Program Assistant

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a Program Assistant to support the Director of Social Services or the Community Program Coordinator in delivering community center programs for children and adults, promoting emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.

Responsibilities include assisting with Community Kitchen, showers, and laundry programs; building relationships with participating families; enforcing safety rules; maintaining orderly facilities; and performing

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Experience leading social service programs preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing, conducting and supervising community center programs including Community Kitchen, showers, laundry, and other services.
• Help build relationships with parents and children who participate in these programs.
• Enforce facility safety regulations and emergency procedures.
• Maintain order in the Community Center by enforcing conduct rules and equipment use.
• May be responsible for opening and closing the community center.
• Help safeguard all equipment and supplies including tables, chairs, washer and dryer.
• Perform regular cleaning and maintenance of the facility when used for programming.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

At The Salvation Army our employees are the heartbeat of our mission. We foster a community of passionate people dedicated to changing lives and bringing hope to those who need it most.

Position Summary:

The Program Assistant will assist the Director of Social Services or the Community Program Coordinator in implementing, conducting and supervising the Community Center programs for children and adults which will benefit their emotional, physical and spiritual health.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist community center programming in implementing, conducting and supervising programs which would include Community Kitchen, showers, laundry and other community services.
• Assist in building relationships with parents and children that participate in these programs.
• Enforces facility safety regulations and emergency procedures.
• Maintain order in the Community Center by enforcing rule relating to conduct and the use of equipment and facilities.
• May be responsible for opening and closing the community center.
• Help to safeguard all equipment and supplies including tables, chairs, washer, dryer, etc.
• Responsible for regular cleaning and maintaining the facility when used for programming.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Minimum of High School diploma/GED desired, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Training and/or education experience in leading social service programs preferred
• Must be at least 18 years old

Computer Skills

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Basic computer skills

Certificates And Licenses

• Ability to obtain and maintain training and certifications such as First Aid, CPR, and Blood Pathogen
• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed