Program Supervisor Jobs in Texas
Program Supervisor jobs in Texas are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in health and human services, workforce development, and public sector administration at levels from entry-level coordinator through senior program manager. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin lead the market, anchored by employers like the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Dell Technologies, and Lockheed Martin. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are behavioral health program oversight, federally funded community services, and education and workforce training coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Description
Department History Overview
Harris County Resources for Children and Adults was founded in 1966 as the Harris County Child Welfare Board to provide support services for children taken under the wing of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Fifty years later, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults still provides this support. But the now-county department has expanded services for early prevention, intervention, and adult services.
Vision:
To better the lives of children and adults in Harris County.
Brief Position Overview:
Under the supervision of the Project/Program Manager, this position provides direction and supervision to youth workers to ensure the safety, security and compliance of the youth of Harris County Resources for Children and Adults (HCRCA) Harris County Youth Shelter.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for work rules and performance standards, conducts or oversees staff conferences, annual performance evaluations of five youth workers.
- Provides leadership and manages shift team to ensure the safety of individuals in the shelter (makes assignments, provides on the job training, mentors staff, and provides oversight of shelter activities).
- Completes and approves all intake screenings; conducts and completes intake paperwork for new admissions and completes discharge paperwork.
- Keeps appropriate case records including completion of weekly plan updates for youth assigned to their group.
- Responsible for overall safety and health of the youth and physical area.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s degree majoring in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or Criminal Justice from an accredited college or university
Experience:
- Minimum three (3) years full-time paid work experience working with youth in a youth-service agency, short- or long-term residential care for youth, juvenile justice or in a social services setting.
- Two (2) years of supervisory experience in a Social Services setting.
- Training and experience using a personal computer with a variety of software such as Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Case Management Software
Licensure:
- Reliable transportation with a valid Texas driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
- Licensed as a Child Care Administrator or successfully complete the Child Care Administrator licensure within one year of hire and maintain thereafter.
- Required to complete Crisis Prevention Intervention, First Aid and CPR training within 90 days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices, including program planning and contract requirements.
- Knowledge of protective services, child and family development, child management, family systems, and community resources, budgeting, direction, coordination, and evaluation.
- Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of case management and administration, case management documentation.
- Knowledge of county, state, and federal laws, Texas Family Code, statutes, rules, ordinances, and regulations governing children.
- Skill in emphasizing, valuing, and dealing successfully with the special capabilities, distinctive cultural histories, and unique needs of people of various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
- Must have good written and oral communication skills.
- Be self-discipline and dependable.
- Meets deadlines to complete projects and assignments.
- Multitask and work independently.
- Maintains the highest standards of ethical behavior, exercising honesty and integrity, respect, confidentiality, and fairness in the execution of their official responsibilities.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-time | Regular
Tuesday-Saturday | 7am - 3pm (Off Sunday & Monday)
Salary/Location:
Based on 26 Pay Periods
Plus, Mileage Reimbursement
6300 Chimney Rock Rd., Houston, TX 77081 (Harris County Youth Shelter)
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Wellness Plan
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
- Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
- One (1) floating holiday per year
- Paid Parental Leave
- Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Benefit
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
- Professional learning & development opportunities
- Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
- Flexible work schedule
Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
Position Description
Department History Overview
Harris County Resources for Children and Adults was founded in 1966 as the Harris County Child Welfare Board to provide support services for children taken under the wing of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Fifty years later, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults still provides this support. But the now-county department has expanded services for early prevention, intervention, and adult services.
Vision:
To better the lives of children and adults in Harris County.
Brief Position Overview:
Under the supervision of the Project/Program Manager, this position provides direction and supervision to youth workers to ensure the safety, security and compliance of the youth of Harris County Resources for Children and Adults (HCRCA) Harris County Youth Shelter.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for work rules and performance standards, conducts or oversees staff conferences, annual performance evaluations of five youth workers.
- Provides leadership and manages shift team to ensure the safety of individuals in the shelter (makes assignments, provides on the job training, mentors staff, and provides oversight of shelter activities).
- Completes and approves all intake screenings; conducts and completes intake paperwork for new admissions and completes discharge paperwork.
