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Join Our Mission to Empower Students
At Communities In Schools of San Antonio, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed. Our team is made up of passionate and dedicated professionals who work inside schools and beyond to help students overcome barriers and stay on the path to graduation for students in San Antonio and the surrounding areas.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking individuals who encompass our core values and are committed to student success. Whether you’re a social worker, counselor, or administrative professional, there’s a place for you at CIS-SA
Passion – someone who is driven to make a positive impact in our community.
Collaboration – someone who can build relationships to create a strong network of support
Compassion – a team member who leads with empathy.
Optimism – is a champion of hope for students.
Adaptability – someone who continuously learns and improves
Explore opportunities at CIS-SA
Site Coordinator
The Site Coordinator coordinates the provision of services within a public-school setting to address campus-wide goals and needs, focusing on students and their families’ facing obstacles to academic and personal success. CIS-SA has an office space on a school campus and partner with the school administration to identify and refer students to the program.
Licensed Counselor/Associate Counselor
The Licensed or Associate Counselor coordinates and provides counseling and social services in a public-school setting to students and their families facing obstacles to academic and personal success. Many of our counselors serve multiple campuses and receive student referrals for counseling services from Site Coordinators and school staff.
AmeriCorps Member
AmeriCorps Members will provide research-based integrated student supports to students at-risk of dropping out of school. Members will be placed directly in a high-need public school under the supervision of an experienced CIS-SA Site Coordinator.
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Why Work With Us?
Health
We offer medical plan options to fit your budget and pay the employee portion of some benefits. New hires are eligible the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment.
- Medical-3 plans to choose from
- Dental/Vision-100% paid by CIS-SA
- $25,000 Life Insurance paid by CIS-SA
- Short-term/Long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Plan
We encourage our employees to start saving for your retirement and there is no waiting period.
- 403b Plan
- Fully vested with no waiting period
- Employer match at 2 years of service up to 3% of salary
Employee Assistance Program
This is a free program that supports our employee’s wellness and well-being.
- Available to employees and household family members
- Confidential counseling, coaching and referral services
- For personal, job or family related problems or stressors
- 3 visits per issue per year
- Paid for by CIS-SA
PTO/Holiday Pay
We offer a generous non-accrual paid time off bank and paid holidays
- Field employees:
- 96 hours/per fiscal year (prorated for new hires)
- Summer break with pay, up to 4 weeks with 6 months tenure
- School District Holiday Pay (student/faculty holidays)
- Central office employees:
- 192 hours/per fiscal year provided to field employees (prorated for new hires)
- School District Holiday Pay (student/faculty holidays)
Training
CIS-SA provides trainings to support employee growth and professional development:
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
- Getting Relationships Right (Developmental Relationships-Search Institute)
- Trust-Based Relational Interventions
- Ethics
- Restorative Practices
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- And many more (this could be a link to the Training page?)
