We’re hiring! We’re looking for individuals who are driven by purpose and dedicated to creating safe futures in our community.
At KCWS, you’ll join a supportive team committed to advocacy, empowerment, and lasting change. If you’re ready to use your skills to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
View our current openings below.
Our Residential Specialists ensure the physical safety and emotional well-being of residents while providing crisis intervention and support essential to daily shelter operations. This role helps maintain a safe, calm, and respectful environment for survivors and their families.
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1 year of relevant experience in a trauma-related field
Some college preferred (Social Services, Psychology, Sociology, or related field) or 2 years of relevant experience
Data entry skills required
Valid Driver’s License and proof of insurance
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and flexible schedules
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Coordinate and provide crisis intervention to survivors of domestic abuse residing in the shelter
Provide case management services to an average of 18 residential families and non-residential families as needed
Complete biopsychosocial assessments to help identify each client’s individual needs to support them by providing community resources and referrals
Provide advocacy for clients through problem-solving, safety planning, and education. Familiarity with and/or ability to educate oneself about the various housing programs and other forms of area assistance
Network with other social service providers regarding client support needs and services
Provide legal advocacy on behalf of clients to attorneys, legal aid centers, or other service providers when requested. This may include, but is not limited to, transportation, accompaniment to court proceedings, and logistical assistance
Communicate regularly with clients regarding status verbally and in written form
Participate in weekly staffing, along with regularly updating staff, when appropriate, on clients’ progress and needs
Provide for the accurate, relevant, and timely flow of information among program staff
Responsible for all data collection, data entry, and reporting to contracting agencies, as well as preparation of the monthly board report
Manage and review all client records ensuring that all necessary paperwork follows agency standards and contracting agencies’ requirements
Ensure that all residents are treated in a manner consistent with the agency's mission
Assist in continual evaluation and development of the case management program as necessary and assigned
Participates in shelter and agency staff meetings as required
Responsible for answering the 24-hour crisis line when needed
Responsible for working with staff to coordinate volunteer service and compliance with local, state, and federal standards
Act as a liaison between clients and internal teams to ensure smooth communication and resolution of issues
Assist clients with account setup, maintenance, and inquiries
Prepare reports and presentations on client performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategies and solutions for client needs
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Ability to lift up to 40–70 pounds occasionally
Frequently sit, stand, walk, and climb stairs
Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Maintain professional, business casual appearance
Demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and a non-judgmental attitude
Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
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$19/hour
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Residential Specialist
On-Site | Boerne, TX |
Our Residential Specialists ensure the physical safety and emotional well-being of residents while providing crisis intervention and support essential to daily shelter operations. This role helps maintain a safe, calm, and respectful environment for survivors and their families.
Think you'd be a good match? Click below to learn more.
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1 year of experience in a trauma-related field (required)
Some college preferred (Social Services, Psychology, Sociology, or related field) or 2 years of relevant experience
Strong data entry and organizational skills
Valid Driver’s License and proof of insurance
Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
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By means of active listening, to provide quality telephone crisis intervention in order to determine service eligibility of clients and to assist clients in crisis.
To provide information to callers regarding shelter services, programs, eligibility requirements, etc. in such a way as to educate callers about the services of Kendall County Women’s Shelter.
To screen in-coming calls in order to ensure client confidentiality.
To ensure that in-coming calls are appropriately logged in order to maintain proper and accurate documentation of records.
Arrange and/or provide emergency transportation for eligible callers to access shelter services.
When incoming calls are for staff members, transfer to appropriate staff member or voicemail. Take a separate message for the staff that do not have a voicemail. Including time of call, date, and caller’s name. When possible, try to obtain a brief message as to the nature of the call.
Monitor security system and shelter security on an on-going basis.
Assist Clients with day-to-day living needs.
Provide crisis intervention and peer support to clients as needed.
No sleeping on the job is permitted on any shift.
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Ability to lift 40–70 lbs occasionally
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and stair climbing
Work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
Maintain a professional, business casual appearance
Demonstrate compassion and a non-judgmental approach
Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
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Pay $18 Hourly
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Maintenance Technician
On-Site | Boerne, TX |
Provide general maintenance of KCWS Shelter, Administrative Building and Fabulous Finds Thrift Store and grounds. This is a part-time, non-exempt position. Position is approximately 15-20 hours per week.
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Must be self-motivated, self-confident, results oriented and maintain high moral and ethical standards.
Must be able to lift and carry 100 pounds.
Must have a general knowledge of carpentry, electrical repair, plumbing, and be able to maintain and operate lawn mowers and all other tools used to carry out the functions of the job.
Former HVAC experience preferred. Must be able to work in various environments possibly without air conditioning or heating and with chemicals that may contain unseen hazards.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to read, write and converse in English.
Ability to multitask and remain calm under stress.
Must have emotional and physical stamina to deal with a variety of situations. Must be able to tolerate standing/walking for long periods of time.
Must possess a current Texas driver’s license and have a clean driving record.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
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A. Oversees general upkeep of center vehicle(s).
B. Have vehicle(s) inspected in a timely manner.
C. Maintains grounds to include all mowing, weeding, and general clean-up.
D. Responsible for general maintenance of all buildings, inside and out.
E. Assemble items for offices such as desks, bookshelves, etc.
G. Perform other duties as assigned by team leader and/or agency leadership.
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Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, and ability to see color.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work in high, precarious places; contact with pets; and toxic or caustic chemicals.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
KCWS operates a pet shelter. The employee may be exposed to animals including but not limited to cats and dogs.
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Pay $20 Hourly
Part time, non- Exempt
Production Associate - Fabulous Finds Thrift Store
The Production Associate works closely with the Store Manager and volunteers to support the daily operations of Fabulous Finds Thrift Stores.
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The Production Associate works closely with the Store Manager and volunteers to support the daily operations of the Fabulous Finds Thrift Stores. Available to assist at both store locations. This role ensures the stores operate in compliance with established standards, procedures, and regulations while providing excellent customer service and maintaining an organized, safe, and welcoming retail environment.
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Other duties may be assigned as needed.
• Assist with store opening and closing procedures.
• Provide customer service by assisting shoppers and processing sales using the cash register.
• Collect payments, count change accurately, and issue receipts.
• Prepare and package purchased merchandise.
• Prepare, balance, and secure the daily cash drawer.
• Ensure security and accountability of cash register funds and sales records in accordance with established procedures.
• Receive, sort, process, and price donated items.
• Organize, rotate, stock, and maintain merchandise on shelves and racks, including seasonal displays.
• Assist with scheduling and collection of off-site and on-site donations
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Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 40–50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to move and arrange furniture, fixtures, and merchandise displays.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including sorting, pricing, tagging, and stocking merchandise.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, including exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions while assisting with donations or maintaining outdoor areas.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate a cash register, handle money, and process merchandise.
• Ability to climb stairs and access storage areas, including basements and storage buildings.
• Visual and auditory ability sufficient to safely perform job duties, including interacting with customers, volunteers, and donors.
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Pay $16 Hourly
Full Time
Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
Paid Time Off
Overnight Residential Specialist
On-Site | Boerne, TX | Full-Time