Assistant Youth Ministries Coordinator

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Youth Ministries Assistant to support youth ministry activities and programs. The role involves planning events, ensuring children's safety, and maintaining a positive environment. Applicants should have some college education in children's education and experience working with young children. Creativity and the ability to work flexible hours are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ year working with young children.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing activities for children's spiritual growth.
• Maintain a safe and positive environment for learning.
• Teach a Pre-school Sunday School lesson each Sunday.

Skills

Creative

Spanish Language

CPR/Basic First Aid

Education

Some college in children's education

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

TEAMS

SharePoint

Job description

Position Summary: To support The Youth Ministries Coordinator (YMC) in all aspects of youth ministry, programing, and events, including overseeing employees, volunteers, care for children and provide a safe, positive, and beneficial experience in a Christian environment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning and implementation of activities and events that support spiritual growth in various age groups of children.


• Maintain files and gather statistical and financial data for corps youth and program efforts as directed by the YMC.


• Attend youth and program related events as required by the YMC.


• Work within our nursery to keep the children safe, teach them about the love of Jesus, Prepare, teach, and execute plans as needed by the YMC.


• Carry out a planned activity each nursery time (e.g., craft, game, coloring, and/or story time).


• Teach a Pre-school Sunday School lesson each Sunday.


• Properly clean and maintain all areas used for nursery care and youth programs.


• Work in close coordination and cooperation with Church Youth Leaders.


• Maintain focus on interacting with the kids.


• Check children's diapers and change them as needed and in a timely manner.


• Follow behavioral management policies with all youth.


• Maintain a safe and positive environment that facilitates learning. (Relay any noticed safety issues or need for supplies to the Youth Ministries Coordinator.)


• Work with children of Spanish/English class to bridge to Corps.


• Fulfill assigned responsibilities and hours during Summer Day Camp and the Christmas season


• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Responsibilities:

• Work in the gym and kitchen to help with dinnertime during Wednesday evening activities.


• Set up and tear down events as directed by the YMC.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Some college in children's education or equivalent combination of education and experience


• 1+ year working with young children

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Seek to share the Good News of Jesus Christ using the positive influence of a vibrant personal relationship with the Lord.


• Ability to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends (including Sundays) as needed throughout the year


• Must be creative and have artistic abilities.


• Must support The Salvation Army mission statement.


• Preferred basic knowledge of Spanish Language.


• Be trained in CPR/Basic First Aid or get training within first 90 days of employment.

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365


• Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint or the ability to learn programs.


• Knowledgeable in social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)

Certificates and Licenses:

• Complete Safe from Harm training, and keep current as needed


• Must have and maintain a current valid chauffer license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR); or gain the chauffer license within 90 days