Program Aide

Responsibilities

• Aid in the administrative components of the Youth Center, including routine typing, filing, transcribing, and preparing materials.
• Assist the Youth Director with program duties, such as supervising after-school children, completing homework assignments, tutoring, crafts, and computer stations.
• Help with room preparations, scheduling activities, meal preparation, and clean-up, as well as recreation activities.
• Safeguard the safety and well-being of students by learning their needs, helping them achieve personal goals, and following Safe from Harm Guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A passion for The Salvation Army's mission and ability to communicate it effectively.
• One to two years of experience working with youth.
• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Proficiency in computer software applications, including email, MS Office, and Internet/Social Media platforms.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people and follow Safe from Harm Certification.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Skills

• Able to give clear and respectful direction and guidance to children.
• Able to receive and follow verbal and written instructions from supervisors.
• Able to complete basic attendance reports and maintain participant records.
• Able to work with people from diverse backgrounds in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner.
• Able to initiate, develop, and follow through with new and current programs.

Benefits

• Flexible part-time, non-exempt schedule.
• Work environment includes indoor and occasional outdoor activities.
• Physical demands include participation in various physical activities, frequent walking, reaching, lifting up to 30 pounds, and exposure to weather conditions.