Red Shield Program Lead

The Salvation Army Southern California; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 24,121; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave benefit

Vacation benefit

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking a Red Shield Program Lead in Colorado Springs. The role involves supervising and guiding youth in educational and recreational settings, ensuring compliance with licensing, and fostering relationships with children and parents. Ideal candidates are team-oriented, self-motivated, and possess strong interpersonal skills. This part-time position offers $17.51/hour and includes sick leave and vacation benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older and have a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Background check required for continued employment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with afterschool and summer programming.
• Ensure childcare licensing compliance.
• Develop partnerships with parents and maintain relationships with children.

Skills

Relationship building

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Job description

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Job Title: Red Shield Program Lead
FLSA Status: Part-Time - non-exempt
Reports to: Red Shield Program Manager
Schedule: PT, TBD
Rate of Pay: $17.51/hour
Closing Date: 8/26/2025

Benefits:

• Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire)
• 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)

Scope Of Position / Essential Functions

The Red Shield Program Leader will work daily with youth in the center to build relationships and foster a friendly and safe environment for youth to grow and thrive. To accomplish this the Program Leader will work with Program Aids and directors as a team in delivering programming that best meets the ever‑changing needs of our youth. Furthermore, Program Leaders will work specifically in leading programs that were designed by Directors in their respective areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the afterschool and summer programming where needed, supervising, guiding, and caring for children in an educational, enrichment and recreational setting.
• Provide leadership support to Corps ministry components that are integrated into the afterschool and summer program.
• Ensure childcare licensing compliance.
• Assist with afterschool pickups from school district D‑11.
• Provide encouraging instruction during group activities.
• Assist the Director or Group Leader 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.
• Assist in maintaining discipline and encouraging all children to follow rules.
• Assist in general set‑up and clean‑up of the program area and with the opening/closing of the facility.
• Supervise rotations and sign‑in and sign‑out.
• Lead activities in their department – Gym or Education.
• Ensure each child is accounted for at all times.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Report all issues (no matter how small) to Directors.
• Attend mandatory staff trainings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• 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 in working independently within clear parameters in a team environment.
• Self‑motivated, energetic, outcome‑oriented individual who demonstrates 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 deal professionally and sensitively with a diverse audience.
• Ability to handle several projects and prioritize work.
• Commitment to social inclusion.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain records.
• Ability to follow protocol and adhere to program and external procedures.
• Must be 21 years of age to drive and have a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Background check: Continued employment contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check processed in accordance with The Salvation Army’s policies.

The Salvation Army 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.

Acknowledgement of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army

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.

Physical Requirements

Ability to maneuver. Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to operate telephone. Ability to lift to 25 pounds. Ability to access and produce information from the computer. Ability to understand written information. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.

Employment at Will

Employees of The Salvation Army are considered employees at will. This means that the employment arrangement between the employee and The Salvation Army may be terminated by the employee or by The Salvation Army at any time with or without cause. No Salvation Army representative may change the at‑will employment relationship through oral or written promises.