Program Assistant

The Salvation Army; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Part-Time Program Assistant to develop and lead youth programming and assist with related activities. You will support Corp Officers, coordinate programs, and foster a safe, engaging environment for participants and volunteers.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, bilingual English/Spanish, and strong communication and leadership skills. Social media conduct standards apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• AA or Bachelor’s preferred but not required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required (written/speech).
• Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize & lead group activities with volunteers, employees & participants.
• Uniformed Salvationist in good standing or member of Christian Evangelical Church.
• Experience in working with youth and adults.
• Professional demeanor & positive attitude; appropriate social media conduct.
• Verifiable leadership and management skills.
• PTM trained and certified within 30 days of hire.
• Successful criminal background clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop youth programming as specified and with the assistance of the Corps Officer.
• Attend and lead programs for youth and possible senior program participants as well.
• Plan and prepare for program best outcomes.
• Provide a positive atmosphere of growth and safety for all participants.
• Adhere to TSA best practices concerning safety and wellbeing of program participants.
• Assist the Corps Officer with current program as related to program development.
• Coordinate transportation as needed.
• Assist in development, coordinating, and maintaining weekly programs.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position of Program Assistant.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Microsoft Office literacy

Written & verbal communication

Leadership & group activities

Volunteer coordination

Professional demeanor on social media

Criminal background clearance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA or Bachelor’s preferred but not required

Associates or better

Bachelors or better

Job description

• On-site
• Ministries & Related Programs/Youth Programs
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: PROGR026427

Description

STATUS: PT/25hrs/week

MISSION STATEMENT:

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 to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• AA or Bachelor’s preferred but not required
• Bilingual English/Spanish required (written/speech)
• Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organize & lead group activities that incorporate volunteers, employees & program participants
• Uniformed Salvationist in good standing or member of Christian Evangelical Church
• Experience in working & relating well with youth and adults
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor & positive attitude and use language in keeping with TSA standards during work and on social media outlets
• Possess verifiable leadership and management skills
• PTM trained and certified within 30 days of hire
• Successful criminal background clearance

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop youth programming as specified and with the assistance of the Corps Officer
• Attend and lead programs for youth and possible senior program participants as well
• Plan and prepare for program best outcomes
• Provide a positive atmosphere of growth and safety for all participants
• Adhere to TSA best practices concerning the safety and wellbeing of program participants
• Assist the Corps Officer with current program as related to program development
• Coordinate transportation as needed
• Assist in development, coordinating, and maintaining weekly programs
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position of Program Assistant.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach with hands and arms on a continuous basis. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to operate telephone, a desktop or laptop computer, as well as the ability to access and produce information from a computer, and to understand written information.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Associates or better.

Bachelors or better.

High School or Equivalent or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Driver's License

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