Afterschool Youth Mentor & Activity Leader

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking an Afterschool Program Counselor for the Kroc Center in South Bend. This part-time role focuses on creating a safe, fun, and welcoming afterschool environment for local children, helping them learn, grow, and feel supported.

You will lead activities, build positive relationships with youth and families, and collaborate with the Education Director to develop engaging daily programming.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Preferred one year of experience working with youth.
• Strong desire and ability to work with children and parents.
• Ability and confidence to assist in teaching a variety of activities.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality as needed.
• Must have a positive attitude toward work, helping others and caring for children.
• Bilingual language skills desirable.
• Must be able to carry up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to bend, squat, twist, and stand as these movements are a regular requirement of this position.

Responsibilities

• Promote the Mission of The Salvation Army.
• Assist in joyfully facilitating all daily camp activities.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations and use appropriate positive discipline consistently.
• Assist in emergencies or treatment of injured participants or staff. Follow up with completion of appropriate paperwork as directed.
• Serve as a positive role model for the youth of the community.
• Display integrity, enthusiasm and sound moral judgment. Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Youth engagement

Relationship building with families

Teaching activities

Confidentiality

Positive attitude

Bilingual desirable

Light lifting (up to 25 lbs)

Physical stamina (bend/squat/stand)

Job description

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking an Afterschool Program Counselor for the Kroc Center in South Bend. This part-time role focuses on creating a safe, fun, and welcoming afterschool environment for local children, helping them learn, grow, and feel supported.

You will lead activities, build positive relationships with youth and families, and collaborate with the Education Director to develop engaging daily programming.