Youth Development Professional & Driver (4003)

SALVATION ARMY CORP; Lowell (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

SALVATION ARMY CORP in Lowell, NC is seeking a Part Time Recreation Assistant to support youth programs at the NSC-Gastonia Red Shield Youth Center.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work with children and teens; prior related experience is preferred.

Day shift with no travel, and duties include promoting participation, guiding members, and implementing center activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous work with children and youth preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required; BFOQ: must be over 21 to drive center vehicle.
• Must meet basic driving qualifications per center policy.

Responsibilities

• Promotes and stimulates program participation.
• Provides guidance and role modeling to members.
• Implements and administers programs, services and activities for Center members in an effective manner.

Skills

Youth interaction

Clear communication

Diversity awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: NSC-Gastonia Red Shield Youth Center - Lowell, NC 28098

Position Type: Part Time less than 20

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Recreation

Key Responsibilities

• Promotes and stimulates program participation.


• Provides guidance and role modeling to members.


• Implements and administers programs, services and activities for Center members in an effective manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

And

previous work in related field with Children and Youth preferred.

Licenses & Certifications: Valid Driver’s License Bon-a-fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ): Must be over the age of 21 to drive a center vehicle to transport youth to/from the Red Shield Youth Center and for field trips.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability interacts with children and teens with patience and respect.


• Ability to clearly communicate roles and responsibilities to individuals and groups.


• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.

Five values at the heart of everything we do…We are…

• Passionate


• Compassionate


• Uplifting


• Brave


• Trustworthy

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