Teen Coordinator (8735)

The Salvation Army•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

The Teen Coordinator assists with teen programming that develops communication, decision-making, community service, personal responsibility, and leadership skills. The role recruits teen participants, plans activities, facilitates workshops, and mentors youth. It serves as a liaison with Corps programming staff to align programs with the Salvation Army’s mission and outcomes, and collaborates with Salvation Army Officers to foster an engaging, enriching, and empowering Red Shield Youth Center environment where youth develop Christ-like character and prepare to become leaders. The position manages a comprehensive teen leadership curriculum aligned with Red Shield Youth Center values, including character development, civic engagement, and career exploration. It implements safe, engaging activities for teens with diverse interests and developmental levels; provides academic support in collaboration with the Director of Education; and supports college and career readiness, vocational preparation, and workforce development. The coordinator also develops leadership skills through workshops and mentoring, maintains program goals and data, and helps ensure staff communicate and uphold program standards. The role also supports facility safety and upkeep by enforcing policies, observing youth and addressing unsafe behavior, maintaining clean and functional program areas and equipment, and following emergency procedures. It may involve transporting youth, overseeing or assisting with special events, and consulting with parents. Evening and weekend work may be required as needed to meet center needs.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent in education, recreation, social services, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Two years of experience working with teens, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must be over 21 years old.
Valid state driver’s license.
Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed, and to participate in meetings and respond to phone calls, texts, and emails as needed.

Responsibilities

Manage a comprehensive teen leadership curriculum aligned with Red Shield Youth Center values, including character development, civic engagement, and career exploration.
Implement engaging and safe activities, workshops, and events suited to teens’ interests and developmental levels.
Identify, recruit, interview, and assess potential teen leaders from youth center membership.
Incorporate academic support and tutoring in collaboration with the Director of Education.
Establish program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission, and oversee day-to-day teen program activities.
Collaborate with the Director of Education to support academic skills, college and career readiness, vocational preparation, and workforce development.
Collaborate with the Director of Teen Leadership to review and update program supplies, equipment, and curriculum.
Promote teen conduct, safety, and development, and establish program settings that protect youth health and safety.
Ensure accuracy, integrity, and security of program data and memberships.
Ensure staff understand and communicate program standards, maintain safe and suitable program areas, and keep equipment in good working condition.
Work with the Director of Education to identify student needs and provide targeted academic interventions, mentoring, and counseling services.
Facilitate leadership workshops on topics such as public speaking, conflict resolution, team building, project management, and decision-making.
Mentor and guide teen leaders in their growth and development.
Communicate and enforce policies and standards for upkeep, use, and maintenance of program areas and equipment.
Observe students and work with mentors and staff to address unsafe behaviors, enforce safety rules, and communicate safety guidelines.
Keep program facilities and equipment clean and in good repair, and report needs to the Director of Teen Leadership.
Promote cleanliness in program areas at the beginning and end of programs.
Ensure emergency procedures are followed and take action to prevent accidents.
Safely transport center members and staff as approved, when required, and report maintenance, cleanliness, and safety needs of the assigned vehicle.
Occasionally oversee special programs or events, assist with other activities, and consult with parents about youth and center issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.