OVERVIEW:

The primary function of this position is to supervise both large and small groups of students in a variety of youth-focused programming. The program aide will supervise and lead activities for all activities in the teen drop-in center.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will be responsible for leading assigned groups of students through daily activities, distance learning, and recreational activities
• Will adhere to and implement discipline procedures created for children and staff
• Will communicate any student, parent, or staff issues with the Supervisor/Coordinator immediately
• Will keep student and staff issues confidential
• Ensure each program area used by groups is properly cleaned before they move on to the next activity
• Maintain an accurate head count of the assigned group at all times
• Facilitate day check-in and out procedures according to protocol
• Maintain a safe working environment: report all facility defects/problems to Supervisor
• Enforce all rules that pertain to the specific program and facility on a consistent basis
• Assist in emergencies or treatment of injured participants or staff
• Assist in the development of lesson plans for middle school & high school programs
• Assist in any support roles for the teen drop-in center
• Other related duties as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Classwork in education, childhood development, or related field (Preferred)
• High School diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Experience working with teens and children
• CPR/First Aid certification or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Valid Food Handlers Card or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Effective verbal and written communications
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to multi-task
• Able to work with limited supervision
• Detail oriented

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software

ADA Statement:

Qualified 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 if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:

Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army's religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.

At-Will:

Any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at-will" nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.