Children, Youth & Young Adults Ministries Coordinator

Who We Are

For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and shelter. In addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Position Purpose summary:

The Children Youth & Young Adult Ministries Coordinator will provide an outreach and discipleship ministry to children youth and young adults from the Barrie Citadel and the local community from preschool through university. The incumbent will give focused attention to attaining the ultimate goal reaching children youth and young adults and solidly connecting them to the church; growing in their relationship and service to God.

ACCOUNTABILITES

Spiritual Leadership

• Contribute to the spiritual development of children and youth and their families within the church and community by mentoring discipling encouraging and modeling Christ-like attitudes and behaviors.

• Pray with and lead youth and family members to faith in Jesus Christ

• Follow up with youth and parents/guardians on spiritual decisions made building and strengthening relationships and guiding youth in establishing active links with the Corps and its ministries.

• Demonstrate keen pastoral interest in community outreach. Build relationships with youth and families that are connected to our Community & Family Services Day Care etc. Encourage the volunteer team to do the same.

• May plan and conduct creative worship services evangelistic outreach pastoral care opportunities Bible studies and childrens bible lessons as applicable.

• Cultivate a spiritual and relational leadership style with youth & children their friends and their families.

• Work as a key member with the churchs Pastoral Team providing pastoral care and oversight for children & youth ministries.

Children & Youth Programing Oversight

• Coordinate and maintain (and when necessary reimage) existing programing relevant to the Youth of the church and community at large including worship Bible studies small groups fellowship and discipleship.

• Plan promote facilitate and supervise special events including Rally Day Vacation Bible School any day trips or special outings and support Divisional Youth Events.

• Develop and organize outreach to schools and neighborhood organizations.

• Promote support and participate in Divisional and Territorial Children and Youth events.

• Work cooperatively and consultatively with the corps leaders to prepare and deliver youth worship services sermons devotionals for the senior corps and for youth events.

• Work together with existing fundraising efforts to raise funds and support participation in local (church & community) divisional and territorial initiatives.

• Commit to personal and professional development in coordination with the Corps Officer (courses training workshops etc.).

• Liaise with Community & Family Services (Bayside Mission Lillian Place) to connect with youth/families and to communicate appropriate services and programs the church offers.

• Interact with community partners and participate in community committees.

• Coordinate summer overnight camp registrations and follow-up

Volunteer Coordination & Leadership

• Develop a team of volunteers; recruit supervise orientate support and train volunteer leaders for youth discipleship programs such as Bible studies youth groups etc. in partnership with the Corps Officers and other youth leaders.

• Develop strategies and recommendations for volunteer development.

• Prepare post and maintain all volunteer schedules for those supervised in accordance with operational requirements ensuring adequate coverage for all program functions.

• Ensure compliance with all screening processes for children & youth volunteers including completion of police checks for volunteers statement of applicant for work with children and youth forms and online abuse prevention training.

Administration

• Ensure written records and logs of activities including activity reports and statistical information are prepared reported and maintained.

• Assist in the maintenance of volunteer files and statistical records as directed.

• See that all related promotional material for youth programs and services is drafted designed and distributed to church and community members in a timely manner (subject to approval by supervisor).

• Participate in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for the youth programs.

Communication

• Communicate in an empathetic manner with volunteer team congregants families and staff.

• Maintain frequent communication with children and parents using various communication methods (in person phone email social media website etc.)

• Demonstrate skills in social media applications (advertising creating videos etc.)

• Able to embrace growing technology needs post to social media platforms and develop cutting edge online communications.

• Inform the Corps Officer regarding any concerns or issues in a timely manner.

Health and Safety

• Maintain program storage areas (e.g. updating safety organizing etc.) in a tidy manor.

• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of equipment and supplies.

• Seek out continual education in food safety and health standards including maintaining Safe Food Handling Certification.

• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Armys health and safety policies and procedures.

Perform other related duties as required.

Working Conditions:

• This is a temporary full-time position 35 hours per week.

• The incumbent is expected to attend Sunday worship services invest and participate fully as a part of the Barrie Citadel congregation understanding that Sunday meeting attendance is an essential part of the ministry responsibility.

• The incumbent should be a self-starter and will be responsible for managing his/her own hours.

• The working environment is typically in the Corps building for most of the time with work being done in public spaces (ex. Schools and parks).

• The performance of the job requires the ability to lift/move 30 lbs. with no assistance from others reach bend twist and stoop frequently work in a standing or sitting position for long periods and computer keyboarding.

• Travel is associated with this position up to 24%. i.e. on occasion pick-up supplies attend community meetings. Note: required to use the program vehicle when available.

Normal hours of work: The working conditions are such that to meet the operational needs of the job flexibility in scheduling is required as it relates to hours of work and work schedule. i.e. meet with youth and young adults at regular events or special events/appointments. Includes a -hour unpaid meal break where applicable. Schedule will include evenings and weekends with the expectation of attendance and participation on Sundays at Barrie Community Church.

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Armys Mission Vision and Values in a professional manner upholding our code of conduct.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

Education Qualifications and Certifications:

• Completed a post-secondary degree/ college diploma program in related field of study such as Children/Youth Ministry or Biblical & Theological Studies.

• Ability and/or willingness to provide a First Aid/CPR certification.

• Safe food handling certification an asset.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

• Minimum of two (2) years of prior related experience working with children/youth/young adults and children/youth/young adult programming. Church based ministry experience preferred.

• Experience in volunteer supervision/coordination.

• Valid Ontario Class G Drivers License; personal vehicle and insurance and a current copy of a Drivers abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion is required.

• A second language would be an asset.

• Proficiency with social media and Microsoft Office Word PowerPoint etc.

Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Attention to detail problem solving and analytical skills.

• Comfortable working in a multicultural setting.

• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.

• Articulate and demonstrate a clear vision for the children/youth/young adult ministry.

• High standards of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics; the ability to use sound judgment when making decisions and the ability to model the values of The Salvation Army.

• Lead by example by demonstrating a positive attitude a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible.

• Exhibit empathetic listening skills have strong oral/written communication skills public people skills and people skills.

• Possess a passion for the spiritual development and well-being of young people.

• Maintain and promote a positive image of The Salvation Army by providing a high caliber of services and dealing with others in a courteous and professional manner.

• Represent The Salvation Army in a professional positive and engaging manner.

• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.

• Ability to work collaboratively and participate as an active team member in a cooperative team-oriented atmosphere.

• Ability to set goals for children and youth ministries and motivate the team and congregation to achieve them.

• A strong understanding of professional boundaries and the ability to establish/set appropriate boundaries when working with a vulnerable population.

• Ability to provide supervision coaching and conflict resolution.

• Understand support; committed to teach and promote and be able to communicate and model the Mission Values sound Christian doctrine and policies of The Salvation Army in Canada.

• Understand and accept the Mission Statement of Barrie Citadel.

• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion (i.e. The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening.

• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.