Job Information
The Salvation Army Corps Ministry Assistant/ Youth Worker in Clovis, California
Description
OVERVIEW:
The primary purpose of this position is to lead and assist Corps Officers (Executive Directors) in the coordination of all youth and family ministries. This position will help plan, develop, and execute mission driven programs and opportunities that cater to the spiritual needs of the community and congregation.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Will be a part of church leadership and family ministry team
Responsible for overseeing Youth and Family congregational life
Under the direction of the corps officer(s), will lead youth ministries and family services including, but not limited to Salvation Army youth programs and Corps initiatives
Plan, create and implement Bible lessons for youth, young adults, and families
Will lead and coordinate the recruitment and development of volunteer leadership & support in ministry-specific programs and initiatives
Will lead in youth and family outreach that includes program growth, spiritually as well as numerically
Build, develop and maintain “like-minded” community relationships that affect, assist, and contribute to the ministry of the church community center
Drive for ministry programs as needed
Assist in keeping statistics and support efforts in keeping family profiles
Able to create, develop and implement fundraisers to support youth and family programs
Promote new programs, partnerships, and any youth and family initiatives pertaining to the needs of the community and Salvation Army community center
Support major community center programs and departments: Seasonal events, special fundraisers, educational initiatives, health and fitness opportunities, Railton Place collaboration and social service programs as needed
Oversee the registration, advertisement, and communication components of all youth and family ministry programs and activities
Help bridge education and social service families to ministry opportunities
Other related duties as required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
CA Driver’s license (required)
21 years of age (required)
Experience in Christian education (preferred)
Experience in ministry and church context
Experience working with youth (2 years preferred)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Great communication skills
Ability to lead group activities and events
Computer literate and highly versed in social media platforms
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (Usually file boxes)
EQUIPMENT USED:
Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software
ADA Statement:
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 to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:
Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.
At-Will:
Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.
Qualifications
Education
Required
- High School or Equivalent or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required
- Driver's License
Experience
Preferred
2 years: Experience working with youth
Experience in ministry and church context
Experience in Christian education
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)