After School Care Worker

The Salvation Army • York, PA

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About The Position

The After School Care Worker provides direct assistance with learning programs and homework for students in York City. The position is based in York, Pennsylvania, and is part-time, Tuesday through Friday, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with up to 25 hours per week. The position reports to the After School Care Director and Day Camp Director, and the Assistant After School Care Director. Pay is $13.00 per hour; the role is classified as Grade 71, non-exempt.

The worker plans, prepares, and implements a daily program that varies from day to day, including Salvation Army programs such as Adventure Corps, Girl Guards, and Sunbeams. The role includes supervising children, supporting their learning and homework, helping with snacks and cleanup, and maintaining clean program spaces. The worker must follow program policies, communicate with supervisory staff, and respond to children's needs and behavior in a positive and compassionate manner.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of experience working with students in a learning environment, and compliance with Pennsylvania child-protection training and clearance requirements. The Salvation Army offers eligible employees paid holidays, vacation and sick time, an employer-funded pension plan after one year of employment, and eligibility for supplemental insurance plans.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience working with students in a learning environment.
• Strong interest in the educational development of children.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong work organization skills.
• Flexibility.
• Basic technology skills.
• As a mandated reporter, proof of completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse that meets PA Act 153 of 2014 training standards; recurrent training is required every five years.
• Required child-protection clearances under PA Act 153: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check.
• Appreciation for and support of The Salvation Army's mission.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement a daily program that varies from day to day.
• Work with Salvation Army programs including Adventure Corps for boys, Girl Guards for older girls, and Sunbeams for younger girls.
• Walk children to the Learning Center when required.
• Supervise children and ensure their safety and well-being; keep assigned participants in sight and within earshot at all times.
• Follow policies regarding children, breaks, bathroom use, and movement between rooms.
• Manage student behavior according to program policy using a positive, encouraging, and compassionate approach.
• Maintain open communication with supervisory staff and program participants.
• Remain alert to children's individual and group needs and problems.
• Keep rooms used by the After School Care program clean and organized.
• Clean the program rooms and gym at the end of the day, including vacuuming and emptying trash daily.
• Assist with snack preparation, cleanup, and maintaining an organized environment.
• Keep ServSafe up to date.
• Encourage children by example to clean their areas after eating.
• Participate in yearly training and professional development opportunities as required by DHS policy.
• Undertake other tasks reasonably expected within the scope of the position.

Benefits

• Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time.
• Employer-funded pension plan, with company contributions beginning after one year of employment.
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans, including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED