Youth Programs & Safety Coordinator

Cameron County; San Benito (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Sick Leave

Annual Leave

Retirement System

Paid Holidays

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Cameron County is seeking a Community Activity Officer to supervise program participants and maintain safety during daily activities. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, bilingual ability preferred, and a flexible schedule.

Duties include counseling, transport, home visits, and collaborating with school staff to improve attendance and behavior. Applicants must pass a background check, drug screen, and hold a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Some college in Criminal Justice, Corrections, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related field preferred.
• Basic computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint; must be able to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of program participants and maintain safety and order.
• Maintain accountability of youths and equipment; ensure a safe, clean environment.
• Facilitate cognitive skill groups and teamwork activities.
• Provide mentoring, tutoring, and crisis coping techniques.
• Provide transportation to program participants as needed and conduct home visits.

Skills

Monitoring and responding to resident

Problem solving & decision making

Verbal and written communication

Basic computer skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Some college in related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Cameron County is seeking a Community Activity Officer to supervise program participants and maintain safety during daily activities. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, bilingual ability preferred, and a flexible schedule.

Duties include counseling, transport, home visits, and collaborating with school staff to improve attendance and behavior. Applicants must pass a background check, drug screen, and hold a valid Texas driver’s license.