Program Aid/Specialist -Saluda River Academy of the Arts

Job Description

Job Description

Classification Part time; Monday-Friday between the hours of 2-6:30pm; 3-4 hours a day; $12.50 an hour; August-May; summer hours vary

General Function:

Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise activities and programs. Promote safety of members, quality of programs and appearance of the Club at all times. Program Specialist/Aid Subs will only report to work when needed to sites in their selected region.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Ability to deal effectively with staff, youth, parents, local community leaders, schools and churches
Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of youth development.
BI-LINGUAL IN ENGLISH/SPANISH A PLUS
Understand the Clubs' philosophy, vision and goals
Ability to establish and cultivate positive relationships with youth

Minimum Education and Experience
High School Diploma/GED or college degree. 6 months to 2 years program delivery experience. (Hourly rate depends on level of education/experience)

Job Responsibilities
Demonstrate and promote Core Values
Implement Curriculum
Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise programs and activities
Provide guidance and role modeling to members
Design colorful and informative displays and bulletin boards promoting program areas
Assist in the execution of national projects and exhibits
Mentor and inspire youth, adults and volunteers in the creative process
Keep records of participants, schedules, attendance and program results
Mandatory First Aid/CPR
Other duties as assigned

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. Ability to get along with diverse personalities while at all times displaying tact, maturity and flexibility. Physical requirements include sight, hearing, standing for up to four hours per day, and ability to implement programs. Skills essential for success include speaking, writing and knowledge of the computer.

Environment & Working Conditions:

After school/Recreational settings that include being in/out doors. Occasional weekend and evening work to support organization's fundraising events and activities.