Lead Program Aide (9240)

The Salvation Army USA

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 12 days ago

    Highlights

    This position is responsible for: Serves as the lead worker to Program Aides in the absence of the supervisor; assists in training new staff on applicable policies and procedures; handles emergencies and escalated customer service related issues. Six months experience working with children in educational, fitness, arts, crafts and other activities in a similar environment, with some supervisory experience preferred OR.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBiloxi, MS

    Description

    Schedule/Hours: Full-time - 37.5 hours per week

    This position is responsible for:

    Serves as the lead worker to Program Aides in the absence of the supervisor; assists in training new staff on applicable policies and procedures; handles emergencies and escalated customer service related issues. Assists with the supervision of children participating in activities provided within the RJKCCC, such as: Education, Recreation, Arts & Crafts, and Physical Education.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Assists in training employees in the proper policies and procedures related to children's play care activities.

    • Provides constant care for the needs of the children in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner.
    • Organizes and implements a range of program services and activities for children; provides periodic activity reports.
    • Exhibits control of the children and when needed displays proper discipline techniques; promotes good sportsmanship.
    • Supervises and monitors children during recreational and athletic activities; observes, monitors, and supervises children on the playground.
    • Participates in staff meetings to maintain awareness of program activities.
    • Assists in maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the RJKCCC facilities and grounds.

    Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

    • Ability to meet attendance requirements.
    • Ability to read, write and communicate the English language.
    • Duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis.

    Employee Benefits:

    • Paid Time Off
    • Retirement Savings Plan Available
    • Health Insurance
    • Voluntary Life Insurance and more!
    • High school diploma or G.E.D., AND
    • Six months experience working with children in educational, fitness, arts, crafts and other activities in a similar environment, with some supervisory experience preferred OR
    • Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

    Licenses and Certifications:

    • Valid state driver's license
    • CPR and First Aid Certification
    • Infant/Child CPR Certification

    Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled

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