Red Shield Youth Center Program Manager (7920)

Location: Red Shield Youth Center - Greensboro, NC

Position Type: Regular Full Time

About this opportunity: Plans and directs the center-wide program services with broad oversight of program activities. Plans, develops, trains and provides daily supervision of program operations, volunteers and staff. Performs and monitors a variety of programmatic administrative duties to support program operations. Ensures all programs are operated in a safe manner and positively impact the lives of youth through activities and services that measurably and progressively move youth individually to attain positive outcomes. May be required to transport youth center members and staff to/from center and approved activities and events. Participates in the Salvation Army's ministry advancement by collaborating with the Salvation Army Officers to ensure Red Shield Youth Centers provide an engaging, enriching and empowering environment where youth develop Christ-like character, preparing them to become tomorrow's leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans and supervises the administration and analysis of center-wide program curriculum and activities that support The Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Centers Youth Development Strategy; ensures that programs are safe and drive outcomes; establishes objectives consistent with organizational goals and missions.
• Plans, implements, administers, evaluates and supervises a variety of programs including monitoring program content, activities, resources, and training at each Center site; ensures the completion of required reports [particularly for grant/restricted funded programs]; and prepare any required interagency reports.
• Collaborates with the Site Director to coordinate the onboarding and training of staff on an ongoing basis to ensure a prepared and engaged program staff to meet current needs of youth and funding requirements. Assists in planning and implementing staff development and training program in collaboration with the Site Director and the Center team.
• Monitors and ensures proper recordkeeping and reporting including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements and any problems/issues.
• Manages the program staff required to carry out the functions of the programs and responsibilities of the position; manages staff hours and work schedules; supports and responds to staff to meet their daily needs.
• May be responsible for safely transporting center members and staff to or from school, activities or programs as approved by the Director of Program Services or Site Director, and is responsible for the proper reporting of maintenance, cleanliness, and safety needs of the assigned vehicle.