The Salvation Army

Position Description

Springfield, IL

After School Counselor - $16 per hour/15 hours per week.

Job Summary:

Counselors will guide a group of students through the daily activity schedule. They will lead group enrichment activities, and assist with homework, tutoring, and STEAM activities.

Reports To: Youth Program Director

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a passion for fulfilling the mission of The Salvation Army and must be articulate in presenting the same to others.

Candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background inquiry and annual motor vehicle check with a valid driver's license. CPR/First Aid certification will be required for all and may be provided if necessary.

Individual must be at least 18 years old and have specific knowledge and work experience related to child development and programming for middle school youth with preferred experience with STEAM programming.

Education:

• Associate degree in area of education, child development, or related field or equivalent work experience with youth activity and programming. Significant experience will be considered in lieu of.

Skills:

• Ability to efficiently and effectively manage people and projects successfully.
• Team player, self-starter, and perform well with minimal supervision.
• Must have an interest and ability to work with people of diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience or capacity to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and work as a cooperative team member.
• Proficiency in computer software applications, including demonstrated experience in using email, MS Office applications, Internet and Social Media platforms.

The Salvation Army Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of Christ. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist the Youth Program Director and Activities Specialist in the overall operation of the daily After School program. This may include:

• Facilitate Mission: Literacy, the Salvation Army's literacy program for elementary school readers.
• Tutor students in core academic areas.
• Provide homework support for students.
• Supervise youth in all activities, field trips, and special events.
• Lead and/or coordinate tutorials
• Lead and/or coordinate recreational activities.
• Assist in after school STEAM activities.

• Chaperone field trips and special events.
• Participate in activities with children inside and outside.
• Help with meals and snacks, as needed.
• Keep accurate records for statistics and licensing procedures.
• Optional: Drive the transit vehicle (must complete requirements for MVR and must be at least 21 years old).
• Attend weekly staff meetings and required trainings.
• Sign children in and out for the day.
• Help maintain cleanliness of day camp areas, enlisting help of other staff.
• Communicate any concerns with the Youth Program Director or Activities Specialist
• Understand and adhere to Safe from Harm policies.

• Maintain positive work atmosphere through appropriate conflict management, courteous demeanor, and professional and appropriate communication practices.
• Maintain compliance in The Salvation Army's "Safe from Harm" Certification and Harassment Prevention Training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned as related to youth programming.

Travel may be required.

Position Ranking:

• Regular, Part Time, Non-Exempt

Physical Demands/ Work Environment:

This position is required to have the ability to keep up with the activities of the youth that are involved. In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position the individual must be able to engage in the daily activities and sports provided by the after-school program. The vision requirements include needing to be able to see the children in whatever activity may be going on. The work environment for this position includes indoor/ outdoor activities, both in and out of town with an often-loud noise level. Individual must be able to frequently lift to twenty-five pounds and occasionally up to fifty pounds.

In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the individual is regularly required to talk and listen, stand, walk, sit and use hands. The use of Office and Computer Equipment is necessary. Vision abilities will require close vision. Work may be performed indoors and occasionally require outdoors to attend meetings.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.