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Qualifications
An Associate's degree with a minimum of two years experience in progressively responsible youth development work or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
A senior soldier in good standing or willing to support Salvation Army doctrine, mission, and practices with the encouragement to explore senior soldiership.
Knowledge of principles and practices of The Salvation Army- preservation of its mission and doctrine.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of youth ministries and program development.
Ability to research and interpret youth ministry materials to determine compliance of outside sources with Salvation Army doctrine.
Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and complete tasks with minimal direction.
Ability to use Salvation Army-approved word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and graphics/desktop publishing software packages.
Valid Driver's License. (Must meet the guidelines provided by the State of residence and the automobile insurance provider about corps' passenger vans/buses.)
Must pass The Salvation Army background checks and driving requirements.
Second language proficiency may be required at some locations.
The incumbent must understand that the provisions of Safe From Harm will apply upon employment commencement and know that the required Safe From Harm training program must be satisfactorily completed within the first thirty (30) days of work.
Summary of Position
The Youth Development Coordinator is responsible to:
Develop youth (0-29yrs) in their faith, character, and person through the corps programs and ministries.
Increase local corps programs and outreach to youth.
Provide oversight of multiple youth programs by providing program leadership and guidance, support, and basic training to active youth leaders within the corps.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This job description is not all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential duties of the position. Corps officers/administrators may assign other duties, responsibilities, and tasks.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating that fosters and maintains positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors. This would include but not be limited to such actions: the resolution of conflicts in a positive way; courteous treatment of staff, clients, and visitors; respect of others' property and person, and professional and appropriate communication to and about co-workers, supervisors, and subordinates. Support the Mission of The Salvation Army by treating every donor, contact, and colleague with respect and dignity and without discrimination.
General Functions:
Further, the mission of The Salvation Army is through ministry and spiritual development of youth (0-29yrs).
Provide Christian example and leadership to youth to encourage their spiritual development.
Provide an example of Salvationism to fulfill the Army's mission of saving the lost, serving suffering humanity, and making disciples for Jesus.
A person of prayer whose character is entirely consistent with their Christian faith.
Seek to discover ways to engage youth in the Salvation Army's distinctive and sponsored programs with the result of getting children active in the corps and enrolled as members of The Salvation Army.
Understand that programs do not necessarily have to be conducted in the corps facility but can also be done at community centers, community rooms, schools, etc.
Encourage, train, and engage in evangelism in ways relevant to youth.
Meet with leaders and counterparts to foster growth, best practices, and consistency across the Division.
Internal Functions:
Plan, schedule, coordinate, facilitate, develop and monitor a variety of educational, recreational, relational, and spiritual development activities, events, and trips for children, youth, and young adults that promote:
Thriving individual spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical development
A healthy and safe environment for youth to learn
Opportunities to discover and practice love for God and neighbors
Skills for productive participation in family and corps life, as well as their extended community
Oversee and organize ongoing training, development, and discipleship programs for active local youth leaders, working closely with the Corps Officer.
Identify and encourage new leadership potential from within or outside the corps to fill current and future leadership needs.
Build positive relationships with existing youth leaders, parents, and youth.
Serve as an intentional mentor and role model: share meals and fellowship time; provide individual spiritual guidance when needed; remain available as much as possible, which may require responding to emergencies outside of regular work hours.
Available to organize and conduct weekly Bible study/small group meetings for the youth.
Ensure youth attend Sunday services, Bible study, and Gospel Arts rehearsals as required.
Provide opportunity/training for youth to participate in volunteer/ministry opportunities (thrift stores, disaster services, feeding the homeless, Community Care, Christmas effort, mission opportunities, active roles in Corps' life and worship, etc.).
They planned, developed, and distributed a regular newsletter via email, Facebook, and mail addressing the interests and needs of youth - promoting awareness, information, and involvement in programs.
Record and maintain statistical information regarding youth-related activities and participants.
Participate as needed in the Young People pastoral care and Corps Council.
Attend and participate in Corps staff meetings.
Planned, organized, and scheduled youth activities for Spring Break and summer months as needed in the community.
External Functions:
Build relationships with other agencies involved with or interested in youth to develop local resources:
Meet with high school and college staff to find students who plan to go into the youth work/ministry and could be potential staff or volunteers.
Speak to civic clubs, schools, and local businesses about corps programs or opportunities within The Salvation Army who could become potential volunteers or donors.
Seek to find those in the community that could provide leadership to Salvation Army youth programs, camps, outdoor events, and other activities.
Work with community leaders to develop an environment for youth to thrive in all aspects of their lives. Seek to bring all such community groups and youth representatives to plan, organize, and put into practice needed programs/opportunities and to address problems, issues, and hopes that relate to the youth population in the local community and corps.
Other Responsibilities/Expectations:
Attend Salvation Army services/events to support and develop relationships with youth and adult leaders across the Division.
Attend Youth Councils with corps delegates and serve as a chaperone.
Trained in Safe from Harm and qualified to teach the course locally.
Ensure that Safe from Harm guidelines are instituted and followed locally.
Perform other activities/special projects as assigned and only as it relates to youth development.
Some travel to camps, events, workshops, and seminars as required.
May assist with seasonal kettle campaign.
They may be required to supervise youth program staff and volunteers.