Children and Youth Coordinator (Temporary)

About the role

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here. Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Job Description: POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY: To provide an outreach and discipleship ministry to children and young people from the Church and the local community, from preschool through University, with the ultimate goal of reaching them with the gospel, solidly connecting them with the church, and growing them in their relationship and service to God. ACCOUNTABILITIES: Spiritual Leadership : Contribute with the spiritual development of children/youth by mentoring, discipling, encouraging, and modeling appropriate Christian attitudes and behaviors. Pray with and lead youth to Christ, as well as family members, where opportunity is given. Follow up with youth and parents/guardians on spiritual decisions made, build, and strengthen relationships, and guide youth in establishing active links with the Corps and its ministries. Plan and conduct creative worship services, evangelistic outreach, pastoral care opportunities, Bible studies and children's bible lessons as applicable. Attend worship services and may preach occasionally as gifting dictates. Attend church related activities/events as it pertains to children and youth ministries. Other duties as required Children and Youth Program Leadership: Provide oversight for all current child/youth ministries, including day camp. Evaluate, develop, and implement programs/ministries relevant to the children and youth of the church and the wider community. Plan, promote, facilitate, and supervise special events, including Rally Day, Day Camps, Vacation Bible School, any day trips or special outings, and support Divisional Youth Events. Must be accountable to the Mission Board via participating in the Program Committee and providing regular updates. Recruit and train volunteer leaders, as needed; submit recommendations and facilitate leadership development of volunteer team members. Prepare, post, and maintain all volunteer schedules in accordance with operational requirements ensuring adequate coverage for all program functions. Provide direction and support to program leaders and volunteers ensuring that they work together to achieve the purpose of the organization and enhance the ministries of The Salvation Army. Prepare and maintain written records/logs of activities, including activity reports and statistical information in accordance with TSA guidelines and standards Community Relationship Management: Liaise with our Community & Family Services to connect with youth/families, and to communicate appropriate services and programs the church offers. Coordinate summer overnight camp registrations and follow-up Assist with Christmas assistance programs in November and December. Develop and maintain a strong social media presence for youth programs in accordance with TSA mission, vision, and values. Connect with local school personnel to explore any mission/outreach possibilities. Health and Safety Maintain program storage areas (e.g., updating, safety, organizing, etc.). Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures. Complete and maintain training and abide by policies pertaining to health and safety 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. Complete and maintain training pertaining to abuse prevention for children and vulnerable adults First Aid/CPR certification an asset Safe food handling certification an asset CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: Internal: Corps Officers Community & Family Services volunteers and staff Corps members Mission Board Program Committee External: Local community groups and schools Community children, youth, and their families MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: This position reports directly to Corps Officers Supervise and oversee about 5 volunteers at a time within established guidelines Provide leadership/oversight for all current child/youth ministry activities and events FINANCIAL AND MA