Red Shield Youth Center Program Coordinator​/Driver

Job Location:

NSC-Charlotte Milton Road Red Shield Youth Center - Charlotte, NC 28215, Job Category:
Recreation,

Location:

Charlotte, NC

The Program Coordinator assists in planning, implementing, leading and supervising one or two program areas such as education and or other program areas. Trains, es monitors and leads program staff, volunteers and youth members ensuring compliance with operational and safety standards. Performs administrative duties supporting Center operations and programs. Collaborates with operations and program leadership to ensure promotion of youth develop skills in well-rounded program areas.

Introduces and executes programs in a safe manner and to positively impact the lives of youth through activities and services that measurably and progressively move youth individually to attain positive educational outcomes.

• Assists Program Leaders in the daily administration and leadership of center-wide program curriculum and activities that support The Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Centers Youth Education and Development Strategy; ensures program activities, resources and materials are safe and drive target outcomes.
• Develops, posts and promotes weekly and monthly program plans to encourage and grow participation.
• Recognizes and encourages youth member program participation and achievement; promotes awareness and participation in a variety of program areas/activities and promotes instruction and guidance to influence and develop skills in program areas.
• Participates in Center and community activities to maintain good public relations for programs, services, and activities.
• Collaborates with program leader monthly to review and update the supplies, equipment, and curriculum needed to carry out programs safely and effectively.
• Ensures the accuracy, integrity and security of all program data and memberships.

• Learns, leads and monitors programs, services and activities for youth in accordance with established program goals and objectives as well as operational and safety standards.
• Monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities to ensure safety of youth members and quality in programs.
• Leads and influences positive behavior, orderliness and participation of youth members.
• Trains and supervises volunteers and other staff providing assistance in program activities.
• Ensures a productive work environment by participating in weekly club staff meetings.
• Represents The Salvation Army in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Coordinates and collaborates with all areas of the center and senior leadership team to be successful in this position.

• Drives Center members in approved vehicles to/from approved destinations and schedules and in accordance with Center guidelines and requirements; follows all required driving laws and safety precautions to always protect club members and staff being transported; reports maintenance, cleanliness, and safety needs of the assigned vehicle in a timely manner.
• Provides member transportation in accordance with State and The Salvation Army rules and regulations.
• Ensures safety of youth within Driver’s direct care between destinations and until youth are in the care of the approved program providers.
• Supervises behavior of passengers and manages passenger behavior in a manner that ensures safety and compliance with behavioral standards during transport.
• Communicates with parents, students, and staff in a courteous and respectful manner; responds accordingly to needs in a timely manner.
• Follows all Center policies and state regulations. Ensures transportation list is on…