Zone Program Aide 11-025 - Glendale Corps & Community Center

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Position Summary

The Zone Program Aide will support the Zone Program Coordinator in ensuring that the Zone After-School Program provides a positive and safe environment that fosters academic, creative, and athletic development. The Program Aide will assist with daily program activities, help facilitate snack service, and support the set-up and clean-up of program areas. Additionally, the Program Aide will provide transportation for participants during field trips and other scheduled outings.

Essential Functions

• Assist the Zone Program Coordinator in delivering high-quality learning experiences.
• Provide academic support and structure to youth during program hours.
• Supervise and instruct youth to ensure compliance with program policies and to maintain a safe, healthy, and effective environment.
• Participate in the planning, leadership, and implementation of enrichment activities.
• Lead and manage large groups of youth effectively and independently.
• Guide and support volunteer tutors in the Zone After-School Program.
• Establish and maintain appropriate boundaries while fostering positive mentoring relationships with students.
• Maintain collaborative and professional relationships with staff, Salvation Army representatives, volunteers, parents, and children.
• Provide transportation for students during field trips, camp, and other outings as needed.
• Uphold and model all Zone After-School Program policies.
• Assist with daily set-up and clean-up of program activities.
• Observe and document student progress to better support individual children and families.
• Adhere to all Protect the Mission policies and reporting requirements.
• Support The Salvation Army’s Christian mission and philosophy.
• Immediately report any suspected child abuse to your immediate supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PAY RANGE : $18.00-$19.00 / hr.

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend squat climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to be able to lift up to 50lbs. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as file cabinet drawers and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone.

Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities