Children/Youth Coordinator – North York

This is a fixed-term 12-month contract based on 15 hours per week temporary position. This job requires the ability to stand, sit, and use a computer.

Start Date: October 18, 2021

End Date:  October 18, 2022

Interested applicants must respond in writing with a cover letter and resume.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Spiritual Leadership:

• Contribute with the spiritual development of children/youth by mentoring, discipling, encouraging, and modeling appropriate Christian attitudes and behaviours
• Pray with and lead youth to Christ, as well as family members, where opportunity is given
• Follow up with youth and parents/guardians on spiritual decisions made, build, and strengthen relationships, and guide youth in establishing active links with the Corps and its ministries
• Other duties as required, including the possibility of occasional Sunday preaching

Children and Youth Program Leadership:

• Provide leadership/oversight for all current child/youth ministries
• Evaluate, develop, and implement programs/ministries relevant to the children and youth of the church and the wider community
• Plan, promote, facilitate, and supervise special events, including Rally Day, Vacation Bible School, any day trips or special outings, and support Divisional Youth Events
• Create and coordinate evangelistic outreach activities and provide/ensure pastoral care for children/youth as well as parents and guardians
• Must be accountable to the Corps Ministry Team for regular updates
• Inform the Corps Officer regarding any concerns or issues in a timely manner
• Plan and give immediate oversight to weekly discipleship programming, including the use of the Orange Curriculum

Volunteer Coordination & Leadership

• Recruit and train volunteer leaders, as needed; submit recommendations and facilitate leadership development of volunteer team members
• Deal with volunteer complaints and incident reports
• Prepare, post, and maintain all volunteer schedules in accordance with operational requirements ensuring adequate coverage for all program functions
• Prepare and maintain written records/logs of activities, including activity reports and statistical information in accordance with TSA guidelines and standards
• Provide direction and support to program volunteers ensuring that they work together to achieve the purpose of the organization and enhance the ministries of The Salvation Army
• Must submit all pertinent statistics into The Salvation Army’s database (SAMIS)

Community Relationship Management:

• Liaise with our Community & Family Services to connect with youth/families, and to communicate appropriate services and programs the church offers
• Manage online ministries and online services as well as social media accounts

• Develop and maintain a strong social media presence for youth programs in accordance with TSA mission, vision, and values

• Connect with local school personnel to explore any mission/outreach possibilities

Health and Safety

• Maintain program storage areas (e.g., updating, safety, organizing, etc.).
• 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 Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all COVID-19 protocols and requirements.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• Applicant to have up to two (2) years of Community College – or prior related experience.

• Completion of a certificate or diploma in Biblical Studies/Theology, Bible College/Youth Ministry education.
• Additional education in Children/Youth work is an asset.

• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Children/Youth leadership, with a background in volunteer coordination and strong outreach and discipleship skills.

Skills and Capabilities (examples provided below):

• Proficiency with social media and Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Must have good written and verbal communication.
• Must have proficiencies in various social media platforms.
• Conflict management and resolution skills.
• Ability to teach and lead various activities.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics.
• Ability to participate as an active team member in a cooperative team-oriented atmosphere.
• An ability to communicate to, motivate, train, and empower youth and youth ministry volunteers.
• Ability to work well within a cooperative team environment and follow the direction of the immediate supervisor.
• Possess strong interpersonal and conflict management skills, including the ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality.
• Articulate and demonstrate a clear vision for child/youth ministry.
• 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.
• Participation in The Salvation Army Brockville Community Church as an active member is expected.
• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks
• 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.
• Proof of valid Safe Food Handlers Certification and First Aid/CPR or willingness to obtain.

Successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and/or Vulnerable Sector Screening.

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.  If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.