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The Salvation Army Southern California

PT Weekend Lead Program Operations Specialist - Evangeline's House

The Salvation Army Southern California, Spokane, Washington, United States, 99254

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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 to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

21 years of age

Have a high school diploma or GED

One year of successful experience working with youth

Pass a Criminal Background Check

Pass a DSHS Background Check

Be emotionally mature and stable in order to provide consistency, structure, and nurturing.

CPR/First Aid training

Blood borne pathogen/HIV training

De-escalation and restraint training

Produce a recent negative TB test

Food Handlers permit

Valid Driver’s License with clear driving record

Successfully complete TSA Driver Training

Capable of auditory and visual supervision; verbally and physically interact with children in care

Possess skills/abilities to successfully work with the challenging behaviors of youth in care

Effective communication and problem-solving skills

High personal standards of cleanliness and thoroughness

Be available to be on-call to cover other shifts during the week; some Holidays

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Attend monthly staff meetings & trainings

Supervise Program Operations Specialists during assigned shifts

Training Tracts – required readings & reports for one year

Work well within a team

Communicate program needs & client needs to supervisors

Directly supervise youth in care

Be able to communicate effectively with professional agencies and administration

Actively lead, participate in the client’s daily activities including, mealtimes, sports activities, learning activities, swimming, field trips & tutoring

Follow posted schedules unless directed otherwise by a supervisor

Document client’s daily activities

Model appropriate social and interpersonal behaviors for youth in care

Assist youth in identifying and meeting their physical needs

Follow and ensure compliance of all Child Safety policies and procedures

Ensure HIPPA. WAC guidelines, contract, licensing and local policy and procedures compliance

Properly implement behavior management (de-escalation and restraint)

Comply with youth disciplinary guidelines

Offer guidance to the youth as needed

Clean the facility when needed

Do laundry when needed

Assist with snow removal when necessary

Serve food to the youth at mealtimes, as well as provide snacks throughout the day

Maintain facility security by ensuring windows and doors are locked; report any security concerns Contribute to a positive morale in the program.

Develop positive, professional relationships with coworkers

Accompany youth to school and appointments as needed (driving, riding or walking)

Will be the expert on the shift concerning intakes and discharges

Communicates with the program manager and assistant program manager about their shift

Communicates with DCYF social workers concerning guests in the program

Responsible for filling out the shift log at end of each shift

Provide training for Program Operations Specialists as

All other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis

Grasp, push, pull, objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, carts, doors, and reach overhead

Operate a telephone

Operate a desktop computer

Access and produce information from a computer

Understand written information

Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is a reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

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