Program Assistant

salvarmycareers; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Community Center Program Assistant in Royal Oak, MI to support all community center programs and related office tasks. You will assist visitors, clients and staff, and serve as the main resource for program guidance when the Director is away.

Responsibilities include helping ensure participant well-being, maintaining clean facilities, serving meals, and complying with safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School diploma/GED desired or equivalent experience.
• Training and/or education in youth programming, ministry and/or social services preferred.
• Training and/or education in food service operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care and well-being of program participants.
• Identify and meet participants' needs and provide guidance.
• Provide friendly hospitality to those served.
• Guide groups/individuals in activity plans and enforce safety procedures.
• Clean and maintain program areas; assist with meal service as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma / GED

Youth programming / ministry / social services experience preferred

Food service experience preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Community Center Program Assistant is responsible for assisting in all Community Center programs including general office and program related support including assisting visitors, clients, and staff. Serves as the main resources for questions and program guidance in the absence of the Director.

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsible for the care and well-being of program participants
• Identifies and meet individual program participants needs
• Provides friendly hospitality to those we serve
• Recognizes and provide opportunities for group interaction, problem solving, and decision making
• Guides group or individuals in activity plans
• Carries out established roles in enforcing facility safety regulations and implementing emergency procedures
• Cleans tables and vacuum carpets where necessary
• Serves breakfast, lunch, and snacks as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of all floors throughout the program area, including vacuuming the chapel and sweeping/mopping bathrooms, classrooms, hallways, and cafeteria
• Ensure cafeteria cleanliness by washing tables, wiping down chairs and counters, and removing garbage
• Clean and sanitize men's and women's restrooms, including toilets, sinks, and counters
• Perform additional cleaning tasks in other areas as assigned or needed

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 youth programming, ministry and/or social services preferred
• Training and/or education experience in food and /or food service operations preferred
• Must be at least 16 years old

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Computer Skills

• 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

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

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 and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.