Part-Time Community Center Ministries Aide (Eagle Creek)

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

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.

Starting Pay: $17.00

Job Description:

As the Community Center Ministries Aide, support the Youth Ministries
Coordinator and Community Center Ministries Coordinator to provide activities primarily
for youth and seniors that encourage physical fitness, STEM engagement, personal
development and spiritual growth, ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

• Assist in coordinating games and activities in conjunction with program directors or Commanding Officers
• Oversee care of youth who attend The Salvation Army Programs or events.
• Provide supervision, direction, and communication to program volunteers.
• Maintain order and discipline in assigned areas according to program guidelines
• Lead programs in some cases; in others, for example, when we have a leader
  from an outside organization, provide additional adult supervision, and ensure
  The Salvation Army policies are observed.
• Clean and properly close designated areas before the conclusion of each shift.
• Maintain daily sign-in/out records and statistical data for all programs while
• Train participants in proper care and use of games and equipment.
• Provide prayer and Bible devotional before each community center ministry such
  as archery, dance, futsal, and others
• Serve as a leader for THRIVE Youth Programs and provide spiritual support for
  those programs and participants.
• Engage with participants to provide encouragement and advice from a Biblical
  worldview perspective
• Take advantage of opportunities to pray with community center ministries
  participants and encourage them to be persons of prayer
• Serve on staff for Summer Day Camp
• Communicate expectations (for example: times, equipment usage, clean up) to each
  group using our facility.
• Complete security check and lock up at the conclusions of programs.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with The Salvation Army's "Safe From Harm"
• Assist in monitoring community population for changes in demographics,
  interests and needs as it relates to Corps program growth and sustainability.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a
  manner that fosters good relationships with community members, co-workers
  and supervisors. This includes but is not limited to such actions as: conflict
  management; courteous treatment of staff, visitor and community members.
  respect of property and persons; appropriate communication to and about
  community members, co-workers and supervisors.
• Potential, if desired, for a temporary increase in hours during the Christmas season
  in support of the Red Kettle Campaign.
• All other duties as assigned

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Experience working with youth. Experience with diverse ethnic populations
preferred.
Certifications: Must have reliable transportation. A valid driver's license preferred. Must
complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment
Skills/Abilities:
* Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective
communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele. Fluency in a
second language is preferred.
* Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic
reporting systems required

Supervisory Responsibility: No supervisory responsibilities

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation
may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Requirements Include:
* Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
* Lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
* May require bending, squatting, walking
* May require standing for extended periods

Travel: Additional training opportunities and requirements may periodically become available, occasionally necessitating travel (provided by TSA).

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a hectic environment. Locations is primarily indoors but may include outdoors activities. Most work will be required in the evenings, with potential weekend requirements.

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.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.