Youth Ministries Coordinator

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a Youth Ministries Coordinator. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating outreach to youth and youth ministries at The Salvation Army Eastern Territory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a daily devotional and prayer life.
• Participate in weekly Corps Worship Service.
• Work in unity with the Corps Officers to ensure programming excellence in youth ministries.
• Develop and maintain a healthy working relationship with all persons in accordance with the practices and policies of The Salvation Army.
• Develop, create, and establish programs for youth and young adults at The Salvation Army Eastern Territory.
• Coordinate and implement the evangelism, discipleship, and leadership development of the young people involved in Corps programs.
• Plan and implement recruitment, leadership development, and training opportunities to increase the quality and effectiveness of volunteer staff.
• Regularly contact and visit those that participate in youth activities and their families.
• Provide leadership and support for youth Sunday School classes and other youth programming.
• Provide leadership and support as needed for youth activities such as Junior Soldiers, Corps Cadets, Bible Bowl, Music Programs, Vacation Bible School, Star Search, Troops Programs, etc.
• Recruit, coordinate, and transport kids attending camp, Youth Councils, young adult gatherings, and other divisional events.
• Maintain all records of attendance and statistics for related programs.
• Maintain clean and professional work and program areas.
• Maintain youth programming throughout the year, including Christmas and summer break.
• Attend all required Youth Ministries Coordinator meetings conducted by Territorial and Divisional Youth Departments.
• Adhere to guidelines for staff responsibilities as found in The Salvation Army's Employee Manuals.
• Serve as a positive and professional representative of The Salvation Army.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience working with youth.
• Strong personal Christian values and high moral character.
• Creative program abilities.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to be a team member and work alone to complete tasks.
• Intermediate-level computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.
• Valid Drivers License and able to drive a 12-passenger van.
• A Uniform wearing Salvationist preferred.
• Musical ability preferred but not a requirement.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
• Must embrace, support, and reflect well on The Salvation Army's mission and values.
• A positive can-do attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Demonstrate discretion, integrity, and confidentiality in dealing with all matters.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Must maintain a professional appearance.
• Must complete the KeepSAfe training and other required trainings upon hire.
• Self-motivated and dependable.
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to organize.
• Will respect and promote the interest of The Salvation Army.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health care coverage, including dental/vision/hearing, with low cost employee premiums, co-pays, and deductibles.
• Employer-funded pension plan (100% vested after five years of eligible service).
• Telehealth/online doctor visits.
• $20K Basic Life Insurance including grief counseling services, funeral planning services, and will/power of attorney/legal document preparation (no cost to employee).
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Short-term disability coverage (no cost to employee).
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Supplemental insurance coverage options (Aflac, homeowners, auto, and pet insurance).
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care.
• 403(b) tax-deferred annuity plan.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, and marriage leave.
• Eligibility for the federal government's Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Most importantly a job with a great purpose.