Youth Center Associate

Starting pay for this position is $11 / hour

• Summer Hours : Monday - Friday 10 : 30am - 5 : 15pm, through August 15th

Regular Schedule is Monday - Thursday from 2 : 30pm - 7 : 30pm

The Salvation Army Mission : The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Summary / Primary Purpose : The Youth Center Associate supports the work of The Salvation Army's Family Activity center by serving as a positive influence on children, kindergarten - high school senior, through productive interactions, structured programming, games, conversations, academic aid, and athletic pursuits. Associate ensures proper child-to-adult ratios and supervision, keeping environment safe, supportive, and uplifting for all.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Supervisory Responsibilities : N / A

Education and / or Experience : High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience with children in a professional setting preferred.

Qualifications : The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal knowledge, skill, and / or ability required for this position.

Other Qualifications : Must pass all applicable background checks. Must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business. Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire, as established by The Salvation Army.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations : N / A

Physical Requirements : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee may often be required to engage in rigorous activities. Regularly required to walk, stand, kneel, crouch, and frequently lift and carry objects (20 lbs.)

Working Conditions : The work environment is a childcare setting with moderate to loud noise levels, both indoors and outdoors.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.