We are seeking an Manager of Administrative Support to join our team. The Manager of Administrative Support serves in a strategic function at Buckner Children and Family Services (BFCS) to support the Senior Executive Director of Administration and Operations in day-to-day administrative activities. Collaborate with the Regional Office Managers and the Network of administrative professionals in guiding administrative responsibilities and serve as a resource to all Texas regions. Join our team and shine hope in the lives of others! 

What you'll do:

• Provide administrative support to the Senior Executive Director.
• Independently manage tasks and projects; research, analyze data, produce monthly reports, and assist with budget preparation and reporting as assigned and required.
• Serve as liaison between the Senior Executive Director and other personnel. 
• Effectively handle all types of communication, including internal and external constituents; provide support for correspondence.
• Effectively coordinate and provide logistical support for meetings as assigned by the Senior Executive Director and/or other designated staff. 
• Attend meetings at various geographic locations to assist with location and event needs. 
• Effectively administer calls and requests for meetings and information from the Senior Executive Director’s office.
• Effectively maintain database information for the Senior Executive Director’s contacts by updating his/her electronic contact list accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain a calendar for the Senior Executive Director and other designated staff. Track appointments and other events. Maintain Network calendars for the Executive Director and Administrative Professional networks. 
• Plan, schedule, and organize all aspects of domestic and international travel for the Senior Executive Director and other staff as directed.
• Accurately and timely complete documentation and communication to register the Senior Executive Director and other designated staff for various meetings and conferences as directed.
• Accurately and timely prepare, audit, and process invoices for payment.
• Leads the planning and execution of the annual BCFS Administrative Professionals Network Retreat, overseeing all aspects of end-to-end, large-scale event coordination.
• Serve as Vice Chair of the BCFS Administration Support Professionals Steering Committee and collaborate with the Chair to align BCFS statewide administrative operations with the organization’s strategic plan and initiatives from the President’s Office. 

 What you’ll bring:

• A high school diploma (or G.E.D.) is required to perform essential job functions.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred.
• Certification in project management preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of prior related experience required.
• Requires proficient ability to speak, read, and write English professionally. Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish preferred.
• Excellent professional business contract negotiation skills.
• Requires in-depth ability to plan, administer, and report budgets.
• Proficient working knowledge of project planning and budgetary management required.
• Requires excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge and ability to accurately and timely operate and perform computer-related tasks with specific equipment and software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, required. 
• Requires the ability to travel to various geographic locations and some overnight stays. Requires the ability to obtain and maintain the necessary documentation to travel.
• Requires the job holder to work nights and weekends as needed to meet business needs.
• Requires the ability to drive assigned vehicle(s) or personal vehicle, with appropriate state license, following all laws applicable; must provide proof of liability insurance and must be eligible to be insured under Buckner’s insurance policy. Must be age 21 or older to drive on behalf of Buckner.
• Requires the ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force continuously to move objects and/or people.
• Requires the ability to walk, stand, and sit, sometimes for prolonged periods of time.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.  

We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our team. The Administrative Assistant serves in a strategic function at Buckner Children and Family Services (BFCS) to support the Senior Executive Director of Administration and Operations in day-to-day administrative activities. Collaborate with the Regional Office Managers and the Network of administrative professionals in guiding administrative responsibilities and serve as a resource to all Texas regions. Join our team and shine hope in the lives of others! 

What you'll do:

