Youth Ministries Coordinator

Join a team where you can offer compassion, dignity, and sustainable opportunities for people in need in your local community!

The Salvation Army is an inspiring place to work. With offices in every major US city and over 120 countries around the globe, it's a place where people can invest in people on every level. In the Northwest region of the US, we serve people with food to shelter opportunities and almost everything in between. We are committed to being an efficient and effective network of local offices that make up a huge western region team. In other words, we're committed to being big and small at the same time. That makes us a seriously great place to work. As one of the most impactful social service organizations in the world, we hire people who constantly seek new ways to keep us moving forward. We welcome you on finding your place to offer opportunities for people in need!

GENERAL STATEMENT:

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Youth Ministries Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and implementation of all youth ministry programming associated with The Salvation Army in Kalispell, Montana.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Prior youth programming experience (i.e. troops, camps, Sunday school, youth group, etc.).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• This is a ministry position within The Salvation Army, prospective candidates for this position must have a strong personal commitment to Christ and maintain a lifestyle that is in keeping with Salvation Army doctrine. Uniform wearing Salvationist is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to discuss Christianity with children and adults in a relatable and non-threatening manner.
• Must have the ability to relate positively to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Be flexible and open to new ideas, concepts, and ways of doing things while keeping pace with multiple priorities.
• Have the ability to work well independently and in a detailed, professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to use basic office machines/equipment.
• Ability to complete Protecting the Mission - child safety training.
• Complete CPR/First Aid training within initial 90 days of employment.
• Able to pass a motor vehicle check as well as complete The Salvation Army driving test.

SOFTWARE-RELATED SKILLS:

• Microsoft Office suite
• Able to work with multiple social media platforms
• Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide oversight for the spiritual development of children, teens and young adults.
• Coordinate, facilitate and oversee Youth Sunday School, Junior Soldiers, Junior Church, SAY Programs (Troops), Vacation Bible School, Youth Recognition Sundays, Court of Awards, and any other program/event associated with youth ministry.
• Identify, recruit, coordinate and train volunteers for youth programing (troop leaders, Sunday school teachers, drivers, chaperones, etc.).
• Ensure the health and safety of program participants while maintaining a clean and safe work area.
• Communication with program participants, parents, volunteers and co-workers.
• Create and develop programs to include Christian Education, worship, games, recreational activities, arts/crafts, and music that will aid in attracting and retaining children, teens and young adults.
• Attend and participate in Sunday Morning Holiness Meeting.
• Ensure Protecting the Mission policies are communicated and maintained among program participants, parents, volunteers and staff.
• Maintain Protecting the Mission records and provide training for all corps program staff & volunteers.
• Maintain all youth programming paperwork (program registrations, permission slips, media releases, medical authorizations, etc.).
• Provide and or coordinate transportation to and from all Salvation Army programs and events, including out of state camps, conferences and retreats.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required, including but not limited to Protecting the Mission - child safety training, and The Salvation Army fleet safety training.
• Attend and report on youth related news at monthly Corps Council, Advisory Board, and Women's Auxiliary meetings
• Maintain statistics and complete reports in a timely manner.
• Maintain professional appearance and adhere to employee dress codes at all times when working.
• Shop for supplies as needed.
• Assist with seasonal efforts, which may include but are not limited to: Christmas Intake/Distribution, Kettle drop off/pick up, counting, and data entry.
• Other duties as assigned by Corps Officer(s).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead
• Ability to operate telephone
• Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes)
• Ability to access and produce information from a computer
• Ability to understand written information

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomfort associated without noise, dust, dirt and similar.

The Salvation Army reserves the right to reassign, review the job or to require that different or additional tasks be performed based on the organization's need or when circumstances change.

Work Schedule / Location:

Sunday through Thursday, including some weeknights / In-person at The Salvation Army Kalispell Corps in Kalispell, MT.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Such equal opportunity for employment will apply to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, salaries and other compensation, transfers and layoffs or termination.