Community Outreach Coordinator

Canadian Baptists of Ontario & Quebec; Canada; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate summer camps and family events. This exciting role involves planning, leading, and implementing creative programs for children and families, fostering connections within a diverse community. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and leadership experience with volunteers. Join this vibrant team to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people and families in your community. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow and serve in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and leadership skills required for children's programs.
• Experience in planning and implementing community events is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate two children's summer camps and weekly family events.
• Provide leadership for Sunday morning children's program.

Skills

Good written communication skills

Strong public speaking skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to lead a team of volunteers

Education

Completed high school

Pursuing post-secondary education

Tools

Laptop computer

Reliable home internet connection

Job description

This position is made possible through a grant from Canada Summer Jobs. The applicant must be between the ages of 15-30 years. This position is best suited for someone who has completed high school and is pursuing post-secondary education/opportunities. The successful candidate will need the following: ability to work on site and from home; reliable home internet connection; laptop computer.

Overview of Church and Community

Highland Baptist Church is located in a changing and diverse community in Kitchener. We are surrounded by students, young families, senior citizens, newcomers to Canada and pretty much everyone else. We are within easy reach of Kitchener’s downtown. Our church is growing more diverse as time goes by. We seek to love and serve one another and our surrounding community through our children and youth programs, community dinners, CNDC (Children’s Needs Distribution Center), and other ministry opportunities. Our building is used throughout the week for ESL classes. And we share our building with both a Sudanese congregation and a Karen congregation.

Church Purpose | Mission Statement

God calls us to practice the compassion and love of Jesus Christ, locally and globally, in risk-taking mission and service and to nurture a diverse and thriving church family where all people

Role and Responsibilities

FunDay Summer Day Camps

Coordinate two low-cost children’s summer programs, for children in our community by:

• Planning, developing, leading and implementing the camps
• Recruiting volunteers and advertising for the event

Camps will take place July 21-25 and August 18-22

Community Events for Families & Children

Coordinate creative, low-cost, weekly, evening event for families and/or children in our community by:

• Planning, implementing, and attending the events
• Recruiting volunteers and advertising for the events

Weekly Children’s Program

Provide leadership for Sunday morning children’s program by:

• Providing programming and administrative support for the program
• Teaching children in the program

Summer Youth Programs

Along with the youth leadership team, provide summer youth activities by:

• Taking part and providing leadership as needed in youth activities approximately once/week
• Providing leadership and assistance to youth service project (takes place August 18-22)
• Fostering relationships and community connections with youth

Administration

Assist with administrative duties such as phone calls, responding to e-mails, promoting events, etc. in order to ensure that the above responsibilities are effectively carried out.

The position is for 12 weeks, Monday June 9 – Friday August 29.

Preferred Skills

Good written communication skills; strong public speaking skills; the ability to work independently; the ability to lead a team of volunteers.