Director of Social Development and Youth Programs

Eckerdhelpsgirls; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision

19 days of Paid Time Off the first yer

11 paid holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer

Flexible spending accounts

Paid short-term and voluntary long-tem

Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary term life insurance

PSLF Eligible Employer

PTO Exchange

Job summary

Eckerd Connects is seeking a Social Development Director in Laredo, Texas to supervise Residential Living Counseling, CPP and Recreation/Fitness/Health Programs, ensuring compliance with government and management directives.

The role plans and coordinates departmental activities, guides staff development, and oversees staff scheduling for dorm and recreation coverage. A strong background in supervision and program management is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in counseling or work-related field preferred.
• Three years of broad-based professional Job Corps or similar training program experience preferred.
• One year of supervisory experience required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises the Residential Living Counseling, CPP and Recreation/Fitness/Health Programs. Responsible for the management of social development functions, in compliance with government and management directives.
• Plans, coordinates and manages the administrative and programmatic activities of the department, including coordination of the CSS program.
• Provide staff training, evaluate staff performance, and implement staff changes as approved by the Center Director.
• Oversee the scheduling and operation of Center sponsored recreation activities and programs.
• Oversee the staff schedule 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for dorm and recreation coverage.
• Provide support and guidance to staff in dealing with behavior of students and resolving individual or group situations.
• Develop and distribute weekly monthly and annual recreation/vocation plans and scheduled activities.
• Coordinates the Career Success Standards /Conflict Resolution Programs and provides input on career development skills of students.

Skills

Staff supervision

Program management

Staff training

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Eckerd Connects is seeking a Social Development Director in Laredo, Texas to supervise Residential Living Counseling, CPP and Recreation/Fitness/Health Programs, ensuring compliance with government and management directives.

The role plans and coordinates departmental activities, guides staff development, and oversees staff scheduling for dorm and recreation coverage. A strong background in supervision and program management is essential.