Experiential Youth Life Skills Coordinator

Compass Connections; Robstown (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

First-day benefits

Job summary

Compass Connections in Robstown, TX seeks a compassionate Youth Services Specialist to support safe housing and life-skills for children aged 5–17. You will design individualized plans, coordinate school activities, and help maintain a positive, orderly learning environment.

Requirements: high school diploma, 1+ year in related field; preferred bachelor’s in behavioral sciences, CPR/First Aid; bilingual English/Spanish; able to travel between locations.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma; bachelor’s preferred in behavioral sciences, human services, or social services.
• 1+ year of progressive experience in leadership, supervision, training, case management or teaching.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet federal/state regulations applicable to the position.
• Design individualized, age-appropriate life skills plans for children ages 5–17.
• Develop and maintain a Monthly Activity Calendar with foster care school team.
• Coordinate volunteers and church groups with program director approval.
• Maintain inventory and purchase supplies/equipment for life-skills activities.
• Participate in staff meetings and assist with meetings, events, and groups.
• Track and report educational information for quarterly reports.
• Use positive behavior management techniques and de-escalation.
• Maintain safe, orderly learning environments for children.
• Document children’s progress and provide weekly/monthly updates.
• Implement Compass Connections safety protocols for emergencies.
• Maintain confidentiality in all operations and adhere to policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Cultural sensitivity

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's in behavioral sciences / social services (preferred)

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Compass Connections in Robstown, TX seeks a compassionate Youth Services Specialist to support safe housing and life-skills for children aged 5–17. You will design individualized plans, coordinate school activities, and help maintain a positive, orderly learning environment.

Requirements: high school diploma, 1+ year in related field; preferred bachelor’s in behavioral sciences, CPR/First Aid; bilingual English/Spanish; able to travel between locations.