tended to according to specific needs.” -- M. Clark, Employee

“What a rewarding experience it is to lend a hand for this wonderful organization, which does so much for our community. For the past 13 years, I have volunteered services, sponsored parties and participated in events that have left a lasting impression on my heart that I will never forget. To work with the many caring individuals who give so freely and show so much love for the children is amazing. It is a blessing to be able to do for others, and I will always be a supporter of this fine institution that cares so much about the welfare and well-being of children who need our guidance and love." -- J. Sechrist, Volunteer

“Working for CHS is fulfilling for me because of how people-oriented the company is. Many employees (including myself) are split between programs, and that system only works because of the high level of collaboration and cooperation between coworkers. Everyone is equally willing to praise a job well done or lend a hand with a difficult project. The Buckner Division functions as a team, and as a member of that team, I bring home a strong sense of accomplishment and support at the end of each day.” --B. French, Employee

"I have volunteered with Children’s Home Society of Florida for about two years. Over this short time, I have witnessed CHS help rescue hundreds of children and teens from abuse and neglect through shelter, education, counseling, adoption and post-adoption services, a mentoring program, and community outreach. I am grateful for the generous donors, dedicated employees and fellow volunteers who work with CHS to give these children who have experienced such hardship and suffering so early in their short lives a beacon of hope." --S. Wayda, Volunteer

“My experience as an intern at CHS has been amazing. Not only is it instantly gratifying and rewarding when we see happy children, but it is also educationally enriching. You are treated like part of the team no matter what part of the team you’re on. But most importantly, no one ever forgets that it is about the children.” --A. Carswell, Intern

"I've been at CHS for almost seven years, and the longer I've been here, the more appreciation I've developed for the organization and its structure to the wonderful leadership, especially under the direction of Executive Director Kymberly Cook. Her love for every single child is demonstrated in how hard she works toward the best solution for each of them. I'm amazed at how she and other management team members don't skip a beat in knowing every single child's first name and needs. They never let us forget that even in the busyness of our work days, it's always about putting children first." --N. Vallejos, Employee

"The staff of Children's Home Society of Florida, Buckner Division, is a great team of caring individuals that truly cares about children and family health and well-being. Each one takes the job seriously and is in it for the children." -- J. Maron, Buckner Division Board of Directors 

“I feel fortunate to have spent the last 26 years of my professional career working for CHS with people who have a sincere desire to make things better for families and children in our community. Even when you feel like you can’t go any further, Kym Cook, our Executive Director, takes on her alter ego as “Super Cheerleader” and cheers, “We can do this!” --T. McClain, Employee

“It’s always been my dream to work with children from various backgrounds. Working for CHS has not only given me the opportunity to fulfill my dream but also helped me to discover a passion for being a mental health counselor.” --T. Taylor, Intern