Lead Youth Center Program Assistant

Job Category
:
Ministries & Related Programs/Youth Programs

Requisition Number
: LEADY
026028

• Posted :
  October 15, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $19 USD per hour

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Join a team where you can offer compassion, dignity, and sustainable opportunities for people in need in your local community!

The Salvation Army is an inspiring place to work. With offices in every major US city and over 120 countries around the globe, it's a place where people can invest in people on every level. In the Northwest region of the US, we serve people with food to shelter opportunities and almost everything in between. We are committed to being an efficient and effective network of local offices that make up a huge western region team.

In other words, we're committed to being big and small at the same time. That makes us a seriously great place to work. As one of the most impactful social service organizations in the world, we hire people who constantly seek new ways to keep us moving forward. We welcome you on finding your place to offer opportunities for people in need!

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 to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Youth Center Program Lead assists in planning, coordinating, and implementing activities within the community center, working directly with children and other staff. The Youth Program Lead will act as a point of contact for the families and staff of the program. Work is performed inside a heated and ventilated facility in an office or recreation area environment. Noise level is medium depending on activities in progress.

Exposure to weather is medium to high as children and staff go to the park, attend fields trips regardless of weather conditions. Staff are responsible for outdoor gear and should plan each day in accordance with varying weather. Occupational exposure rate is low. Personal protective equipment such as gloves and masks may be required in the course of job performance.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Early childhood education college degree/credits preferred
• Childcare experience required

• Knowledge of Salvation Army practices and organization
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Maintain valid Washington State Driver's License and pass a driver safety training annually. Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification, or able to acquire
• Must possess and demonstrate an ability to work with people from all populations, including community groups, participants, and staff in an affable, concerned and caring manner
• Must be knowledgeable in the areas of child/personnel safety assessment, planning, problem solving, and crisis intervention
• Able to maintain cleanliness & safety standards
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity
• Strong communication skills, including written and verbal
• Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others
• Detail oriented
• Capable of multi-tasking
• Energetic, personable, and dependable.
• Competent use of computers, word-processing, spreadsheets, and the internet
• Able to use general office and recreational equipment

• Act as the point of contact for families and staff of the program
• Ensure all financial transactions are managed through Finance Manager
• Enforce facility safety rules, regulations, and procedures
• Supervise children and activities of the program
• Provides leadership for recreational activities
• Assists Youth Center children with completion of schoolwork/tutoring needs
• Assists with Youth Center/After-School program planning
• Participates in staff training and staff development programs
• Works with staff/volunteers to foster positive attitudes, life skills development, Christian values, and service to others
• Ensures safe participation of members, guests, and staff in center activities and programs, adhering to safety policies and procedures
• Works with center staff to monitor and maintain facility security
• Assists with care and maintenance of the facility; cleaning and organizing areas of the building and equipment as assigned by supervisors
• Complete Protect the Mission (PTM) training/ensure PTM standards with children/staff are maintained
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