Community Programs Assistant — Support & Serve Families

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a Program Assistant to support social services initiatives and supervise community center programs for children and adults. The role helps ensure emotional, physical, and spiritual well‑being through planned activities and supportive staff interaction.

You will assist in implementing community programming, build relationships with participants, and uphold safety and cleanliness standards within the center.

Qualifications

• Minimum education requirement is HS diploma or GED; equivalent training and experience may suffice.
• Experience leading social service programs preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist programming in Community Kitchen, showers, laundry and other services.
• Help build relationships with parents and children participating in programs.
• Enforce facility safety regulations and emergency procedures.
• Maintain order and enforce conduct rules in the Community Center.
• Open and close the community center as needed.
• Safeguard equipment and supplies such as tables, chairs, washer and dryer.
• Perform regular cleaning and facility maintenance during programming.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Experience in leading social service programs

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a Program Assistant to support social services initiatives and supervise community center programs for children and adults. The role helps ensure emotional, physical, and spiritual well‑being through planned activities and supportive staff interaction.

You will assist in implementing community programming, build relationships with participants, and uphold safety and cleanliness standards within the center.