Full Time Children & Youth Coordinator

at  The Salvation Army

The Children & Youth Coordinator will provide oversight to youth and children ministries programs (ages 0-25) and give focused attention to strengthen and grow the programs and attend to the spiritual growth and development of the youth, children, and young adults who attend the Richmond Hill) Community Church and /or are from the surrounding community. In a cooperative team-based environment, the incumbent will design and implement a holistic Gospel-centered and relational focused ministry including but not limited to Christian discipleship, leadership development, community outreach and community partnerships.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of a formal post-secondary/college program of one academic year in Biblical Studies/Theology, Bible College/Youth Ministry education.
• Additional education in Children/Youth work is an asset.
• Proof of valid Safe Food Handlers and First Aid & CPR Certifications or willingness to obtain.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, personal vehicle required and insurance, current copy of driver’s abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• 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:

• Proficient computer skills in all aspects of Microsoft Office.
• Lead by example, by demonstrating a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible.
• Represent The Salvation Army in a professional, positive, and engaging manner.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
• Solid grasp and application skills in social media applications (advertising, creating videos etc.)
• Ability to embrace growing technology needs - able to post to social media platforms and aptitude to develop online communications.
• Strong public speaking skills with the ability to preach a sermon or give a devotional when required.
• Innovative - a proven ability to think “outside the box”, methods of outreach, discipleship training and other areas of ministry; open to new ideas, different contexts, people, and worldviews.
• Confident, self-motivated, mission minded, able to work with other staff or independently.
• Fundamental Christian Counselling and conflict resolution skills are an asset.
• Possess strong interpersonal and conflict management skills, including the ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality.
• 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.
• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and 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 purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Spiritual Leadership:

• Contribute to the spiritual development of youth & children within the church and community by mentoring, encouraging, and modelling appropriate attitudes and behaviours.
• Cultivate a “spiritual and relational leadership style” with youth & children, their friends, and their families.
• Work as a key member of the church team providing pastoral care and oversight for youth & children ministries.
• Conduct and coordinate Bible studies for youth & children, students, and young adults.
• Prays with and/or leads children/youth and family members to faith in Jesus Christ as opportunity permits.
• Be willing to make Richmond Hill Community Church your home church, with the understanding that Sunday meetings attendance is an essential part of the ministry responsibility.