Seasonal Program Assistant

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB.

Assist with the application processes for summer activities. These would include Camp NEOSA and backpacks. Provide direction and support to the parents seeking assistance for their children.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

• Camp Applications:
• Receive screen and process parents through the Campminder application process.
• Monitor Campminder and contact families for needed documents.
• Arrange the lice luggage and medication drop off prior to camp departure.
• Create list of children enrolled including parents contact information.
• Work with Operations Manager to assign chaperons for bus trips.
• Arrange for snacks during the bus trips to and from camp.
• Backpack Program:
• Prepare applications and distribution cards prior to application dates.
• Receive screen and process parents through the application process.
• Create spreadsheets with applicants information to include childs name age and gender.
• Assist with distributing backpacks.
• Assist the Corps Officers with the Summer feeding program. Provide support in the supervision of the children during lunch and activities. Maintain accurate administrative records as needed for Connecting Kids to Meals program statistics and other records as required.
• Act as back up to The Salvation Army receptionist answering all incoming telephone lines as needed.
• Complete any other related duties as specified by supervisor.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with The Salvation Army policies and procedure.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with beneficiaries co-workers and supervisors. This includes but is not limited to such actions as: resolution of conflicts in a professional manner; courteous treatment of staff visitors and beneficiaries; respect of others property and person; and professional and appropriate communication to and about beneficiaries co-workers and supervisors.
• May require evening and weekend hours.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A

MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of high school diploma.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and show compassion for those less fortunate.
• Telephone and computer experience are required.

SPECIAL SKILLS CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS:

• Must have excellent organization time management and communication skills.
• Must be a team player work well under pressure and follow directions.
• Must be computer savvy with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• Valid Ohio Drivers license reliable transportation and the ability to obtain and maintain driving privileges per Salvation Army insurance standards.

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

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory or all duties responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to revise or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Acceptable job performance includes the completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies procedures rules and regulations of The Salvation Army.

The employed occupies a position of trust and is expected to maintain confidentiality and exhibit loyalty to The Salvation Army and the staff of The Salvation Army in all job related matters and activities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex national origin disability or protected veteran status.