Community Program Aide-Eastside Corp

Job Objective: To assist in the development and implementation of community outreach programs, children's programs, and facility operations

Essential Functions:

• Assist in the implementation and facilitation of community programs
• Assist with the implementation of summer day camps
• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and snacks
• Assist with Harvester deliveries
• Perform Christmas duties as assigned
• Participate in youth leadership training and mentorship activities
• Maintain facility cleanliness and perform other general facility upkeep duties

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience: Minimum one year working with people of all ages and backgrounds in a structured program setting

Certifications/Licenses: None

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to relate to children and adults and exhibit a positive leadership example
• Ability to participate in physical recreation activities
• Ability to work independently and on a set schedule
• Ability to perform duties reliable and timely
• Ability to handle emergency situations in a calm and professional manner

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Physical Requirements: Include actively participating in activities with children, standing for long periods of time; walking, running, bending, reaching; lifting up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Travel: None

Driving: Driving is required. This position requires a valid driver's license from the state in which the employee resides. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.

Working Conditions: The work environment for this position includes office setting, gymnasium and outdoor environment.

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 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.

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.