The Salvation Army

Position Description

Springfield, IL

After School Mentor

Job Summary:

Mentors will facilitate activities that will nurture the personal and academic development of students through STEAM activities, homework, and subject tutoring.

Reports To: Youth Program Director

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a passion for fulfilling the mission of The Salvation Army and must be articulate in presenting the same to others.

Candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background inquiry and annual motor vehicle check with a valid driver's license. CPR/First Aid certification will be required for all and may be provided if necessary.

Individual must be at least 18 years old and have specific knowledge and work experience related to child development and programming for middle school youth with preferred experience with STEAM programming.

Education:

• Associate degree in area of education, child development, or related field or equivalent work experience with youth activity and programming. Significant experience will be considered in lieu of.

Skills:

• Ability to efficiently and effectively manage people and projects successfully.
• Team player, self-starter, and perform well with minimal supervision.
• Must have an interest and ability to work with people of diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience or capacity to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and work as a cooperative team member.
• Proficiency in computer software applications, including demonstrated experience in using email, MS Office applications, Internet and Social Media platforms.

The Salvation Army 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 Christ. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Organize and lead group STEAM activities in your specific subject which may include any of the following:
• Lead a focused group STEAM activity with assigned youth
• Monitor and interact with youth at all times while on duty - address and handle behavior issues immediately.
• Record attendance of students
• Attend and participate in special events as a leader.
• Communicate behavior issues to Program Director or Activities Specialist.
• Assist with periodical clean-up throughout the afternoon
• Make sure the children's safety is a high priority at all times.
• Understand and adhere to Safe From Harm policies.
• Lead and/or participate in assigned programs within the after school program as delegated by the Program Director and/or Activities Specialist.
• Attend trainings and meetings as directed by the Program Director.
• Other duties that pertain to the After School program as assigned by the Program Director and/or Activities Specialist.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere through appropriate conflict management, courteous demeanor, and professional and appropriate communication practices.
• Maintain compliance in The Salvation Army's "Safe from Harm" Certification and Harassment Prevention Training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned as related to youth programming.

Travel may be required.

Position Ranking:

• Regular, Part Time, Non-Exempt

Physical Demands/ Work Environment:

This position is required to have the ability to keep up with the activities of the youth that are involved. In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position the individual must be able to engage in the daily activities and sports provided by the after-school program. The vision requirements include needing to be able to see the children in whatever activity may be going on. The work environment for this position includes indoor/ outdoor activities, both in and out of town with an often-loud noise level. Individual must be able to frequently lift to twenty-five pounds and occasionally up to fifty pounds.

In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the individual is regularly required to talk and listen, stand, walk, sit and use hands. The use of Office and Computer Equipment is necessary. Vision abilities will require close vision. Work may be performed indoors and occasionally require outdoors to attend meetings.

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.