Youth Program Lead

DEPARTMENT:
Youth Department

POSITION:
Youth Program Lead

SUPERVISOR:
Business Manager/ Corps Officer

STATUS:
Regular Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)

An internal candidate has already been identified.

The Salvation Army 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 for God. Its mission is to preach

the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

OVERVIEW:

The purpose of this position is to help oversee the youth and volunteers in the Children's Church and Youth Programs and implement the ministry and mission of the Eastside Corps Community Center. They will also help in all aspects of our After School Program and our Summer Day Camp. This position will require a "ministry mindset" and an evangelistic approach to children's and youth ministry.

The biggest responsibility of the Youth Program Aide is helping facilitate the youth programs at the Eastside Corps and Community Center (i.e. after school programs, VBS, open gym nights, family nights, etc.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

* Maintain clean classrooms (chairs, supplies, boards, floors and trash)

* Complete and submit youth reports and statistics reports (On Time)

* Pick up youth for After school Children and Youth Programs

* Fuel and maintain vehicles (which includes cleaning, inside and outside)

* Plan, organize, and lead Sunday Children's Church (morning Sunday School and Worship Service), this includes children and volunteers. Assist as needed with afternoon Sunday School.

* Plan, organize, and lead Youth Programs such as:
Troops, Worship Arts Classes, Dinner, and Singing Company. This includes children and volunteers.

* Plan for, lead, and supervise children and volunteers in AM and PM Sunday School, Children's Church, Youth Programs, After school Program, Winter/Spring Break Camp and Summer Day Camp

* Maintain registration and payment accounts for after school programs, Summer Day Camp, and Winter and Spring Day Camps

* Responsible for Camp Arnold online registration and coordinating transportation, pickup and drop-off and follow-up to seekers

* Assist as needed in the implementation of other youth programs such as:
Teen Nights, vacation Bible school, Day Camp, Bible studies, assemblies/ chapel meetings, etc.

* Maintain department logs including, but not limited to, attendance sheet, document volunteer hours, fill out incident reports, and notice of concerns

* Create physical files as needed

* Provide administrative support to department heads as needed

* Child Safety Duties

o Implement Child Safety procedures as outlined by The Salvation Army policies.

o Maintain accurate, organized, complete and functional files related to Protecting the Mission and Policies for Work with Minors.

o Plan, prepare for, and conduct training and informational sessions and workshops related to Protecting the Mission and Policies for work with minors.

o Ensure compliance to policies. Disseminate and provide updates of Mission and Policy material at the Eastside Corps Community Center.

o Lead or assist, as necessary, with following through with concerns and complaints.

* This person must have a passion for the programs of The Salvation Army and be comfortable sharing the tenants and doctrines of The Salvation Army. .

* This person must be able to promote team ministry and be willing to work with others to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Eastside Salvation Army ministry.

* This person must be able to demonstrate values associated with The Salvation Army in their approach to work and service within The Salvation Army.

* Prepare and distribute snacks and meals as needed for programs

* Keep classrooms, gym, chapel, and all areas occupied by the Youth Program clean and orderly and eliminate any safety hazards

* Perform all safety duties as required by The Salvation Army's safety policies.

* Assist with Christmas programs and other seasonal programs, community programs, projects, and office tasks when necessary or requested by the commanding officer or program supervisor

* Perform general clerical duties to include but not limited to photocopying, emailing, texting, mailing and filing as needed.

* Create a fun and safe environment for all involved in the Youth Department.

* Plan and prepare activities, classes, and art projects for Youth Department.

* Be available as a driver or a "fill-in" driver for Youth Department, kettle routes, and other Salvation Army programs, as needed.

* Attend staff, Corps Council, and Advisory Council meetings, training, and conferences as recommended and approved by commanding Officer.

* Conduct assessments as needed to determine whether programs offered are relevant.

* Provide input to the budget process for the youth department and keep expenditures within approved budgetary line items.

* Follow all fiscal and financial policies and procedures implemented by the Salvation Army Eastside Corps Community…