Children & Youth Ministry Coordinator

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charitable organization is seeking a Children & Youth Ministry Coordinator to foster spiritual development and oversee programming for youth and families in Mississauga. The role involves mentoring youth, organizing community outreach, and managing volunteer teams. If you are passionate about making a difference and guiding young individuals, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• Diplôme en ministère pour enfants/jeunes ou études bibliques.
• Certifications de premiers secours/formation en sécurité alimentaire.

Responsibilities

• Développer et superviser des programmes pour les jeunes.
• Former et coordonner des bénévoles.
• Entretenir une liaison active avec la communauté locale.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Education

Post-secondary degree or college diploma in Children/Youth Ministry or Biblical & Theological Studies

Current Safe Food Handlers and First Aid/CPR certifications

Job description

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Children & Youth Ministry Coordinator

Apply remote type Onsite locations Mississauga, ON time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: June 19, 2025 (7 days left to apply) job requisition id JR103012

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 worldwide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing, and shelter. 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:

ACCOUNTABILITIES

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 church and its ministries.

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

• Cultivate a “spiritual and relational leadership style” with youth, children, their friends, and their families.

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

Children & Youth Programming Oversight

• Attend Sunday worship services and participate fully as a part of the Mississauga Community Church congregation, understanding that Sunday meeting attendance is an essential part of the ministry responsibility.

• Coordinate and maintain (and when necessary, reimagine) existing programming relevant to the youth of the church and community at large, including worship, Bible studies, small groups, fellowship, discipleship, and regular special events.

• Maintain a clear focus on outreach, looking for opportunities to reach out to our communities, providing regular programs and events (e.g., Rally Day, Easter Egg Hunt, Christmas Breakfast, Community events, public school clubs, camps, music school, etc.) that will connect youth and families from our Community Services and surrounding neighborhoods, while fostering intergenerational connections and encouraging further connections to the life of MCC. This will require collaboration with our Outreach Officers as well as a comprehensive follow-up and communication strategy.

• Oversee the development, organization, and mobilization of a comprehensive outreach ministry for our communities, providing regular programs and events that will connect with youth and families from our Community & Family Services ministries.

• Oversee the Youth Music School and work collaboratively to support its leaders and other volunteers. Provide oversight to the Music School Director.

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

• Work cooperatively and consultatively with church leaders to prepare and deliver youth worship services, sermons, and devotionals for the senior corps and 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 supervisor (courses, training, workshops, etc.).

Volunteer Coordination & Leadership

• Develop a team of volunteers; recruit, supervise, orient, support, and train volunteer leaders for youth discipleship programs such as Bible studies, youth groups, Music School, 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, ensuring adequate coverage for all program functions.

• Ensure MCC is compliant with all screening processes for children & youth volunteers, including police checks, statements of applicant for work with children and youth, and online abuse prevention training.

Administration

• Ensure written records and logs of activities, including reports and statistics, are prepared, reported, and maintained.

• Assist in maintaining volunteer files and statistical records as directed.

• Ensure all promotional material for youth programs and services is drafted, designed, and distributed in a timely manner (subject to supervisor approval).

• Participate in developing and implementing policies and procedures for youth programs.

Communication

• Communicate professionally with volunteer teams, congregants, families, and staff.

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

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

• Embrace growing technology needs, post to social media platforms, and develop online communications.

• Inform the Corps Officer of any concerns or issues promptly.

Health and Safety

• Maintain program storage areas in a tidy manner.

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

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

• Work in compliance with OH&S Act, regulations, and The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies.

Perform other related duties as required.

Critical Relationship Management:

• Internal relationships: Corps Officers, congregation members, volunteers, staff.

• Attend and participate in church leadership and staff meetings as required.

• Work effectively with local and program leaders.

• External relationships: Local community groups and schools.

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY:

• This position reports directly to the Corps Officer for Congregational Ministries.

• Collaborate with other MCC Officer Team members and Senior Leadership Team.

• Hold regular volunteer meetings with all children and youth volunteers.

• Supervise 15-20 youth volunteer leaders within established guidelines.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• Maintain current curriculum and program equipment.

• Contribute to youth budget planning and work within the assigned budget.

Working Conditions:

• This is a permanent full-time position, 40 hours per week.

• The environment is primarily office and community settings at three sites.

• Ability to lift/move up to 40 lbs.

• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping; sitting and standing for periods.

• Travel (~10%) for supplies and meetings, using program vehicle when available.

Hours of Work: Flexibility required, including evenings, weekends, and Sundays at Mississauga Community Church.

Core Values: All responsibilities should be performed in alignment with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision, and Values, maintaining professionalism and conduct standards.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• Post-secondary degree or college diploma in Children/Youth Ministry or Biblical & Theological Studies.

• Current Safe Food Handlers and First Aid/CPR certifications or willingness to obtain.

Experience and Skills:

• Minimum two years working with youth and youth programs.

• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, personal vehicle, insurance, and satisfactory driver’s abstract.

• Second language is an asset.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Willingness to join Mississauga Community Church.

• Attention to detail, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

• Comfortable in multicultural settings.

• Strong integrity, confidentiality, ethics, fairness, and flexibility.

• Team-oriented, goal-setting, motivational, and communication skills.

• Good listening, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.

• Self-motivated and disciplined.

• Ability to supervise, coach, and resolve conflicts.

• Willingness to undergo screening and background checks, including vulnerable sector screening.

• Supportive of The Salvation Army’s mission and purpose in Canada.

Compensation: The target range is $23.28 to $29.10, up to $34.92, based on experience and qualifications. Reasonable accommodations available upon request via [e-mail].