Lead Youth Center Program Assistant

Salvation Army Careers•Spokane, WA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Youth Center Program Assistant assists in planning, coordinating, and implementing activities at a community center, working directly with children and other staff. The role serves as a point of contact for program families and staff, supervises children and activities, supports recreational and educational programming, and helps maintain a safe and orderly facility. The position is based in a heated and ventilated office or recreation-area environment with a medium noise level that varies with activities. Outdoor exposure is medium to high because children and staff may visit parks and take field trips in varying weather; staff should prepare appropriate outdoor gear. Occupational exposure is low, and gloves or masks may be required. The position may involve nights and weekends as needed and may require transportation of youth for program activities. The Salvation Army is an international evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God, and its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination. In the Northwest region, the organization provides food, shelter, and other support to people in need.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Childcare experience.
Knowledge of Salvation Army practices and organization.
Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Valid Washington State driver’s license and successful completion of annual driver safety training; must be at least 21 years of age.
Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to acquire them.
Ability to work with people from all populations, including community groups, participants, and staff, in an affable, concerned, and caring manner.
Knowledge of child and personnel safety assessment, planning, problem solving, and crisis intervention.
Ability to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivation and ability to motivate others.
Detail orientation and ability to multitask.
Energetic, personable, and dependable demeanor.
Competent use of computers, word-processing software, spreadsheets, and the internet.
Ability to use general office and recreational equipment.
Ability to perform the essential duties with or without accommodation.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist intermittently or continuously; grasp, push, and/or pull objects; reach and work overhead; operate a telephone, desktop computer, office automation equipment, and recreational equipment; access and produce computer information; and understand written information.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and perform sweeping, cleaning, snow shoveling, mopping, and other janitorial or outdoor maintenance tasks as needed.
Hearing and visual acuity within normal ranges.
May be required to operate a motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Early childhood education college degree or credits preferred.

Responsibilities

Act as the point of contact for program families and staff.
Ensure all financial transactions are managed through the Finance Manager.
Enforce facility safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
Supervise children and program activities.
Provide leadership for recreational activities.
Assist Youth Center children with schoolwork and tutoring needs.
Assist with Youth Center and after-school program planning.
Participate in staff training and staff development programs.
Work with staff and volunteers to foster positive attitudes, life skills development, Christian values, and service to others.
Ensure safe participation of members, guests, and staff in center activities and programs by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
Work with center staff to monitor and maintain facility security.
Assist with facility care and maintenance, including cleaning and organizing building areas and equipment as assigned by supervisors.
Complete Protect the Mission (PTM) training and ensure PTM standards are maintained with children and staff.
Assist with Corps Family Night programs, including troops and music programs.
Provide transportation for youth center programs as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.