Male Leadership Coach

Lockhart High School

Lockhart, Texas

Male Student Achievement Program

Are you passionate about working for an organization that serves to empower and uplift students through the education system by removing barriers and helping students realize their fullest potential? Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. We achieve our mission by hiring bright, creative, and innovative team members who demonstrate a passion for what they do.

If this is you, are you All In For Kids?

For 40 years, Communities In Schools has been helping students achieve in school, graduate, and go on to bright futures. The CIS Male Student Achievement Program (MSAP) is a transformative leadership and peer support program for young men who are at high risk of dropping out of high school. MSAP identifies male-identifying students who have poor attendance, are at risk or are already involved with the juvenile justice system and are on the path to dropping out and cultivates a “positive brotherhood” to empower students with the support and skills to reduce or stop risky behaviors and make positive, informed choices about their relationships, physical health, and future.

MSAP offers curriculum-based, experiential group activities grounded in the leading adolescent development research. The pillars of the MSAP are critical mentoring, leadership development, developing a positive view of male masculinity, social emotional learning, academic coaching, and post-secondary access. The program works by developing a close relationship with a skilled caring adult, creating a community of accountability among the young men, expanding horizons through enrichment experiences and exposure to college and career opportunities in Central Texas, and creating leadership opportunities and a chance for students to give back to the community.

CIS of Central Texas is currently seeking a full-time Male Leadership Coach in Lockhart High School - Lockhart ISD, Lockhart, TX., to support young men who are struggling with unmet basic needs and lack of positive male role models. The Male Leadership Coach provides on going case management services that include individualized supports, crisis intervention, psycho-educational groups, basic needs assistance, academic support, home visits, parent engagement activities, and assistance identifying and accessing community resources. In addition to these services, the MSAP Coach will support participants to examine both individual interpersonal identity development, explore their own identities and strengths and learn and practice leadership skills throughout the year, culminating in a service project they have organized. The MSAP Coach will also provide support for goal-setting and future planning through career exploration activities, enrichment opportunities, college visits, and development of post-graduation plan. The Male Leadership Coaches must demonstrate growth mindset; share lessons learned and new innovations with teammates; hold self and team members accountable for project success and operate with a family- and child-first mindset.

This is a campus-based position and working hours may fall outside of typical work hours. Occasional evening and weekend work is expected.

Who we are:

Rooted in community for over 40 years, Communities In Schools of Central Texas is a sophisticated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Austin, Texas. Communities In Schools (CIS) is a national organization that ensures every student, regardless of race, gender, ability, zip code, or socioeconomic background has what they need to realize their full potential in school and beyond.

We are in strong financial health with six months of reserves and a long history of clean audits.

This is an exciting time to join Communities In Schools. In Fall 2024, we will move into our new 30,000 sq ft headquarters, funded through contributions and New Market Tax Credits.

Who you are:

First and foremost, we are looking for amazing people who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission, and are highly motivated to change children's lives through education. We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You will be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, and the people around you to the next level.

What we offer:

CIS offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position. The starting salary range for this position is $3,550/mo. Salaries are determined by qualifications and relevant experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and midpoint depending on experience and in alignment with internal equity.

Some of our benefits:

• Generous time off includes 4+ weeks of holiday, 3 weeks of summer break and 2 weeks of vacation time
• Three (3) Personal Days
• Twelve (12) Sick Leave Days
• CIS pays for 100% of the employee premium for the base medical insurance plan and we provide subsidy to support coverage for spouse/domestic partner and children
• Dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options
• Professional development
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• We offer an inclusive environment where staff are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work every day

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working directly with boys and young men of color, preferably in a school-based setting
• Demonstrated group facilitation skills
• Demonstrated cultural acumen including the ability to engage with and support a diverse community
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive and productive relationships to effectively collaborate with CIS staff, school personnel and community partners
• Highly self-motivated and able to work both autonomously and collaboratively
• Demonstrated ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on strength-based leadership
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Access to reliable transportation
• Ability to work evenings and weekends when necessary
• Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, counseling/guidance, or related field is preferred, or the equivalent of relevant experience and training
• Demonstrated English/Spanish speaking skills is preferred
• Lived experience as a Black or LatinX male is preferred

What you’ll do:

• Plan, coordinate and facilitate MSAP curriculum in groups to eligible male-identifying students on designated campuses
• Promote the MSAP program to appropriate target groups
• Provide assessments, referrals and case management services in close consultation with the CIS campus Program Manager and Higher Education Coach
• Provide individual supportive guidance and crisis response as appropriate
• Plan and facilitate opportunities for students to participate in leadership workshops, services learning projects, enrichment and career exploration opportunities, and college campus visits
• Plan, coordinate and lead campus and community service-learning projects such as Live In Peace Week activities
• Support end-of-year celebrations such as National Decision Day when seniors share their college plans with classmates and families and celebrate their decision to continue their education
• Timely and accurate completion of case management documentation requirements, including writing detailed case notes, entering data into a database system, and navigating technology tools used for digital case management
• Prepare and submit regular and timely reports as required
• Maintain a positive relationship with CIS staff and campus personnel
• Participate in the CIS approach to service delivery and problem solving
• Promote and maintain CIS culture, values, and systems
• Perform other activities and duties as directed by the MSAP Program Director or Sr. Program Director for College, Career and Military Readiness

Reporting Structure: This position is supervised by the Program Director for Male Student Achievement Programs

Worksite: CIS Administrative office and campus site. Occasional travel between events and the administrative office and or campus may take place.

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Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is an equal-opportunity employer.