Summer Camp Youth Development Professional (4382)

THE SALVATION ARMY • Spartanburg, SC

5d • $10 - $10

About The Position

This a seasonal position that will start late May until early August. This position is responsible for: Plans, implements, supervises members and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area. May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participate in the implementation of other unit activities as necessary. In absence of the Program Coordinator; may provide supervision oversight to other Youth Development Professionals to ensure continuity of program services at unit/branch locations. Key Responsibilities: Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes. Promotes and stimulates program participation. Assists with registration of new members and participates in their Centers orientation process. Provides guidance and role modeling to members. Implements and administers programs, services and activities for Centers members in an effective manner. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to deal comfortably with stressful situations and follow emergency procedures. Ability to multi-task, ability to follow instructions and complete tasks in a safe and effective manners. Ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner. Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and time constraints. Ability to meet attendance requirements. Duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing and walking on a frequent change basis. Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor recreational environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, and dirt. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU High School diploma OR G.E.D. AND Previous work in related field with Children and Youth preferred AND Commitment to actively participate in a Professional Development Plan including Level II & Levell III Training which includes completion of 20 Credit Hours of Boys & Girls Club of America Spillett Training. Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clear driving record. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled

Requirements

• High School diploma OR G.E.D.
• Ability to deal comfortably with stressful situations and follow emergency procedures.
• Ability to multi-task, ability to follow instructions and complete tasks in a safe and effective manners.
• Ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and time constraints.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clear driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work in related field with Children and Youth preferred
• Commitment to actively participate in a Professional Development Plan including Level II & Levell III Training which includes completion of 20 Credit Hours of Boys & Girls Club of America Spillett Training.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, supervises members and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area.
• May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participate in the implementation of other unit activities as necessary.
• In absence of the Program Coordinator; may provide supervision oversight to other Youth Development Professionals to ensure continuity of program services at unit/branch locations.
• Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
• Promotes and stimulates program participation.
• Assists with registration of new members and participates in their Centers orientation process.
• Provides guidance and role modeling to members.
• Implements and administers programs, services and activities for Centers members in an effective manner.

What This Job Offers

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