“Be the change you want to see in the world.” ~ Gandhi

Join the Team

Make a difference in a challenging yet rewarding work environment. CIS South Central Texas has occasional vacancies for the position of Project Director which is a campus-based, general social work position. A Project Director is committed to the CIS mission of “helping students succeed in school and make positive life choices” and is responsible for working with at-risk students within the public school system to achieve that mission.

True to the “community” in Communities in Schools, Project Directors work in collaboration with school faculty, administrators, and community members to support student opportunities, while maintaining outreach to families through parenting skills workshops and home visits. Other job duties include providing students with one-on-one attention through services such as student counseling and academic assistance, as well as managing students in group activities both on campus and during field trips. Regarding health and social services not directly provided by CIS, Project Directors follow up on referrals to partner agencies.

Essential qualifications include at least a Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, counseling, psychology, or other social science field. Applicants should have the ability be energetic, enthusiastic, and positive in a setting that may, at times, be emotionally demanding. Furthermore, social work experience is helpful, and the ability to effectively communicate in Spanish to bilingual or Spanish-speaking students and families is an advantage.

Potential vacancies are most likely during summer months leading up to the school year. Project Directors work in accordance with the school calendar of the campus to which they are assigned, typically taking school holidays, and working the additional months of June and August. A 40-hour week is expected. Salary is commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

If you have a strong desire to make a difference and you meet the essential qualifications, please send your resume and letter of interest to the Executive Director, Christine Douglas, at chrisd@cisnewbraunfels.org. Due to the large number of applicants, only those who explicitly follow the application instructions will be reviewed. Resumes will be kept on file for three months. CIS South Central Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Internship Opportunities

CIS may provide a valuable, real-world working experience for students completing a social work, sociology, counseling, or psychology degree. If you are seeking an opportunity to learn from dedicated professionals in a supportive environment, please send your resume and letter of interest to Executive Director, Christine Douglas, at chrisd@cisnewbraunfels.org.