Campus-Based Program Manager - Dobie Middle School - Austin ISD

Communities In Schools of Central Texas • Sunset Valley, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is seeking a full-time Program Manager to lead CIS services at Dobie Middle School and College Prep Academy in Austin, Texas. The Program Manager is the site-based leader, working with school administrators and personnel to integrate CIS programming with school-wide activities, support students in setting and meeting goals, engage and support parents, and help students reach their potential.

The role plans, implements, manages, and facilitates CIS activities and programs on a designated public-school campus. It addresses academic and non-academic barriers to student success, including needs affecting students’ parents and families, and provides a comprehensive array of clinical services. The Program Manager also provides leadership and support to CIS staff, AmeriCorps members, interns, and volunteers who may be assigned to the campus. The position is in-person and reports to the Program Director, Campus-Based Services. The starting salary is $4,000 per month ($48,000 annually), contingent on experience.

Requirements

• Minimum bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, human services, or a related field.
• Experience with crisis intervention, assessments, and referrals.
• Experience in group counseling and supportive guidance.
• Case-management experience.
• Experience working with school-age youth and vulnerable populations.
• Experience working with parents, guardians, and families.
• Experience providing individual supportive guidance and case-management services.
• Ability to build and maintain positive, productive relationships and collaborate effectively with CIS staff, school personnel, community partners, students, families, team members, and volunteers.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.
• Ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on strength-based leadership.
• Current CPR certification.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Access to reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• MSW degree.
• Demonstrated English/Spanish speaking skills; highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments to inform program design and identify appropriate resources.
• Maintain positive relationships with campus personnel, promote the program, and establish student referral processes.
• Implement data-management systems to evaluate program effectiveness and support efficient campus administration.
• Coordinate hiring, onboarding, orientation, and training for team members; establish goals and expectations.
• Work with team members to develop professional-development plans.
• Provide ongoing supervision and support, conduct new-staff reviews, and complete annual evaluations.
• Communicate agency and school policies, procedures, and practices to the team and promote agency culture, standards, and systems.
• Provide individual counseling, facilitate groups, and conduct crisis management as needed.
• Conduct parent outreach and develop parental involvement as needed.
• Perform case management and participate in the CIS team approach to service delivery.
• Represent CIS at school and community meetings and events and make presentations where appropriate.
• Organize and coordinate school and community events, advocate for the program, host open houses or other events, and communicate information and activities through appropriate channels.
• Perform other activities and duties as directed by the Program Director, Senior Program Director, Regional Directors of Programs, or Chief Executive Officer.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including 4+ weeks of holidays, 3 weeks of summer break, 2 weeks of vacation time, personal days, and sick days.
• Financial stipends for qualified staff with an active Texas mental health license, Spanish proficiency, or supervisory responsibilities.
• 100% employer-paid employee medical plan available, plus family subsidies.
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Ongoing training, supervision, and career pathways into director-level roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager