Youth Development Professional (7822)

The Salvation Army; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Supplemental Insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Job summary

The Salvation Army Palm Beach County West Palm Beach, FL invites applications for a Full Time Recreation position. The role supports youth programs, plans activities, and coordinates classes under the Community Center Director, with a 35-hour work week from Monday to Friday.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and a commitment to safe, welcoming programs for families and members.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous work in related field with Children and Youth preferred.
• Or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Implements and administers programs, services and activities for members in an effective and engaging manner.
• Monitors and evaluates programs, services, and activities to ensure safety and well-being of all members while maintaining high-quality programming and a welcoming environment.
• Assists with the creation and implementation of a class curriculum that supports youth development and promotes program participation.
• Assists with registration of new members, explains programs’ expectations, and participates in orientation processes; provides ongoing guidance and positive role modeling.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: FLA-Palm Beach County Area Command - West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Position Type: Full Time Regular
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED
Salary Range: $17.62 Hourly
Travel Percentage: Minimal
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Recreation
Schedule/Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00am - 5:30pm (35 hours per week)
Hourly rate: $17.62 p/h

This position is responsible for:

Key Responsibilities:

• Implements and administers programs, services and activities for members in an effective and engaging manner. Assist the Community Center Director with the planning, coordination, and execution of special recognition programs and initiatives, including Youth of Year and Youth of the Month, ensuring participants receive meaningful opportunities for leadership, personal development, and achievement.
• Monitors and evaluates programs, services, and activities to ensure the safety and well-being of all members while maintaining high-quality programming and a clean organized, and welcoming, branch environment standards and support a positive experience for members, families, and visitors at all times.
• Assists with the creation and implementation of a class curriculum that supports the development of each youth and promotes and stimulates program participation.
• Assists with registration of new members, explains programs’ expectations, and participates in their orientation process. Provides ongoing guidance, support, and positive role modeling to members.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor recreational environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like.

Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Available
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings Plans Available
• Supplemental Insurance Available
• Voluntary Life Insurance and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans/Disabled

QualificationsEducation and Experience:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. and
• previous work in related field with Children and Youth preferred
• or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid Driver's License
• Maintaining current DCF and Safe From Harm trainings requirements.