After School Care Worker

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory • York, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The After School Care Worker provides direct assistance with learning programs and homework for York City students. The worker plans, prepares, and implements daily programming, which varies from day to day and may include Salvation Army programs such as Adventure Corps for boys, Girl Guards for older girls, and Sunbeams for younger girls. The position is based in York, Pennsylvania, and is scheduled Tuesday through Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., for up to 25 hours per week. The position is available immediately and is paid at $13.00 per hour.

The worker supervises children and supports their safety, learning, behavior, and daily routines. Duties also include helping prepare snacks, maintaining and cleaning program spaces, and participating in required training and professional development. The position reports to the After School Care Director and Day Camp Director, and the Assistant After School Care Director.

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 skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Flexibility.
• Basic technology skills.
• As a mandated reporter, provide proof of completing child abuse recognition and reporting training meeting PA Act 153 of 2014 standards, with recurrent training every five years thereafter.
• Meet PA Act 153 child protection clearance requirements, including PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check.
• Understand and support The Salvation Army's mission.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement daily programs, varying activities from day to day.
• Work with Salvation Army programs including Adventure Corps, Girl Guards, and Sunbeams.
• Walk children to the Learning Center when required.
• Supervise children and ensure their safety and well-being at all times.
• Keep assigned program participants in sight and within earshot, and follow policies concerning children, breaks, bathroom use, and movement between rooms.
• Manage student behavior according to program policy using a positive, encouraging, and compassionate attitude.
• Maintain open communication with supervisory staff and program staff.
• Remain alert to the needs and problems of children as individuals and as a group.
• Maintain clean and organized rooms used by the After School Care program.
• Clean all rooms and the gym used by the program at the end of the day, including daily vacuuming and trash removal.
• Assist with daily tasks such as snack preparation and cleanup, and encourage children by example to clean their areas after eating.
• Help keep ServSafe up to date.
• 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