KidSpace Attendant

The Salvation Army; Boston (MA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a KidSpace Attendant to supervise children in a safe and engaging environment. This part-time role involves organizing activities, ensuring safety, and supporting children's needs. Ideal candidates will have experience working with youth and must obtain First Aid & CPR certification within the first month of employment. Join a mission-driven organization committed to making a positive impact.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Employer funded Pension Plan

Eligibility for supplemental insurance

Qualifications

• Must have First Aid & CPR certification within 30 days.
• At least one year of experience working with youth.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision to children through engaging activities.
• Ensure participants' safety and assist with self-care.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Overview

The Salvation Army’s Kroc Center is hiring a KidSpace Attendant and offers the following benefit package to part-time employees:

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment and consistently works 20+ hours/week)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including: Voluntary Term Life & AD&D benefits, AFLAC Insurance
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

Location: 650 Dudley St., Dorchester, MA

Pay Range: $18.00/hr.

The main function of the KidSpace Attendant is to provide short-term supervision to the children of members and program participants through engaging activities and programming.

Education Requirements

• High School or GED

Work Experience

• At least one year of experience working with youth of preschool, elementary or middle school age.
• At least one-year experience working with children in artistic, and/or recreational activities or programs.

Other Qualifications

• Must have or be able to acquire within the first 30 days of employment a First Aid & CPR certification.
• Must have the ability to work and relate well with people.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Must be able to lift and carry 40 lbs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Keep all areas where participants are located in an organized and clean
• Ensure participants safety.
• Assist children with self-care (assisting children in the restrooms) as needed.
• Lead children through interactive and engaging activities during drop-in open programming and structured activities.
• Assist with planning activities and programs for the KidSpace program.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings and management team meetings as required.
• Assist with daily reports (attendance and time log) for the program.
• See that all injuries for those under your program whether employee, volunteer, visitor, or spectator are reported in a timely manner and according to procedure.
• Maintain a safe working environment; report all harmful problems to director supervisor.
• Handle disputes with participants/parents in a professional manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.

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.