• Provide administrative support to the Senior Executive Director.
• Independently manage tasks and projects; research, analyze data, produce monthly reports, and assist with budget preparation and reporting as assigned and required.
• Serve as liaison between the Senior Executive Director and other personnel. 
• Effectively handle all types of communication, including internal and external constituents; provide support for correspondence.
• Effectively coordinate and provide logistical support for meetings as assigned by the Senior Executive Director and/or other designated staff. 
• Attend meetings at various geographic locations to assist with location and event needs. 
• Effectively administer calls and requests for meetings and information from the Senior Executive Director’s office.
• Effectively maintain database information for the Senior Executive Director’s contacts by updating his/her electronic contact list accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain a calendar for the Senior Executive Director and other designated staff. Track appointments and other events. Maintain Network calendars for the Executive Director and Administrative Professional networks. 
• Plan, schedule, and organize all aspects of domestic and international travel for the Senior Executive Director and other staff as directed.
• Accurately and timely complete documentation and communication to register the Senior Executive Director and other designated staff for various meetings and conferences as directed.
• Accurately and timely prepare, audit, and process invoices for payment.
• Leads the planning and execution of the annual BCFS Administrative Professionals Network Retreat, overseeing all aspects of end-to-end, large-scale event coordination.
• Serve as Vice Chair of the BCFS Administration Support Professionals Steering Committee and collaborate with the Chair to align BCFS statewide administrative operations with the organization’s strategic plan and initiatives from the President’s Office. 

 What you’ll bring:

• A high school diploma (or G.E.D.) is required to perform essential job functions.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred.
• Certification in project management preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of prior related experience required.
• Requires proficient ability to speak, read, and write English professionally. Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish preferred.
• Excellent professional business contract negotiation skills.
• Requires in-depth ability to plan, administer, and report budgets.
• Proficient working knowledge of project planning and budgetary management required.
• Requires excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge and ability to accurately and timely operate and perform computer-related tasks with specific equipment and software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, required. 
• Requires the ability to travel to various geographic locations and some overnight stays. Requires the ability to obtain and maintain the necessary documentation to travel.
• Requires the job holder to work nights and weekends as needed to meet business needs.
• Requires the ability to drive assigned vehicle(s) or personal vehicle, with appropriate state license, following all laws applicable; must provide proof of liability insurance and must be eligible to be insured under Buckner’s insurance policy. Must be age 21 or older to drive on behalf of Buckner.
• Requires the ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force continuously to move objects and/or people.
• Requires the ability to walk, stand, and sit, sometimes for prolonged periods of time.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.  

We are seeking a Full-time Children's Program Aide to join our Family Hope Center.  The Children’s Program Aide serves in a strategic function at Buckner Children and Family Services and is responsible for assisting in the daily operations of all children programs inc. Join our team and shine hope in the lives of others! 

What you'll do:

• Provide an environment that is growth producing and which stimulates self-confidence and trust and a respect of people.
• Remain attentive to the physical, emotional, spiritual, and academic growth of the children under supervision.
• Ensure that the environment is age appropriate, culturally sensitive and allows for children’s personal expression.
• Participate with youth in character development/enhancement activities and service learning projects.
• Maintain a positive attitude and approach when working with the children, parents, guests and coworkers.
• Report to supervisor any special needs or problems of individual children.
• Support the program in place for the children in care and have a regularly scheduled daily plan, which includes elements of recreation, responsibility and spirituality.
• Implement appropriate discipline and supervision of the youth in accordance with Buckner policy, regulatory requirements and standards, and the needs of the children.
• Maintain facility in a clean and orderly manner. Report needed repairs to immediate supervisor.
• Maintain an awareness of the needs of children with an openness and flexibility for creative program changes when necessary. Implement program changes as directed.
• Maintain records, daily report sheets and incident reports and other documentation as necessary.
• Assist with paperwork, bulletin boards, and other documentation as required to develop and enhance the skills of the children in care.
• Assist youth with homework, arts, and crafts projects and implement recreation activities. 
• Report immediately any suspected child abuse/neglect to the Supervisor.
• Provide safe transportation for children in van or other Buckner vehicle as required.
• Assist with cleaning duties as appropriate, including, but not limited to, wiping down tables and emptying trash.
• Assist with menu planning and preparation and the delivery of snack and/or meal items.
• Attend and participate in meeting and in-service training, including CPR and First Aid training

 What you’ll bring:

• High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) required.
• Requires current CPR and First Aid certifications; must attend CPR, First Aid and restraint training as required.
• Must possess strong moral character, personal attributes and mannerisms so as to serve as a positive role model for youth and their families.
• Requires proficient ability to speak, read and write English. 
• Requires the ability to maintain a positive attitude and approach when working with children and parents
• Requires ability to drive assigned vehicle(s) or personal vehicle, with appropriate state license, following all laws applicable; must provide proof of liability insurance and must be eligible to be insured under Buckner’s insurance policy. Must be age 21 or older to drive on behalf of Buckner.
• Requires ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force continuously to move objects and/or people.
• Requires ability to walk, stand and sit, sometimes for prolonged periods of time.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. 

