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Job description
Position Summary: The Youth and Family Outreach Coordinator will work primarily with youth and families in the community and those who participate in activities/programs at The Salvation Army. This includes planning, implementing, and assessing Community Center programs, outreach events, After School program, Summer Day Camp program, and act as Kettle Coordinator during the holiday season.
Essential Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate Community Center programs and outreach events in the community for youth, young adults, and seniors
Prepare, plan, and supervise the After School program, Summer Day Camp program, Vacation Bible School, Rally Day, and other required denominational activities
Function as Summer Day Camp Director
Collaborate with the Corps Officer to create a comprehensive schedule of developmental opportunities for youth
Assist in providing transportation, as needed, for program participants to and from TSA sponsored events
Assist the Corps Officers with the Salvation Army Christmas Campaign. This includes functioning as the Kettle Coordinator
Attend designated Church and community center meetings which include Sunday meetings, special events, and youth/senior social events on a regular basis.
Ensure that program spaces are cleaned and organized after each use
Coordinator will attend all community center meetings requested by Corps Officers and DHQ
Coordinate and supervise all community center rentals
Coordinate Safe from Harm (SFH) Initiative locally, maintaining records, leading trainings, and ensuring compliance of all SFH standards
The Coordinator should keep an accurate record of all programs and statistics for programs in gym and youth ministry: This report is turned into the Corps Officers the last Sunday of the month
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education/Experience: High School diploma / GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Degree in recreation, education or youth ministry preferred
Two (2) years college completion and Two (2) year experience working with youth and seniors
Experience working with children preferred
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Willingness to attend and participate with the Salvation Army Church
Ability to work with diversity in the church and workplace
Must be able to drive a 12-passenger van
Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
Willingness to learn new software as needed
Certificates and Licenses: Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
Must have and maintain a current valid chauffeurs' license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR); or acquire it within 30 days
The Salvation Army offers the following benefits: Health Care Benefits which include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Hearing
Flexible spending accounts
AFLAC
Voluntary life insurance benefits
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Pet Insurance
Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off which includes:
Sick days begin accruing the first of the month following 30 days of employment and you may begin to use accrued sick days once available.
Up to (6) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment.
The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
You will receive up to 2 personal days per year based on date of hire.
Birthday off with pay.
Paid holidays are effective immediately.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
Mission Statement:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Worksite address
farmington, MI, 48331, US
Who can apply
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