What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Program Aide (9240) position at THE SALVATION ARMY?
Schedule/Hours: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
This position is responsible for:
Serves as the lead worker to Program Aides in the absence of the supervisor; assists in training new staff on applicable policies and procedures; handles emergencies and escalated customer service related issues. Assists with the supervision of children participating in activities provided within the RJKCCC, such as: Education, Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and Physical Education.
Key Responsibilities:
Assists in training employees in the proper policies and procedures related to children’s play care activities.
- Provides constant care for the needs of the children in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner.
- Organizes and implements a range of program services and activities for children; provides periodic activity reports.
- Exhibits control of the children and when needed displays proper discipline techniques; promotes good sportsmanship.
- Supervises and monitors children during recreational and athletic activities; observes, monitors, and supervises children on the playground.
- Participates in staff meetings to maintain awareness of program activities.
- Assists in maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the RJKCCC facilities and grounds.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Ability to meet attendance requirements.
- Ability to read, write and communicate the English language.
- Duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis.
Employee Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings Plan Available
- Health Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance and more!
- High school diploma or G.E.D., AND
- Six months experience working with children in educational, fitness, arts, crafts and other activities in a similar environment, with some supervisory experience preferred OR
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Licenses and Certifications:
- Valid state driver's license
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- Infant/Child CPR Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled
Salary : $14