Overview:
Location: Stamford Corps (Stamford, CT)
Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Schedule: Mon Fri; 8:30 am 4:00 pm (hours will vary once programs are implemented to fit the needs of the programs)
Purpose of Position: Responsible for coordinating outreach to youth and Youth Ministries at the Stamford Corps.
Responsibilities:
- 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 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 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 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 Armys Employee Manuals.
- Serve as a positive and professional representative of The Salvation Army.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors 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 Armys 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.
The Salvation Army is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit 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 governments Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Most importantly a job with a great purpose!
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An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.