Red Shield Youth Center Program Manager
About The Position
The Program Manager plans and directs center-wide program services at a Red Shield Youth Center, providing broad oversight of program activities and daily operations. The role includes developing programs, training and supervising staff and volunteers, and performing administrative duties that support operations. The Program Manager ensures programs are safe and measurably support positive youth outcomes, and may transport youth center members and staff to and from the center and approved activities and events. The position supports The Salvation Army’s ministry advancement by collaborating with Salvation Army Officers to foster an engaging, enriching, and empowering environment where youth develop Christ-like character and prepare to become future leaders. The role also works with the RSYC Director on program planning, staff training, evaluation, budgeting, recordkeeping, and program supplies and equipment. Work takes place in a youth center and community settings, including facilities similar to recreational facilities or community centers. The environment is usually moderately noisy and can sometimes be loud. Work sites may be in low-income areas and challenging neighborhoods. The position involves occasional work with upset parents or guardians and occasional-to-frequent interactions with upset external partners or community members. Exposure to emotional outbursts and illness may occur.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and two years of work experience planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid state driver’s license.
- Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
- Ability to perform regular physical activities including standing, walking, bending, squatting, climbing, reaching, pushing, pulling, and hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to lift, or obtain assistance lifting, program equipment weighing 30–60 pounds while following appropriate safety precautions.
- Ability to communicate orally with others accurately and clearly.
Responsibilities
- Plan and supervise the administration and analysis of center-wide program curriculum and activities aligned with The Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Centers Youth Development Strategy.
- Ensure programs are safe, drive positive outcomes, respond to youth needs, and have objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.
- Meet regularly with the RSYC Director to identify program and training needs.
- Collaborate with the RSYC Director to coordinate ongoing staff onboarding and training.
- Participate in developing, implementing, and monitoring the center’s annual budget, and ensure programs and activities operate within established budget guidelines.
- Monitor and ensure accurate recordkeeping and reporting of activities and events, daily participation figures, achievements, and problems or issues.
- Collaborate with the RSYC Director to review and update program supplies, equipment, and curriculum.
- Plan, develop, train, and provide daily supervision of program operations, volunteers, and staff.
- May transport youth center members and staff to and from the center and approved activities and events.
- Collaborate with Salvation Army Officers to support ministry advancement and an engaging, enriching, and empowering environment for youth.
Benefits
- Holiday and paid time off
- Health insurance
- Vision and dental discounts
- Supplemental insurance available
- Voluntary life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
