Position: STEAM Behavior Support Specialist         

Department: Nita M. Lowey 21^st CCLC Roller Enrichment Academy, Harrisburg, PA

Availability of Position:  June 16 – July 24, 2025    

Schedule: PT+, 28 hours per week, flexible to meet job demands June 16-July 24, 2025, 8am-3pm

Reporting Relationship: Directly: Youth and Family Education Administrator Indirectly: Programs and Services Chief Administrator

Salary Grade: 74 Non-Exempt, seasonal

Position Overview:

The Behavior Support Specialist will work to support specific students in behavior intervention and support during classroom time, recreational periods and field trips. The Specialist will work closely with the program administration to determine goals and behavior plans. The Specialist will adhere to program behavior policies and structure, including the use of positive language in coaching students. Must be prepared to work with all program ages (K – 6th grade). Experience with behavior support or intervention required. This position is part-time, seasonal employment.

Requirements:  

• Confidentiality in all areas, mandatory
• Associate degree in a related field
• 2 years of work experience in related fields
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.
• Valid Driver’s License Preferred
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly in English
• Must possess good interpersonal relationship skills
• Must be a team player
• Must be trustworthy and responsible
• Must understand and be willing to extend great customer service

• Valid Driver’s License and able to obtain insurance clearances as determined by The Salvation Army's insurance company.
• As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 within 30 days of employment with recurrent training required every five years thereafter.
• Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check.
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Contact:  Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below:

External candidates interested in this position please apply online at http://careers.salvationarmy.org. 

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at http://internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com.

No phone calls please.

Released by the Divisional Human Resources Department on 5/14/25.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

The Salvation Army will not hire any applicant for employment if the criminal background check reveals a conviction (or a guilty plea or plea of nolo contendre) for any sexual or violent crime.  This policy is intended to help ensure safety in Salvation Army workplaces.

The Salvation Army’s 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

Requisition No. 2397