Youth Center Program Assistant
The Youth Center Program Assistant assists in planning, coordinating, and implementing activities within the community center, working directly with children and other staff. Work is performed inside a heated and ventilated facility in an office or recreation area environment. Noise level is medium depending on activities in progress. Exposure to weather is medium to high as children and staff go to the park, attend field trips regardless of weather conditions. Staff are responsible for outdoor gear and should plan each day in accordance with varying weather. Occupational exposure rate is low. Personal protective equipment such as gloves and masks may be required in the course of job performance.
Education and work experience :
- High school diploma or GED required; early childhood education college degree / credits preferred
- Childcare experience preferred
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required :
Demonstrated ability to work with children in a team environmentEffective communication skills, both verbal and writtenCompetent use of computers, word-processing, spreadsheets, and the internetCurrent CPR and First Aid Certification, or able to acquirePass a Criminal Background checkAble to use general office and recreational equipmentEssential duties and responsibilities :
Supervise children and activities as assignedProvides leadership for recreational activities as assignedAssists Youth Center children with completion of schoolwork / tutoring needsEnforces facility safety rules, regulations, and proceduresAssists in Youth Center / After-School program planningParticipates in staff training and staff development programsWorks with staff / volunteers to foster positive attitudes, life skills development, Christian values, and service to othersEnsures safe participation of members, guests, and staff in center activities and programs, adhering to safety policies and proceduresWorks with center staff to monitor and maintain facility securityAssists with care and maintenance of the facility; cleaning and organizing areas of the building and equipment as assigned by supervisorsComplete Protect the Mission (PTM) training / maintain PTM standards with children / staffAssist with Youth Center After-School ProgrammingAssist with Corps Family Night Programs (troops, music program, etc.)Available to work nights and weekendsPerform other duties as assignedPhysical requirements :
Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basisGrasp, push, and / or pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, carts, and doorsReach and work over headOperate a telephoneOperate a desktop computer and general office automation equipmentAccess and produce information from a computerUnderstand written informationOperate recreational equipmentLift up to 25 lbs. on a regular basisSweep, clean, shovel snow, mop, and perform other janitorial / outdoor maintenance tasks as neededPossess hearing and visual acuity within normal rangesQualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship will result.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer : Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled.
