Child-Care Administrator

CoreCivic; Dilley (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & paid holidays

Paid job training & incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

CoreCivic in Texas is seeking a Child Care Administrator to provide on-site oversight of residential child-care programs within our detention facility. The role focuses on quality care, safety, and compliance while guiding a dedicated team.

You will plan activities, supervise staff, maintain records, and coordinate services to meet developmental needs of children in care, including policy reviews and staff training. A Bachelor's degree and relevant licensing are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of residential child care experience, including one year in supervision.
• Must meet state licensing requirements and hold CCAL.
• Strong leadership and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, coordinates, monitors and evaluates residential child-care programs.
• Plans, develops, and conducts classes and activities for children.
• Observes children and assists in managing disputes.
• Reviews facility policies and recommends changes.
• Supervises staff and ensures adequate staffing.
• Maintains records including program plans, attendance, evaluations.
• Maintains lists of eligible participants.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

$77,000 per year

At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people! CoreCivic is currently seeking a Child Care Administrator who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in a detention center setting.

Who We Are

CoreCivic is the leading, national provider of high-quality, secured corrections and detention management services, providing effective programs that enhance public safety and prepare individuals for success after release. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with more than 70 security facilities nationwide, CoreCivic security employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.

What We Have

• More than just a job but the start of a successful career!
• Supportive environment where employee growth is promoted.
• Comprehensive benefits package & competitive wages.
• PTO & paid holidays.
• Paid job training & other great incentives.

What You Get To Do

Change the lives of those in your care!

The Child-Care Administrator provides on-site administrative oversight of child-care program(s) for the residential center.

• Develops, implements, coordinates, monitors and evaluates residential child-care programs to ensure that child-care services meet the developmental needs and safety of children in care.
• Plans, develops, and conducts classes and/or structured activities for children.
• Observes children during program activities, provides consultation in response to needs or concerns, and assists in managing disputes or issues.
• Assists in the formulation and/or review of facility policies for areas under supervision; makes recommendations for changes where appropriate.
• Supervises subordinate staff in the performance of their duties and evaluates as prescribed by the facility and company policy.
• Coordinates program activity or services for designated program and provides for areas under supervision to be adequately staffed.
• Ensures staff is prepared to handle emergency situations. Creates and maintains accurate, complete and appropriate records as required by policy, regulations and procedures including, program plans, attendance, participation, evaluations, and other statistical information.
• Establishes and maintains list(s) of eligible participants in designated child-care program(s).
• Reviews and facilitates request(s) for accommodation, as needed. Monitors program completion and manages discipline issues; recommends corrective action or removal from program as necessary.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree is required.
• Two years of full-time child care experience in a residential child care setting, to include one year of management/supervisory experience of staff and programs is required.
• A graduate degree may be substituted for the required experience up to one year.
• Must meet state educational and licensing requirements, and hold current valid Child Care Administrator license (CCAL).
• Strong leadership, customer service skills and ability to create/maintain positive relationships with families.
• Must be able to complete any training required by contract. Experience with Microsoft Office or other similar software applications is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum Age Requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.