Youth Development Professional (4579)
About The Position
The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for a RSYC Youth Development Professional. Under the general supervision of the Corps Officer and the RSYC Director, qualified candidates will: Assist in planning and leading center members and activities provided within a specific program area and support the priority outcomes of the program. May assist in special programs and/or events and/or participate in the implementation of other activities as necessary. Be responsible for safely transporting center members and staff to or from school, activities or programs as approved by the Director of Program Services or Site Director, and is responsible for the proper reporting of maintenance, cleanliness, and safety needs of the assigned vehicle. Participate in the Salvation Army’s ministry advancement by collaborating with the Salvation Army Officers to ensure RSYC provides an engaging, enriching and empowering environment where youth develop Christ-like character, preparing them to become tomorrow’s leaders.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Ability to perform a variety of physical activities on a regular basis requiring constant motion (standing, walking, bending, squatting, climbing, reaching, pushing/pulling and hand-eye coordination) necessary to lead and participate in a variety of youth programming and physical activities.
- Ability to lift (or obtain assistance lifting) moderately heavy (30-60 lbs.) program equipment following appropriate safety precautions.
- Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken words, communicating orally with others accurately and clearly.
- Position requires travel within the community and to participate in off-site Center events.
Nice To Haves
- previous work in related field with Children and Youth preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare Youth for Success
- Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes: Promotes and stimulates program participation.
- Assists with the registration of new members and participates in their Center orientation process.
- Provides guidance and role modeling to members.
- Implements and administers programs, services and activities for Center members in an effective manner.
- Monitors and evaluates programs, services, and activities to ensure the safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the branch at all times.
- Prepare periodic activity reports.
- Assists with implementation of outreach efforts to sustain and increase program membership and program participation.
- Assists in maintaining facility and equipment in good working order.
- Assists in maintaining all storage areas keeping them orderly and clean.
- Reports all repairs, maintenance, and janitorial needs to supervisor.
- May participate in special programs and/or events.
- Assists in the conservation of all Salvation Army resources.
- Abides by and enforces all Salvation Army policies and procedures.
- Be willing to assist in any way asked to fulfill the mission of The Salvation Army.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
