Community Outreach & Program Coordinator

At The Salvation Army our employees are the heartbeat of our mission. We foster a community of passionate people dedicated to changing lives and bringing hope to those who need it most.

Position Summary :

The Community Outreach & Program Coordinator is responsible for leadership, oversight, development and improvement of all community center programs, including supervision of staff.

Essential Responsibilities:

Promote, participate in, and evaluate community center programs and initiatives for community outreach Develop curriculum, recreation, and other activities Partner with outside groups for programming Connect families to the ministry of The Salvation Army through events and available programs Maintain accurate and statistics for all programs Provide accurate community center reports to local groups and organizations as directed Maintain various community center databases and generate any related correspondence Supervise community center staff to ensure that the community center area is cleaned and maintained in a timely manner. Oversee set up, tear down and clean up for rentals and programs Coordinate with Corps Administrative Assistant to manage building usage Responsible for the processing and distribution of community center correspondence, memos, and reports as needed Drive a 12-passenger van to transport program participants (children/adults) Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in any major with 12 semester hours in child care or child care development, 2 semester hours or 3 CEU's in Child Care Administration, plus 480 hours of experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities Experience directing youth and/or senior programs preferred Must be at least 21 years of age

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

Understand and adhere to professional ethics and boundaries

Computer Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Working knowledge of

TEAMS and SharePoint Certificates and Licenses:

Must have and maintain a current valid chauffeurs' driver's license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR); or ability to obtain chauffeurs' within 90 days Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed Employees will submit evidence that they have been tested and are free of communicable tuberculosis, dated within 1 year.

Requirements:

The Salvation Army offers the following benefits: Health Care Benefits which include: Medical Dental Vision Hearing Flexible spending accounts AFLAC Voluntary life insurance benefits Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options Pet Insurance Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment. Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions. Employee Discounts Paid Time Off which includes: Sick days begin accruing the first of the month following 30 days of employment and you may begin to use accrued sick days once available. Up to (6) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days. Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment. The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked. You will receive up to 2 personal days per year based on date of hire. Birthday off with pay. Paid holidays are effective immediately. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

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 and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.