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Form of workThe 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.
Job Objective:
As the Teen and Youth Services Coordinator you will be responsible for the overall program development, implementation, and ongoing staff management related to all Youth and Teen programming, specifically including oversight of the ZONE, and other specialty programming. The coordinator will work closely with other departments in binding all youth programs across various departments together ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.
What You Will Do:
- Implement the short and long-range strategic vision and objectives for the Youth Development department through development and communication of specific and measurable objectives and priorities.
- Develop, direct and guide programming with specific emphasis on development and oversight of programming for the Zone
- Evaluate classes and programs to ensure efficient execution, evaluate effectiveness, and make.
- Monitor and maintain all facilities, supplies, and equipment related to youth programming; coordinating with facilities department as required. Work to ensure a safe, attractive, and clean environment for Youth and families
- Incorporate spiritual discovery elements into youth mentoring and engagement programming
- Actively participate in and engage with community events and outreach to promote involvement with the Kroc Center
- Monitor budgets and supply proper submissions of requests for equipment maintenance and purchasing along with maintaining current inventory..
- Other tasks as assigned by leadership
Minimum Qualifications:The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed. Findings may disqualify an individual for this position
Experience: One year experience working directly with youth
Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.
Skills/Abilities:
- Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems
- Capable of connecting/relating with children from 11 to 17
Supervisory Responsibility: Program Attendants
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Requirements Include:
- Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
- Lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
- May require bending, squatting, walking
- May require standing for extended periods
Travel: As needed
Working Conditions: Work is performed in a office environment. Some weekend and evening work is required
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Additional Information
DOING THE MOST GOOD
Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? The Salvation Army is the fourth largest charity in the United States and is an international organization based on Biblical principles created to help people in need.
We are mission-driven, diverse, collaborative, and focused on positive results for people... Join us in making a difference.
- Paid College Tuition
- Kroc Center employees are eligible to take online courses through Indiana Wesleyan University toward a variety of degree programs, at no cost to you.
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The Salvation Army offers the following benefits:
- Health Care Benefits which include
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Hearing
- Flexible spending accounts
- AFLAC
- Voluntary life insurance benefits
- Pension contributions (currently 5.25% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
- Vesting begins after five years of re-employment; full vesting occurs after ten years of employment
- The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
- Paid Time Off
- Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (90) days of employment.
- Up to (4) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
- Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment.
- The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
- You will receive (1) personal day this year, and (2) personal days per calendar year thereafter.
- Paid holidays are effective immediately.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work
US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted the justice system, and/or without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
- Health Care Benefits which include
