Boys & Girls Club Program Coordinator (Middle River)

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for a Program Coordinator in the Middle River Boys and Girls Club under the Potomac Division.

POSITION SUMMARY

Coordinates the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of specific program(s) for youth between the ages of 6 and 18, within a designated Club. Provides leadership and supervision to assigned program and volunteer staff and controls expenses as assigned. Plans activities and facilitates programs for groups of youth in assigned specific program areas. (STEM, STEAM, Art, Sports/Athletics. Aquatics, Education.) Other duties include writing program reports, supervising youth, transporting youth in Club vehicles and maintaining a professional relationship with all Club members and their families.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Accounting, or Social Services AND two (2) years’ progressively responsible experience in the management, administration, and operation of a Boys and Girls Club, with at least one year in a leadership capacity OR three (3) years’ experience working in a similar youth serving organization OR any equivalent combination of education/experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid state driver’s license

First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain)

BGCA Learning Coach Certification (or ability to obtain)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of child behavior and development.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of early childhood curriculum development.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of First Aid and CPR, and the ability to ensure the safety of children.

Ability to teach children Christian values as well as general early childhood education curriculum.

Ability to plan, develop, and implement effective childhood programs and activities.

Mental and Physical Requirements

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.

Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.

Ability to drive a vehicle safely and follow all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.

Ability and willingness to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.

Working Conditions

Duties are usually performed standing and walking and relieved by periods of sitting to perform other duties.

Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) frequently.

Additional Information

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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*Application Submittal Period: 05/25/2023 - 06/15/2023

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.