What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Center Associate position at THE SALVATION ARMY CENTRAL TERRITORY?
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:
- Assist Youth Director in long range planning regarding curriculum, philosophy, and goals
- Complete monthly, weekly, and daily curriculum plans and communicate plans to Director and other Associates
- Implement curriculum, meeting the emotional, physical, intellectual, social, and spiritual needs of program participants.
- Maintain an environment that helps each child have a positive experience at the Center.
- Treat all children with dignity and respect, allowing for individual differences.
- Provide an atmosphere of acceptance and caring for each child, providing appropriate individual attention. Comfort distress in timely manner.
- Be familiar with and adhere to Youth Center policies, health and safety regulations, and emergency procedures. Possess ability to implement all policies, procedures, and protocols immediately.
- Aid volunteer assistants to maintain a professional attitude toward the program, the children, and the staff. Assist if needed with appropriate communication and curriculum implementation.
- Be an example of professionalism at all times.
- Plan, prepare, and care for the environment in which activities take place.
- Participate in on-going staff training and meetings.
- Maintain close touch with the community and families to foster understanding of the Youth Center program.
- Driving is an essential role of this position.
- All other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience with children in a professional setting preferred.
