Program Assistant

Description

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 for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

BASIC PURPOSE

The Santa Rosa Corps seeks to fill an Assistant position at the Senior Activity Center to serve the Silvercrest residents and any Sonoma County senior resident, 55 years of age and older. The Senior Activity Center is a 7,500 square foot, single story, facility containing a kitchen, dining area / large recreation or meeting area, conference or meeting rooms, bathrooms, and Church sanctuary (Chapel).

All programs at the Senior Activity Center are an extension of the Salvation Army's evangelistic purpose as a branch of the Protestant Church and the ultimate goal of all of our programs is the Spiritual Regeneration of all people. Philosophy development comes from The Salvation Army and the Commanding Officer(s) in conjunction with various advisory groups. Policy and procedural changes must have the approval of the Commanding Officer(s).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Keep track of statistics for programs when involved.
• Preparation of weekly program highlights to Senior Activity Center Director.
• Help prepare letters to special interest groups, schools, and Churches about the programs we offer and help develop a brochure and develop information sheets for new programs.
• Assist with changing of monthly bulletin boards.
• Help assist with the development and maintenance of a monthly calendar.

Provide ongoing communication with Senior Activity Center Director so that the following tasks are accomplished :

are followed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :

Salvation Army vehicle

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

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 to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.

Qualifications

Education

High School or Equivalent (required)

Experience

1 years : social service experience (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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