OVERVIEW:

The primary function of this position is to assist and supervise students and staff in the Teen Drop-In Center. Oversee the safety, health, happiness, discipline and skill development of all students Teen Drop-In Center. Promote student engagement, teach/demonstrate educational or workforce development skills, and provide tutoring. Lead a variety of activities for youth programming.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build positive relationships with students and foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
• Manage record keeping, reporting, and check-in/out procedures for students
• Participate in outcome measurement processes and other evaluations of programming.
• Resolve disputes with students, parents, and staff in a professional manner with the guidance of the Kroc Center Program Director
• Plan activities, lesson plans, and specialized theme events for the teen drop-in center and create an inviting environment for all students.
• Implement the day-to-day activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Lead students through daily activities, distance learning, and recreational activities with enthusiasm according to training protocol and written lesson plans.
• Support and maintain programs that engage teens socially, culturally, and intellectually
• Tutor and assist students with homework, class projects, and other academic tasks.
• Respond to emergencies and assist with the treatment of injured participants or staff. Follow up with the completion of appropriate paperwork as directed.
• Ensure each program area used by groups is properly cleaned and follows proper cleaning protocol.
• Assist in any support roles for the teen drop-in center including cleaning, food prep/service, and leading activities.
• Follow all RJKCCC and Salvation Army fleet procedures while driving and inspecting vehicles.
• Promote a safe working environment
• Adhere to confidentiality and privacy policies
• Other related duties as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Associate or Bachelor's degree (Preferred)
• Experience tutoring or working in non-profit or youth development programs
• Supervisory experience
• First Aid/CPR Certification or ability to obtain it within 30 days of employment
• Food Handler's card or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficient with current Microsoft software computer
• Able to work with limited supervision
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Detail oriented

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (Usually File Boxes)

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software

ADA Statement:

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:

Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army's religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.

At-Will:

Any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at-will" nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.