Youth and Family Ministries Coordinator

The Salvation Army; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Butler Corps is seeking a Family Ministries Coordinator to lead and disciple youth, design dynamic programs (Sunday School, youth groups, VBS) and foster biblical growth in a safe, church-wide environment.

You will collaborate with Corps Officers, supervise volunteers, coordinate events, ensure KeepSAfe compliance and pursue required certifications, while advancing evangelism and service in the community.

Qualifications

• PA Clearances required upon employment and thereafter upon renewal: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, Request for Criminal Record, and Fingerprint-based federal criminal history.
• PA Mandated and Permissive Reporting and The Salvation Army’s KeepSAfe training required.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead engaging youth programs (e.g., Sunday School, youth group, Junior Soldiers, Corps Cadets, VBS) grounded in Scripture and The Salvation Army’s Articles of Faith.
• Collaborate with Corps Officers and Local Officers to align youth ministry with spiritual and evangelical objectives.
• Organize Sunday School assemblies with staffed classes and budget compliance.
• Build Christ-centered relationships with youth, families, and the community to drive discipleship and outreach.
• Coordinate attendance and participation in divisional and territorial youth events, managing recruitment, transportation, and fundraising.
• Ensure youth safety by adhering to KeepSAfe policies and maintaining supervision.
• Recruit, train, and mentor adult volunteers to support a faith-nurturing environment.
• Maintain accurate records and statistics per Salvation Army policies.

Job description

Overview

The Family Ministries Coordinator is a dedicated leader tasked with discipling youth into a vibrant faith and holy lifestyle, advancing The Salvation Army’s mission to share the gospel and meet human needs without discrimination through intentional youth ministry.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead engaging youth programs (e.g., Sunday School, youth group, Junior Soldiers, Corps Cadets, VBS) that foster fellowship, worship, evangelism, and service, grounded in Scripture and The Salvation Army’s Articles of Faith.
• Collaborate with Corps Officers and Local Officers to align youth ministry with the Corps’ spiritual and evangelical objectives, emphasizing soul-winning, discipleship, and service to humanity.
• Organize inspiring Sunday School preliminaries (assemblies), ensuring staffed classes and budget compliance.
• Build Christ-centered relationships with youth, families, and the community to drive discipleship and outreach.
• Coordinate attendance and participation in divisional and territorial youth events (e.g., Youth Councils, Bible Bowl, camps), managing recruitment, transportation, and fundraising.
• Ensure youth safety by adhering to KeepSAfe policies and maintaining supervision.
• Recruit, train, and mentor adult volunteers to support a faith-nurturing environment.
• Obtain ServSafe Manager Certificate (within 6 weeks) and CPR/First Aid certification (within 4 weeks).
• Maintain accurate records and statistics per Salvation Army policies, stewarding resources responsibly.
• Participate in Corps worship and special Sundays to model spiritual maturity.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with seasonal efforts like Christmas/Kettle campaigns.
• Follow up with youth and families from VBS, social services, or community activities to integrate them into Corps life.
• Attend divisional youth meetings and conferences, sharing insights with local leaders.
• Recommend Biblical resources aligned with Arminian-Wesleyan theology and pray with individuals, referring complex needs to Corps Officers.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support The Salvation Army Butler Corps mission.

COMMITMENT:

• Glorify God and uphold The Salvation Army’s Mission, Strategy, and Values.
• Pray for the Butler Corps community and assist in discipling its members.
• Provide pastoral care to youth and adhere to Salvation Army policies and regulations.

EXPECTATIONS:

• Spiritual Growth - Pursue holiness through daily prayer, monthly retreats, and accountability with Corps Officers and Local Officers.
• Leadership - Offer strategic vision and servant leadership, adapting to evolving needs.
• Teaching - Deliver biblically sound lessons and preach 3-6 Sundays annually as scheduled.

Qualifications

• All three PA Clearances required upon employment and thereafter upon renewal date: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, Request for Criminal Record, and Fingerprint based federal criminal history.
• PA Mandated and Permissive Reporting and The Salvation Army’s KeepSAfe training required.