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The Salvation Army Northwest Division Youth Center Program Assistant in Spokane, Washington

Description 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 to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: High school diploma/G.E.D; Early Childhood Education college degree/credits preferred Childcare experience preferred Able to use general office and recreational equipment KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Demonstrated ability to work with children in a team environment Effective communication skills, both verbal and written Competent use of computers, word-processing, spreadsheets, and the internet Current CPR and First Aid Certification, or able to acquire Pass a Criminal Background check Pass an MVR check and Drive TSA vehicles to transport children ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Supervise children and activities as assigned Provides leadership for recreational activities as assigned Assists Youth Center children with completion of school work/tutoring needs Enforces facility safety rules, regulations and procedures Assists in Youth Center/After-School program planning Participates in staff training and Staff development programs Works with staff/volunteers to foster positive attitudes, life skills development, Christian values, and service to others Ensures safe participation of members, guests, and staff in center activities and programs, adhering to safety policies and procedures Works with center staff to monitor and maintain facility security Assists with care and maintenance of the facility; cleaning and organizing areas of the building and equipment as assigned by supervisors Complete Protect The Mission (PTM) training/maintain PTM standards with children/staff Assist with Youth Center After-School Programming, Assist with Corps Family Night Programs (Troops, Music Program, etc.) Available to work nights and weekends Perform other duties as assigned PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis Grasp, push, and/or pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, carts, doors Reach and work over head Operate a telephone Operate a desktop computer; general office automation equipment Access and produce information from a compute Understand written information Operate recreational equipment Lift up to 25 lbs on a regular basis Sweep, clean, shovel snow, mop; perform other janitorial/outdoor maintenance tasks as needed Possess hearing and visual acuity within normal ranges Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is a reasonable and no undue hardship would result. SUPERVISOR: Youth Center Ministry Leader/Camp Director, Corps Officers A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance. Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered. Life and Voluntary Options. An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available. Retirement Plans: Employer

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