Overview
Youth Development Professional Jobs in Charlotte, USA at SALVATION ARMY CORP
Position: Youth Development Professional (7048)
Job Details
Job Location:
NSC-Charlotte Milton Road Red Shield Youth Center – Charlotte, NC 28215
Position Type:
Part Time with Benefits 20 or More
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED
Salary Range: $13.50 – $13.50 Hourly
Job Category:
Recreation
Location:
Charlotte, NC
About this opportunity
The Youth Development Professional assists alongside program leaders in planning and leading center members and activities provided within a specific program area, supporting the priority outcomes of the program. May assist in special programs and/or events and/or participate in the implementation of other activities as necessary.
Participates in the Salvation Army’s ministry advancement by collaborating with the Salvation Army Officers to ensure Red Shield Youth Centers provide an engaging, enriching and empowering environment where youth develop Christ-like character, preparing them to become tomorrow’s leaders.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare Youth for Success (20%)
- Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:
- Promotes and stimulates program participation.
- Assists with registration of new members and participates in their Center orientation process.
- Provides guidance and role modeling to members.
- Assists in Program Development and Implementation (70%)
- Implements and administers programs, services and activities for Center members in an effective manner.
- Monitors and evaluates programs, services, and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the branch at all times. Prepare periodic activity reports.
- Assists with implementation of outreach efforts to sustain and increase program membership and program participation.
- Facility & Equipment Management (10%)
- Assists in maintaining facility and equipment in good working order.
- Assists in maintaining all storage areas keeping them orderly and clean.
- Reports all repairs, maintenance, and janitorial needs to supervisor.
Other Responsibilities
- May participate in special programs and/or events.
- Assists in the conservation of all Salvation Army resources.
- Abides by and enforce all Salvation Army policies and procedures.
- Be willing to assist in any way asked to fulfill the mission of The Salvation Army.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Why work for us?
The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.
Five values at the heart of everything we do… We are…
- Passionate
- Compassionate
- Uplifting
- Brave
- Trustworthy
Additional Information
All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
Application Submittal Period
July 17, 2026 – July 31, 2026
Equal Opportunity Statement
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Qualifications
What we are looking for in you:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- AND previous work in related field with Children and Youth preferred.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Ability to perform a variety of physical activities on a regular basis requiring constant motion (standing, walking, bending, squatting, climbing, reaching, pushing/pulling and hand-eye coordination) necessary to lead and participate in a variety of youth programming and physical activities.
Ability to lift (or obtain assistance…
Title: Youth Development Professional
Company: SALVATION ARMY CORP
Location: Charlotte, USA
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