Youth and Family Engagement Coordinator - Galindo Elementary

Communities In Schools of Central Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Professional growth

Comprehensive health coverage

Job summary

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is seeking a Youth and Family Engagement Coordinator (SmartKids) in Austin, TX to provide case management and after-school programming at Galindo Elementary for students living in nearby public housing. Full-time, exempt position reports to the Program Manager, Campus-Based Services; starting salary $3,750/month.

Travel between Galindo Elementary and Meadowbrook housing complex is required; English/Spanish preferred, CPR optional, and access to reliable

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ professional youth work in school-based settings or after-school programming.
• Experience with parents, families, and community partnerships.
• Experience with crisis intervention, referrals, and supportive guidance.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Bachelor's degree in social work, human services or related field (or 2 years’ youth housing exposure).

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver on-site service-learning programs, enrichment activities, recreational activities, family events, and occasional field trips for students living in public housing.
• Provide school-based case management for designated students.
• Coordinate the on-site service delivery team of AmeriCorps members, interns and volunteers.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with campus CIS staff, housing authority personnel and other involved parties.
• Prepare and submit regular and timely reports as required by funders, supervisor or Program Director.
• Participate in the CIS team approach to service delivery and problem-solving.
• Promote and maintain CIS culture, standards, and systems.

Skills

Youth program coordination

Crisis intervention

Bilingual English/Spanish

Parental engagement

Transportation required

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, human services or related field

Job description

Youth and Family Engagement Coordinator - SmartKids

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Location: In-person / Campus-Based

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Program Manager, Campus-Based Services

Supervises: May supervise AmeriCorps members, repositioned staff, interns and/or volunteers

Starting Salary: $3,750/month (contingent on experience)

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About Communities In Schools

Rooted in community for over 40 years, Communities In Schools of Central Texas (CISCT) is a sophisticated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Austin, Texas. Communities In Schools (CIS) is a national organization that ensures every student has what they need to realize their full potential in school and beyond. At CISCT, our mission is simple: surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

Position Summary

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is seeking a qualified Youth and Family Engagement Coordinator (known as a SmartKids Coordinator) in Austin, TX to provide case management and student support services and provide after-school programming to students at Galindo Elementary School and living in the nearby public housing community.

What You'll Do

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver on-site service-learning programs, enrichment activities, recreational activities, family events, special events and occasional field trips for students living in public housing
• Provide school-based case management for designated students
• Coordinate the on-site service delivery team of AmeriCorps members, interns and volunteers
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with campus CIS staff, housing authority personnel and other involved parties
• Communicate and coordinate with community partners as appropriate
• Prepare and submit regular and timely reports as required by funders, supervisor or Program Director
• Participate in the CIS team approach to service delivery and problem-solving
• Promote and maintain CIS culture, standards, and systems

Work Hours: SmartKids Coordinator will be working and traveling between Galindo Elementary and Meadowbrook housing complex, leading the SmartKids afterschool program.

Additional Responsibilities: The SmartKids Coordinator will also perform other activities and duties as directed by the Program Director, Sr. Program Director, Regional Directors of Programs, or Chief Executive Officer.

What You Bring

• At a minimum of two (2) years of professional experience working with youth in a school-based setting or planning and facilitating after-school activities
• Experience working with parents and families, direct service delivery, and collaborating with community agencies
• Experience with crisis intervention, assessments, referrals, and supportive guidance
• Access to reliable transportation is required
• Current CPR certification preferred
• English/Spanish speaking ability is strongly preferred
• A bachelor's degree in social work, human services or related field. A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience working directly with youth living in public housing communities may substitute for a degree

Why Join CIS?

• Mission-driven work - Be part of a team that changes the trajectory of students' lives.
• Professional growth - Ongoing training, supervision, and career pathways into director-level roles.
• Community impact - Build partnerships that extend beyond the classroom.
• Generous paid time off: 4+ weeks of holidays, 3 weeks of summer break, 2 weeks of vacation time, personal days and sick days
• Financial stipends for qualified staff:
  • Spanish proficiency
  • Active Texas Mental Health License (LMSW, LCSW, LMFT-A, LPC, or LPC-A)
• Supervisory roles
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: 100% employer-paid employee medical plan available, plus family subsidies, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Community-centered culture focused on impact, growth, and connection

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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