Trauma-Informed Youth Residential Ops Leader

Tri-Starr Talent; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-Starr Talent is seeking a senior leader to oversee a 24/7 residential childcare program serving youth with complex emotional and behavioral needs. The role focuses on safe, structured operations, staff development, and regulatory compliance across Texas facilities.

Responsibilities include guiding multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets, and driving program growth and sustainability while maintaining trauma-informed care practices and strong partnerships with licensing agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field.
• Licensed Child-Care Administrator (LCCA) credential required.
• Nine graduate-level credit hours focused on individual and family functioning and interaction.
• Applicable professional licensure in Social Work or another human services field.
• Experience supervising staff, managing budgets, and overseeing residential program operations.
• Strong knowledge of Texas residential childcare licensing requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and ability to meet driving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a 24/7 residential childcare program with focus on quality care, safety, and licensing compliance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams including direct-care staff, management, and treatment professionals.
• Evaluate programs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service delivery, and impact.
• Manage operational budgets, staffing, and financial performance.
• Develop and implement strategies to grow programs, increase residential capacity, and sustainability.
• Maintain compliance with state licensing requirements, contracts, and applicable regulations.
• Serve as primary contact for regulatory agencies, inspections, and compliance matters.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to set goals, evaluate, and implement initiatives.
• Foster a positive workplace culture emphasizing accountability, development, teamwork, and care.
• Provide leadership during incidents and participate in on-call duties.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Trauma-informed care

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

LCCA credential

Graduate coursework in family functioning (9 credits)

Professional licensure in human services

Job description

Tri-Starr Talent is seeking a senior leader to oversee a 24/7 residential childcare program serving youth with complex emotional and behavioral needs. The role focuses on safe, structured operations, staff development, and regulatory compliance across Texas facilities.

Responsibilities include guiding multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets, and driving program growth and sustainability while maintaining trauma-informed care practices and strong partnerships with licensing agencies.