Youth Development Coordinator (7557)

The Salvation Army•Memphis, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, and overseeing the day-to-day operations and activities in the Youth Development Department, Summer, Spring and Fall Camp, as well as performing necessary administrative duties. The role involves providing reinforcement of training and general leadership during assigned shifts, ensuring Youth Development Operations are in compliance with established departmental policies and procedures. Under the direction and supervision of the Youth Development Director, this position will monitor childcare coordinators and tutors, as well as all individuals interacting with participants in the Youth Development Department. Key responsibilities include ensuring the safety of children and youth, preventing accidents, and enforcing all Safe From Harm regulations. The Youth Development Coordinator will also be responsible for planning schedules for all Youth Development staff, providing exceptional services, and ensuring the safe and secure day-to-day operations of the Purdue Center of Hope Youth Development Department.

Requirements

Minimum Associate’s Degree in Education or related field
Minimum 2 years’ experience working with child development programs in a church or preschool or experience working with youth programs
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Valid State Driver License
CPR and First Aid Certification
Ability to meet attendance requirements
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language
Ability to observe children and youth and ensure their safety
Ability to lift, hold, and carry toddlers on a regular basis
Ability to plan work priorities, evaluate work performances and provide recommendations for improving productivity and efficiency of work

Nice To Haves

Safe From Harm Certification as directed by supervisor

Responsibilities

Develops and implements plans which are age-group program specific
Monitors youth academic progress
Monitors IEPs
Develops positive relationships with external partners that impact Purdue Center children
Helps implement the plans set forth by the Youth Development Director in accordance with Salvation Army Policies and Procedures
Assists in the selection, acquisition, development, training, maintenance and support of the Youth Development Department to support the Salvation Army and Purdue Center of Hope mission and vision
Provides opportunities for physical and mental stimulation through both inside and outside learning activities and Therapeutic Group Activities
Coordinates the transporting of children and youth within the Purdue Center of Hope
Ensures the safety and protection of children and youth at all times
Assists in the planning, development, and overseeing the day to day operations and activities in the Youth Development Department, Summer, Spring and Fall Camp
Performs any necessary administrative duties
Provides reinforcement of training and general leadership during assigned shifts
Ensures Youth Development Operations are in compliance with established departmental policies and procedures
Monitors childcare coordinator and tutors
Monitors all individuals interacting with participants in Youth Development Department
Ensures safety of children and youth
Prevents accidents
Enforces all Safe From Harm regulations
Plans out schedules for all Youth Development staff
Provides exceptional services
Ensures the safe and secure day-to-day operations of the Purdue Center of Hope Youth Development Department