1- Salvation Army Program Site Coordinator/Driver

Job Title

Coordinates the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of specific program(s) for youth between the ages of 6 and 18 within a designated Club or multiple Club Sites. Provides leadership and supervision to assigned program and volunteer staff; and controls expenses as assigned. Plans activities and facilitates programs for groups of youth in assigned specific program areas. (STEM, STEAM, Art, Sports/Athletics, Aquatics, Education). Other duties include writing program reports, supervising youth, and transporting youth in Club vehicles. Builds and maintains a professional relationship with all Club members and their families in order to help advance the mission of The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities:

• Serves as the day-to-day supervisor of all assigned program staff and volunteers; assigns and oversees daily duties of staff; trains and instructs employees in the proper methods and procedures; provides input to performance evaluations; informs BGC Branch Manager of any staff issues requiring attention.
• Opens and closes the Boys and Girls Club in compliance with established operating hours; closes and locks windows and doors, turns off lights before leaving the Club and straightens the areas before leaving each day.
• Provides leadership and constant care for the needs of the children in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner; exhibits control of the children and when needed displays proper discipline techniques.
• During Club hours, assumes role and responsibilities of Boys and Girls Club Branch Manager in his/her absence.
• Ensures that teachers/program aides have lesson plans completed in a timely manner; assists teachers/program aides as they administer activities for school age children; ensures that activities are age appropriate, stimulating, fun and safe for the children; locates supplies for teachers/program aides to decorate rooms with up-to-date themes and seasons; prepares and maintains attractive, entertaining, and educational bulletin boards.
• Participates in the implementation of all activities and programs in the Boys and Girls Club; assists all Club employees and volunteers in maintaining the cleanliness and attractiveness of all facilities, equipment, and grounds.
• Helps to organize special program events or field trips; advertises events appropriately; works in conjunction with appropriate departments for social media updates.
• Implements educational, spiritual, and character-building programming within the structure of the programs set forth by director; provides opportunities for physical and mental stimulation through both inside and outside learning activities.
• Collects all statistical information for all grants, licensing, and Divisional and Territorial in a timely manner as required by the Corps Officers and BGC Branch Manager/Director; prepares and maintains up-to-date records and required reports in a timely manner (attendance, development progress, discipline reports, etc.).
• Builds and maintains effective and positive relationships with parents; informs parents of children's progress and specific incidents.
• Transports patrons and children to and from the Club; observes good driving habits at all times in order to ensure the safety of patrons and The Salvation Army vehicles.
• Plans and coordinates all activities and programs including the youth mentorship, youth tutoring, and summer day camp programs; assists the BGC Branch Manager/Director in meeting the goals of the Club.
• Organizes and supervises field trips; including but not limited to setting up, gathering all supplies for, arranging payment, scheduling staff within ratio, getting directions & communicating them to staff and making sure events are scheduled accordingly.
• Ensure the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis and ensures programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity.
• Provides transportation for children to and from school and Community Center.
• Provides transportation for children to and from afternoon activities including sporting events.
• Provides transportation for children to and from day camp and during day camp trips
• Drives carefully and observes/complies with all traffic signs and road/weather conditions to ensure the safety of passengers.
• Attends and participates in regularly scheduled in-service training sessions.
• Coordinates money paid by program participants with the Receptionist; maintains accurate and complete records of payments.

Qualifications

What we are looking for in you:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, accounting, or social services, AND
• Two (2) years' progressively responsible experience in the management, administration and operation of a Boys & Girls Club, with at least one year as a Program Coordinator I or equivalent, OR
• Three (3) years' experience working in a similar youth serving organization, OR
• Any equivalent combination of education/experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Child Behavior and Development.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of early childhood curriculum development.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of First Aid and C.P.R and ability to ensure the safety of children.
• Ability to teach children Christian values as well as general early childhood education curriculum.
• Ability to plan, develop, and implement effective childhood programs and activities.
• Valid State Driver's License (CDL preferred) and a good driving record
• First Aid and C.P.R. Certification (or ability to obtain)
• BGCA Learning Coach Certification & Tier I Trainer (or ability to obtain)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Manual dexterity. Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) frequently. Duties are usually performed standing and walking and relieved by periods of sitting to perform other duties. Ability to drive a vehicle safely and follow all applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.

Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor recreational environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans and more!