Youth Development Professional_NE-ALM_329-B and GC

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith based organization, has a job opening for a Summer Program Youth Development Professional for the Hattiesburg, MS Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Center, located in Hattiesburg, MS. Job Summary: Plans, implements, supervises members and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area, supporting the TSA Red Shield Youth Center priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship. May oversee special programs and/or events, and/or participate in the implementation of other unit activities as necessary. In absence of the Program Coordinator; may provide supervision oversight to other Youth Development Professionals to ensure continuity of program services at unit/branch locations. Builds and maintains a professional relationship with all Youth Center members and their families in order to help advance the mission of The Salvation Army. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army. Ability to interact with children and teens with patience and respect. Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports in an accurate and complete manner. Ability to support and coordinate activities and events. Ability to clearly communicate roles and responsibilities to individuals and groups. Ability to schedule meetings. Ability to interact with co-workers, volunteers and the public in a positive, professional manner. Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances. Ability to operate and generally maintain all office equipment, including but into limited to the copier, fax machine. Proficiency with Windows & Microsoft Office 365, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or G.E.D. and previous work in related field with Children and Youth preferred.Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid driver's license and a clear driving record and be able to become and remain certified to drive Salvation Army vehicles per Salvation Army insurance requirements. 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 Trustworthy All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. To apply, click on the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting. Application Submittal Period:  April 24, 2025 - May 3, 2025 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

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