It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!

Make a difference every day with an organization dedicated to doing good and caring for others.

Compass Connections believes every child deserves to have a place where they feel safe and loved. Our organization offers emergency shelter and group home placement for children while we work to reunite them with family.

We know the sooner family reunification is accomplished, the sooner children can safely integrate into the community and thrive.

We are now hiring compassionate and dependable individuals to join our team at our HSF in San Antonio, TX.

ALL Benefits available on the first day of employment. 

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision insurance
• Retirement plan options 
• Additional employer sponsored benefits available  

Ask your recruiter for a complete overview of the benefits available to you.

Hourly Rate: $25.15 an hour.

Language Requirement: Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Work Schedule: Sun 9am - 6pm, Mon - Thurs 11am - 7pm

Academic Req: Required – High school diploma; Preferred – associate degree
 

Certifications: First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention
 

Work experience: Required – Two (2) years of progressive employment experience in the behavioral
sciences, human services, or social services field
 

Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables:
1.Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards that are applicable to this position.
2.Develop and implement a monthly recreational activity calendar both at and away from the facility.
3.Ensure that needed recreational supplies and equipment are available for recreational activities.
4.Identify, recruit, and maintain commitment from community partners.
5.Coordinate volunteer participation, including church group volunteers, in recreational activities.
6.Provide clear verbal directions and guidelines during recreational activities.
7.Document each child’s progress in recreational activities in monthly and quarterly reports.
8.Assist staff with supervision of the service population during recreational activities.
9.Supervise direct care staff during off-campus recreational outings.
10.Use appropriate and positive child management techniques including verbal redirection, de-escalation, and physical containment.
11.Survey service population quarterly to determine level of satisfaction and ways to improve this service, implements appropriate suggestions.
12.Participate in scheduled meetings, team decisions and operations.
13.Participate in workshops, seminars, education programs and activities that promote professional growth and development.
14.Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed or requested by position supervisor.
15.Implement Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff, in case of an emergency.
16.Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the service population and program operations.
17.Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in Compass Connections employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, the service population, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times.
 

Other Responsibilities:
1.Plan, schedule and coordinate recreational opportunities for the service population.
2.Maintain a safe and orderly environment for the service while they are engaged in activities under the direction of this position.
3.Frequently traverse from one location to another.
4.Meet all deadlines required by program supervisor and federal partners.
 

Requirements:
1.Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
2.Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
3.Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
4.Demonstrate the ability to:
a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
b. Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals.
c. Provide crisis intervention according to training provided by Compass Connections when needed to maintain a safe environment.
d. Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times.
e. Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position.
f. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
5.Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures.
 

If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!

EEO Statement

In accordance with Title VII  of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.