The Salvation Army’s Boston South End is hiring a Kids Club Director and offers excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:
Generous paid time off every year that includes: vacation and sick time, holidays, and up to 3 personal days. Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment) Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life Flexible Spending Accounts Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!
Location: Boston South End
Pay Range: $1,080/week
The Director is responsible for fostering an environment that allows children, their families, and the staff to develop to their full potential. The Director is accountable for program operation, incorporating The Salvation Army culture, philosophies, policies, and development of an inclusive environment and positive relationships with parents/guardians, children, families, and clients. Although the Director will be accountable for each of the responsibilities outlined below, Director roles will vary dependent on center/school size, structure, and client relationship. Directors are encouraged to delegate responsibilities as is appropriate. Directors will review important decisions with the Corps Officer (s) and Early Education Program Manager and be responsive to the requirements of Divisional Headquarters and EEC.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 21 years of age and meet one of the following sets of requirements:Have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Guidance, Human Services, Nursing, Psychology, Physical Education, Recreation, Child Psychology, the Arts, Social Work, Sociology or Child Care, and have six months experience working with school age children; and have six months of administrative experience or have evidence of satisfactory completion of at least nine credits in management or administrative subject areas from an accredited institution of higher education; ORHave a bachelor’s degree in any field or an associate’s degree in any of the fields listed in 102 CMR 7.32 (2) (a) 1; and have eighteen months working with school age children; and have six months administrative experience or have evidence of satisfactory completion of at least nine credits in management or administrative subject areas from an accredited institution of higher education; ORHave a high school diploma or equivalent; and have four years of experience working with children, two-thirds of which is with school age children and have one year of administrative experience or have evidence of satisfactory completion of at least nine credits in management or administrative subject areas from an accredited institution of higher education.Required 3 to 5 years of management/leadership experience plus additional teaching experienceExperience with Christian Education Programs for school age children such as Sunday School or Vacation Bible Study preferredCurrent Certification in American Red Cross Standard First Aid, or its equivalent and CPR.Strong written and oral communication skillsStrong organizational skillsMust be proficient in Microsoft Applications and various databasesAbility to lift to 50 lbs. occasionally.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
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.
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