Church Youth Coordinator

Purpose of Position

Responsible for coordinating outreach to youth and Youth Ministries at the Stamford Corps. Maintain a daily devotional and prayer life. Participate in weekly Corps’ Worship Service (a.k.a. Holiness Meeting). Work in unity with the Corps Officers to ensure programming excellence in youth ministries. Develop and maintain healthy working relationships with all persons in accordance with The Salvation Army's practices and policies. Develop, create, and establish programs for youth and young adults at The Salvation Army Stamford Corps. Coordinate and implement the evangelism, discipleship, and leadership development of the young people involved in Corps’ programs, including opportunities for new ministry initiatives. Plan and implement recruitment, leadership development, and training opportunities to increase the quality and effectiveness of volunteer staff. Regularly contact and visit those who 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.

Requirements

• 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 driver’s license and ability 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Must embrace, support, and reflect well on The Salvation Army’s mission and values.
• A positive “can-do” attitude.
• 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.

Skills

• Coordination and implementation of youth programs.
• Leadership and support for youth activities.
• Recruitment and training of volunteers.
• Communication and relationship building with youth and families.
• Organizational and administrative tasks.
• Use of technology and Microsoft Office.
• Driving and transportation of youth.

Benefits

The Salvation Army offers a comprehensive benefits program to full-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, including:

• 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.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Mon - Fri; 8:30 am - 4:00 pm (hours will vary once programs are implemented to fit the needs of the programs)