- Keeps appropriate case records including completion of weekly plan updates for youth assigned to their group.
- Responsible for overall safety and health of the youth and physical area.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s degree majoring in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or Criminal Justice from an accredited college or university
Experience:
- Minimum three (3) years full-time paid work experience working with youth in a youth-service agency, short- or long-term residential care for youth, juvenile justice or in a social services setting.
- Two (2) years of supervisory experience in a Social Services setting.
- Training and experience using a personal computer with a variety of software such as Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Case Management Software
Licensure:
- Reliable transportation with a valid Texas driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
- Licensed as a Child Care Administrator or successfully complete the Child Care Administrator licensure within one year of hire and maintain thereafter.
- Required to complete Crisis Prevention Intervention, First Aid and CPR training within 90 days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices, including program planning and contract requirements.
- Knowledge of protective services, child and family development, child management, family systems, and community resources, budgeting, direction, coordination, and evaluation.
- Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of case management and administration, case management documentation.
- Knowledge of county, state, and federal laws, Texas Family Code, statutes, rules, ordinances, and regulations governing children.
- Skill in emphasizing, valuing, and dealing successfully with the special capabilities, distinctive cultural histories, and unique needs of people of various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
- Must have good written and oral communication skills.
- Be self-discipline and dependable.
- Meets deadlines to complete projects and assignments.
- Multitask and work independently.
- Maintains the highest standards of ethical behavior, exercising honesty and integrity, respect, confidentiality, and fairness in the execution of their official responsibilities.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-time | Regular
Tuesday-Saturday | 7am - 3pm (Off Sunday & Monday)
Salary/Location:
Based on 26 Pay Periods
Plus, Mileage Reimbursement
6300 Chimney Rock Rd., Houston, TX 77081 (Harris County Youth Shelter)
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Wellness Plan
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
- Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
- One (1) floating holiday per year
- Paid Parental Leave
- Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Benefit
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
- Professional learning & development opportunities
- Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
- Flexible work schedule
Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
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Program Supervisor Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Celestica4
- GXO Logistics4
- McDonald's4
- Alliance Technical3
- BD3
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- Manufacturing27
- Consulting & Professional Services18
- Food & Beverage18
- Energy17
- Distribution & Wholesale10
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program supervisor jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, public administration, or a closely related field
- Minimum two to four years of supervisory or program management experience required
- Familiarity with Texas Health and Human Services Commission compliance standards and reporting
- Experience managing grant-funded or government-contracted programs in Texas preferred
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate cross-agency service delivery
- Proficiency in program data tracking systems and outcomes reporting tools
Program Supervisor Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a program supervisor in Texas?
Most program supervisor roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in social work, public administration, education, or a related field, with some positions requiring a master's degree. In behavioral health or social services, a Texas-issued Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor credential from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors strengthens candidacy significantly. Employers typically expect several years of direct service or program coordination experience before promoting into supervisory roles.
Which companies hire program supervisors in Texas?
Employers hiring program supervisors in Texas right now include Celestica, GXO Logistics, and McDonald's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large government-funded service infrastructure, including Health and Human Services agencies and federally contracted workforce programs, makes the state one of the most active markets for this role nationwide.
Which Texas cities have the most program supervisor jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most program supervisor openings in Texas. Houston's concentration of nonprofits, health systems, and federally funded community services drives the largest share of postings, while Dallas-Fort Worth's density of corporate headquarters and government contractors and Austin's growth in public sector and tech-adjacent administration account for strong demand in those metros as well.
Are there remote program supervisor jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since program supervisors often need to be present with staff and clients. About 3% of program supervisor openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with hybrid arrangements more common than fully remote. Roles focused on data oversight, grant compliance, or training coordination tend to offer the most location flexibility.
How can I get hired as a program supervisor in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a program coordinator or case manager role first, then building toward supervisory responsibility. Large Texas employers like the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and nonprofit networks such as Catholic Charities of Texas regularly post associate-level program roles that serve as direct pipelines into supervision. Earning a Texas-recognized credential in social work or counseling and volunteering to lead small project teams accelerates that transition meaningfully.
Where can I find and apply to program supervisor jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to program supervisor jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and target area, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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