Latchkey Assistant

Position Summary: The Latchkey Assistant is responsible for assisting in all Latchkey programs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the latchkey director in all activities.
• Be on sight during assigned latchkey program hours.
• Drive bus or corps van to drop off or pick up children from school as needed.
• Responsible for the care and well-being of program participants
• Identifies and meet individual program participants needs
• Provides friendly hospitality to those we serve
• Recognizes and provide opportunities for group interaction, problem solving, and decision making
• Guides group or individuals in activity plans
• Carries out established roles in enforcing facility safety regulations and implementing emergency procedures
• Cleans tables and vacuum carpets where necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications Education/Experience:

• Minimum of High School diploma/GED desired, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Training and/or education experience in youth programming, ministry and/or social services preferred
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must meet all Michigan Department of Human Service (DHS) guidelines for childcare center program assistants
• Previous experience in childcare is desirable

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Maintain confidentiality

Computer Skills

• Working in Microsoft Office 365
• Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
• Willingness to learn new software as needed

Certificates And Licenses

• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
• Must have and maintain a current valid chauffers’ license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR); or gain chauffers’ license within 30 days
• Ability to obtain and maintain training and certifications such as First Aid, CPR, and Blood Pathogen