Youth Development Assistant Manager-SC​/San Diego KROC

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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.

The Youth Development Assistant Manager is an administrative and supervisory support position to the Youth Development Manager. The Youth Development Assistant Manager must have the proven ability and desire to work with children, parents, volunteers, and peers. The Youth Development Assistant Manager will supervise youth development coordinators, youth development leads, and youth development leaders, oversee youth development program areas, and lead activities for youth program events as needed.

The Youth Development Assistant Manager must have experience supervising youth programs, and will be expected to lead by example, facilitate positive behavior management, facilitate coaching and training of staff, be able to create a positive and welcoming environment for all, and have strong communication and relationship building skills.

• To know, explain and exemplify the mission, purpose, and values of the Kroc Center and The Salvation Army.
• Instruct, train, & coach Youth Development Coordinators, Youth Development Leads, & Youth Development staff to lead youth activities with enthusiasm according to training protocol.
• Communicate respectfully with peers, supervisors, and customers of various socio-economic backgrounds. Handle disputes with participants, parents, and staff in a professional manner with guidance from the Youth Development Director. Act as a first point of contact in handling customer service issues.
• Oversee point of sale operations, cash handling, and recreation management database for all Day Camp, Playcare, and Enrichment programs.
• Assist the Youth Development Manager & Director with planning and instruction of the annual Day Camp Staff Training Seminar, monthly Playcare training, and quarterly enrichment trainings.
• Responsible for the supervision of Youth Development Coordinators, Youth Development Leads, Youth Development Leaders, and Junior Leader positions.
• Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures and the Youth Development Code of Conduct & staff manuals.
• Assist the Youth Development Manager & Director with screening, interviewing, hiring, and training of all youth development staff.
• Assis the Youth Development Manager & Director with staff scheduling, timekeeping in UKG Ultipro software, and conflict management with staff.
• Assist the Youth Development Manager & Director with inclusion and behavior challenge intakes, parent meetings, and follow‑up.
• Assist Youth Development Manager & Director with program budgets for Day Camp, Playcare, and Enrichment programs.
• Must be in good physical health and mental health, capable of meeting the demands of the program. Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Work with Youth Development Manager & Director to plan, design, and implement new programs within the youth development departments, including the expansion of camp & enrichment programs at local schools.
• Perform other assignments/duties as directed.

$23-$26.00/hr

Ability to walk, swim, skate, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to be able to lift up‑to 50 lbs. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinets drawers and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer and telephone.

• Minimum High School graduate or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid certifications required on first day of work.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Minimum two years of experience working with children; 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience, preferably in Day…