Red Shield Youth Center Program Coordinator/Driver (6977)

## Description

**Location: Charlotte, NC**

**About this opportunity:**

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.

Drives Salvation Army vehicle to transport youth members/staff to/from the Red Shield Youth Center and to/from approved community 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:*

1. Program Administration Responsibilities (60%)

• 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.

1. Member Relations & Supervision Responsibilities (30%)

• 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.

1. Driver Responsibilities:

• 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 bus and accounts for all children before and after departure. Ensures and double checks that all children have exited vehicle at destinations.

1. Program & Facilities Supply Responsibilities (5%)

• Monitors supply needs and orders required supplies as instructed through approved vendors.
• Cleans and maintains the supply room in a neat and orderly manner.

1. Facility Maintenance Responsibilities (5%)

• Ensures the program area is attractive, neat, and clean, and bulletin boards and notices are current.
• Makes and/or recommends needed repairs to facility and/or equipment in a timely manner.

*Other Responsibilities:*

• May oversee special programs and/or events and/or participate in the implementation of other activities as necessary.
• May consult with parents concerning youth and center issues.
• Maintains close, daily contact with Center staff, Center youth and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions: instruct and advise/counsel
• Maintains contact as needed with external community groups, schools, member’s parents and others to assist in resolving conflicts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

**Employee Benefits**

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans and more!

**Why work for us?**

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is *Doing the Most Good.*

*Five values at the heart of everything we do…We are…*

• Passionate
• Compassionate
• Uplifting
• Brave