Overview
The Salvation Army’s Kroc Center is hiring a KidSpace Attendant and offers the following benefit package to part-time employees:
* Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time
* Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment and consistently works 20+ hours/week)
* Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including: Voluntary Term Life & AD&D benefits, AFLAC Insurance
* Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!
Location: 650 Dudley St., Dorchester, MA
Pay Range: $18.00/hr.
The main function of the KidSpace Attendant is to provide short-term supervision to the children of members and program participants through engaging activities and programming.
Education Requirements
* High School or GED
Work Experience
* At least one year of experience working with youth of preschool, elementary or middle school age.
* At least one-year experience working with children in artistic, and/or recreational activities or programs.
Other Qualifications
* Must have or be able to acquire within the first 30 days of employment a First Aid & CPR certification.
* Must have the ability to work and relate well with people.
* Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
* Must be able to lift and carry 40 lbs.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Keep all areas where participants are located organized and clean.
* Ensure participants' safety.
* Assist children with self-care (assisting children in the restrooms) as needed.
* Lead children through interactive and engaging activities during drop-in open programming and structured activities.
* Assist with planning activities and programs for the KidSpace program.
* Attend all scheduled staff meetings and management team meetings as required.
* Assist with daily reports (attendance and time log) for the program.
* See that all injuries for those under your program whether employee, volunteer, visitor, or spectator are reported in a timely manner and according to procedure.
* Maintain a safe working environment; report all harmful problems to the director or supervisor.
* Handle disputes with participants/parents in a professional manner.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
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