Program Aide

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory; Levittown (PA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Pension plan

Health insurance

Short-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Public Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory is seeking a Program Aide for the Levittown Corps to support before- and after-school care for children in grades K–6. You will help supervise, assist with homework, and promote a safe, engaging environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with snacks, keeping areas tidy, and sharing ideas to enhance the program. Duties also cover reporting concerns, supporting the mission, and performing other related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Previous experience working with children helpful.
• Patient and understanding attitude when working with children from various backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the care of each child who is part of our program.
• Assist with homework help and encourage engaging play for those without homework.
• Assist with snacks and clean up; teach children to clean up their space.
• Share creative ideas with staff for program excellence and child benefit.
• Report concerns or medical incidents to supervisor immediately.
• Help children grow and learn while having fun.

Skills

Childcare

Patience

Clearances compliance

Job description

Position: Program Aide

Department: Levittown Corps

Availability of Position: Immediate

Schedule: M- F flexible hours

Reporting Relationship: Childcare Coordinator/Assistant

Salary and Salary Grade: $10.05 per hour; 70

The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

Responsibilities

Description of Position: FUNCTION: Assist with the care of children grade K – 6 in our before & afterschool program. Always providing the safest environment for all children involved.

Duties

• Assist with the care of each child who is part of our program
• Assist with homework help and encourage engaging play for those without homework
• Assist with snacks, clean up of the same, instructing children to clean up their own space
• Share creative ideas with staff for excellence in program and beneficial to children
• Clean up program area as assigned, including after each project and teaching children to do the same
• Report concerns and/or medical incidents to supervisor on staff immediately.
• Help children to grow and learn while having fun
• Support and affirm the Mission of The Salvation Army while on Salvation Army duty
• Other job related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Previous experience working with children helpful
• Patient and understanding attitude working with children from various background
• Child Protection Clearances PA Act 153 requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check.
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.

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.

Requisition No. 2653