Behavioral & Education Support Director

The Behavioral & Education Support Director will oversee the implementation and management of the SMART Grant, ensuring alignment with program goals and compliance requirements. This role includes direct oversight of the Behavioral & Educational Support (BES) Team and coordination with families, school personnel, and community partners to support children with special needs in YWCA childcare programs.

Requirements

• Provide leadership and oversight of the SMART Grant, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, timelines, and reporting.
• Supervise and support the BES Team, including training, consultation, and performance evaluation.
• Provide counseling and support to children and families to address social, emotional, and psychological challenges.
• Review and assess enrollment applications for children with special needs to determine appropriate programming.
• Develop and implement individualized support plans incorporating IEPs and YWCA standards.
• Collaborate with families, school systems, and medical professionals to assess and meet children's needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation, case files, and progress reports for children served under the SMART Grant.
• Coordinate with external agencies and community organizations for referrals and resources.
• Promote and apply social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies across programs.
• Work closely with the Finance department to secure financial resources for the program and assure timely billing for operations.
• Ensure compliance with Texas Department of Human Services Minimum Standards.
• Respond promptly to unexpected behavioral challenges and provide immediate support as needed.
• Apply social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies to promote positive outcomes for children in care.
• Attend YWCAre afterschool programs to observe and support implementation of strategies.
• May represent the YWCA in community groups.
• Prepare reports for CEO and other administrative departments as requested.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement