Red Shield Program Aide

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 20,402; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave benefit

Vacation benefit

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Colorado Springs is seeking a Red Shield Program Aide. This part-time position involves working daily with youth, providing supervision and support in an educational and recreational setting. Ideal candidates must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma. Responsibilities include assisting with programming, maintaining a safe environment for children, and forming relationships with participants and their families. This role offers a pay rate of $14.81 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• 3 months of experience working with children preferred.
• Healthy relationship-building skills with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with afterschool and summer programming for children.
• Provide guidance and supervision to children and families.
• Prepare and serve food in the program.

Skills

Ability to establish healthy relationships

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Red Shield Program Aide

FLSA Status: Part Time - non-exempt

Reports to: Red Shield Program Manager & Asst. Red Shield Program Manager

Rate of Pay: $14.81/hr

Closing Date: 8/26/2025

Benefits (Standard; Part‑Time, Non‑Exempt Employees)

• Sick leave benefit - 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire; sick time accrual is pro‑rated for part‑time hours.)
• Vacation benefit - 10 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0385 hours for each hour worked, excluding overtime (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment; vacation accrual is pro‑rated for part‑time hours.)

Scope of Position / Essential Functions

The Red Shield Program Aide will work daily with the youth in the center to build relationships and foster a friendly and safe environment for youth to grow and thrive. To accomplish this, the After School Program Aide will work with Program Leaders and Directors as a team in delivering programs that best meets the ever‑changing needs of our youth.

Qualification and Education Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3 months of full‑time or equivalent part‑time verifiable experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist with afterschool and summer programming, including supervision, guidance, and caring for children in an educational, enrichment, and recreational setting.
• Assist Program Lead with supervision during afterschool pickups from district D‑11 school.
• Assist Program Lead with Summer Day Camp transportation supervision to and from scheduled events.
• Provide leadership support to Corps ministry components integrated into the afterschool and summer program.
• Offer encouraging instruction to students during group activities.
• Assist the Manager or Leads in planning, teaching lessons, homework support, and activities.
• Assist with food preparation, serving, and clean‑up.
• Develop partnerships with parents and maintain responsive relationships with children.
• Maintain discipline and encourage all children to follow rules.
• Help prepare and clean up the program area, and assist with opening/closing the facility.
• Supervise rotations with sign‑in and sign‑out.
• Lead activities.
• Oversee the supervision of all children and ensure Program Aides are supervising as required.
• Ensure every child is accounted for at all times.
• Report all issues (no matter how small) to the Red Shield Director.
• Attend mandatory staff trainings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Able to establish and cultivate healthy relationships with children and parents.
• Preferred history of providing professional, effective programming with children and families.
• Desire to serve others by building on their strengths.
• Teachable spirit.
• Competent working independently within clear parameters in a team environment.
• Self‑motivated, energetic, outcome‑oriented individual with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work creatively.
• Communicates clearly.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to handle a diverse audience professionally and sensitively.
• Can manage multiple projects and prioritise work.
• Commitment to social inclusion.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain records.
• Ability to follow protocol and adhere to program and external procedures.
• Driving is NOT required for this position.

Physical Requirements

Ability to maneuver; remain in a stationary position, squat, climb, kneel, and twist intermittently or continuously; grasp, push, pull, reach overhead; operate a telephone; lift up to 25 pounds; access and produce information from a computer; understand written information. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. Requests to modify or adapt these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy reasonable accommodation requests that do not cause undue hardship.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer: Protected Veterans; Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the “Know Your Rights” notice from the Department of Labor.

Employer Mission Statement (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.

Acknowledgement of Religious Purposes

I have been informed and understand The Salvation Army's religious purpose and status as a church. In my employ, I will not undermine the religious mission or religious purposes of the organization, nor will my professional conduct conflict with, interfere with, or undermine its religious programs or religious purposes.