We are seeking a Part-Time Children's Program Aide to join our Family Hope Center.  The Children’s Program Aide serves in a strategic function at Buckner Children and Family Services and is responsible for assisting in the daily operations of all children programs inc. Join our team and shine hope in the lives of others! 

What you'll do:

• Provide an environment that is growth producing and which stimulates self-confidence and trust and a respect of people.
• Remain attentive to the physical, emotional, spiritual, and academic growth of the children under supervision.
• Ensure that the environment is age appropriate, culturally sensitive and allows for children’s personal expression.
• Participate with youth in character development/enhancement activities and service learning projects.
• Maintain a positive attitude and approach when working with the children, parents, guests and coworkers.
• Report to supervisor any special needs or problems of individual children.
• Support the program in place for the children in care and have a regularly scheduled daily plan, which includes elements of recreation, responsibility and spirituality.
• Implement appropriate discipline and supervision of the youth in accordance with Buckner policy, regulatory requirements and standards, and the needs of the children.
• Maintain facility in a clean and orderly manner. Report needed repairs to immediate supervisor.
• Maintain an awareness of the needs of children with an openness and flexibility for creative program changes when necessary. Implement program changes as directed.
• Maintain records, daily report sheets and incident reports and other documentation as necessary.
• Assist with paperwork, bulletin boards, and other documentation as required to develop and enhance the skills of the children in care.
• Assist youth with homework, arts, and crafts projects and implement recreation activities. 
• Report immediately any suspected child abuse/neglect to the Supervisor.
• Provide safe transportation for children in van or other Buckner vehicle as required.
• Assist with cleaning duties as appropriate, including, but not limited to, wiping down tables and emptying trash.
• Assist with menu planning and preparation and the delivery of snack and/or meal items.
• Attend and participate in meeting and in-service training, including CPR and First Aid training

 What you’ll bring:

• High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) required.
• Requires current CPR and First Aid certifications; must attend CPR, First Aid and restraint training as required.
• Must possess strong moral character, personal attributes and mannerisms so as to serve as a positive role model for youth and their families.
• Requires proficient ability to speak, read and write English. 
• Requires the ability to maintain a positive attitude and approach when working with children and parents
• Requires ability to drive assigned vehicle(s) or personal vehicle, with appropriate state license, following all laws applicable; must provide proof of liability insurance and must be eligible to be insured under Buckner’s insurance policy. Must be age 21 or older to drive on behalf of Buckner.
• Requires ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force continuously to move objects and/or people.
• Requires ability to walk, stand and sit, sometimes for prolonged periods of time.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. 

• Summer 2026 Term: April 17, 2026
• Fall 2026 Term: June 26, 2026

• Support family strengthening and case management services
• Assist with community outreach and program delivery
• Engage in volunteer and group engagement initiatives
• Contribute to program administration, research, or special projects
• Observe trauma-informed and strengths-based practices in action

What you'll accomplish:

• Develop a working knowledge of non-profits and how to carry out successful ministry in an underserved community
• Grow in skills related to working with children and families living in vulnerable situations
• Learn how to work collaboratively with team members from various departments
• Be trained and developed in ways that will be applicable for future employment
• Connect with fellow interns and other professionals within the company to build your network

What you'll bring:

• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree during the length of the program.
• Commit to working at least 16-24 hours per week during business hours with some evening availability.
• Strong academic record.
• Access to own housing and transportation to/from the assigned internship site.
• Must be comfortable working with children and adults of various ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, cultures, and religious beliefs.
• Able to give clear written and verbal instructions to people.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.

• Social Work (BSW/MSW)
• Sociology or Human Services
• Nonprofit Management
• Public Administration
• Ministry or Theology
• Child & Family Studies / Human Development
• Communications or Marketing (for community engagement roles)