Youth and Children Coordinator

The Salvation Army; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Children and Youth Ministry Leader to enhance spiritual development among youth in Toronto. This part-time role involves mentoring, program leadership, and community outreach to strengthen ties with families and ensure vibrant youth ministries. Candidates should have a background in youth leadership and theological education.

Benefits

Reasonable accommodation upon request

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Children/Youth leadership.
• Preferred qualification in Biblical Studies or Youth Ministry.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for children's and youth ministries.
• Recruit and train volunteers for youth programs.
• Evaluate and implement relevant programs for children and youth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict Management

Teamwork

Mentoring

Education

Certificate in Biblical Studies/Theology

Additional education in Children/Youth work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social Media

Job description

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:
To give leadership to children and youth ministry, including discipleship and the creation of programs that enhance the faith in the lives of children and youth.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. 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

2. 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 ofthe church and the wider community.
• Apply for grants, including Canada Summer Jobs Grants.
• Plan, promote, facilitate, and supervise special events, including Fall Fest, Day Camps, any day trips or special outings, and support Divisional Youth Events
• Create and coordinate evangelistic outreach activities and provide/ensure pastoral care forchildren/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 ofthe Orange Curriculum

3. Volunteer Coordination & Leadership

• Recruit and train volunteer leaders, as needed; submit recommendations and facilitateleadership development of volunteer team members
• Deal with volunteer complaints and incident reports
• Prepare, post, and maintain all volunteer schedules in accordance with operationalrequirements ensuring adequate coverage for all program functions
• Prepare and maintain written records/logs of activities, including activity reports andstatistical information in accordance with TSA guidelines and standards
• Provide direction and support to program volunteers ensuring that they work together toachieve 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)

4. Community Relationship Management:

• Liaise with our Community & Family Services to connect with youth/families, and tocommunicate 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 TSAmission, vision, and values
• Connect with local school personnel to explore any mission/outreach possibilities

5. 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 SafeFood Handling Certification.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.

Perform other position related duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a temporary part-time position based on 21 hours per week.
• This job requires the ability to lift/move 20 lbs. and reach, bend, stand, sit, and use acomputer.
• Working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions.
• Normal hours of work are such that meet operational needs;
• Flexibility in scheduling is required as it relates to hours of work and work schedule. i.e.,meetings with youth at regular events or special events/appointments.
• Schedule will include evenings and weekends.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• Completion of a certificate or diploma in Biblical Studies/Theology, Bible College/YouthMinistry education is preferred
• Additional education in Children/Youth work is an asset.
• Proof of valid Safe Food Handlers Certification and First Aid/CPR or willingness to obtain.

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.

Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Proficiency with computer skills including social media, Microsoft Office suite, information systems, and related skills.
• 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.
• An ability to communicate to, motivate, train, and empower youth and youth ministryvolunteers.
• 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.
• Participate in The Salvation Army North York Community Church as an active member.
• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army AbuseRegistry)
• 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 purposeof The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $23.28 to $29.10 with a maximum of $34.92.

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 [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.