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.

Position Summary

The Early Childhood Ministries Assistant / Childcare Worker will facilitate the overall mission of The Salvation Army by providing direct childcare service to children ages 8 weeks through kindergarten at the Pasadena Tabernacle Corps. Assist with the creation and implementation of curriculum and activities of a ministry-focused program that is developmentally age appropriate. Maintain a clean, safe and healthy environment for the children at all times. Will stay current with and maintain compliance with all “Protect the Mission” policies and guidelines.

Essential Functions

Will provide direct childcare service to children ages 8 weeks through kindergarten. Help develop and implement curriculum and activities of a ministry-focused program that is developmentally age appropriate. Maintain a clean, safe and healthy environment for the children at all times. Stay current with and maintain compliance with all “Protect the Mission” policies and guidelines. Maintain valid Infant/Child CPR certification. Help in the planning and implementation of all on-going programs and seasonal events that are directly related to the ECM age children. Assume responsibility for the program of the ECM in the absence of the ECM Coordinator. Participate in regular training sessions and staff meetings as requested. Maintain equipment, toys & supplies that pertain to ECM programming. Distribute to parents/guardians, collect and maintain updated/current information on each child in the ECM program at all times. Perform various other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 45 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

High school senior or graduate. Previous experience working in a Salvation Army childcare center preferred. Valid Infant/Child CPR Certification. Desire to build relationships with children and their parents. Must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills in the English language, and have an open, welcoming, professional and helpful presence and attitude with all people. Must be familiar with, understand, and be willing to comply with the purpose and goals of The Salvation Army. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, as well as Lotus Notes, and the Salvation Army Application Portal. Must be punctual, organized, reliable, conscientious and trustworthy. Excellent organizational skills including multitasking and time management. Must be capable of handling confidential material, demonstrate good judgment and act and dress in a professional manner. Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and good driving record. Willingness to submit to extensive criminal background, drug and motor vehicles checks, as well as keep current on all Salvation Army child safety and protect the mission guidelines.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Must possess a broad-spectrum skill set including customer service, children’s ministry and relationship-building. Adhere to and support all child safety, protect the mission, and sacred boundaries standards and requirements of the organization. Must be mature, organized, and highly motivated, and be able to give hands on leadership as required to all children’s programs. Skill in teaching Sunday school and bible lessons to pre-school age children. The ability to quickly grasp and analyze circumstances resulting in effective decision-making. The capacity to work effectively with, and relate to, all types of individuals in society. Excellent customer service and relationship building skill is required. Must be able to work with minimal supervision, cope with change, be prepared to encounter a variety of assignments and timelines and maintain confidentiality of sensitive materials and information. Effectively manage time and stay on-task and within policy guidelines, and have a strong work ethic, as well as possess the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.