Youth Development Coordinator

Position Purpose

Assist in the summer operations and programs of the children and youth department of Guelph Citadel. Take part in leadership development and build skills, knowledge, and abilities related to children and youth programming. Aid the department in administration, social media development, and volunteer management as required.

• Assist the Director of Youth/Children’s Ministries in the coordination of family programs and events.
• Coordinate, recruit, and train volunteers to participate in children/youth programming and community events.
• Reach out and engage marginalized communities and develop youth and/or family specific neighborhood events.
• Participate in community events and programming with a focus on fostering relationships with participants.
• Assist in preparing monthly curriculum packages and coordinate delivery.
• Aid in the operations of the Loft Children’s Library, increasing local participation through well‑advertised community events.
• Participate in the development, preparation, and organization of fall children and youth events and programming.
• Record lessons learned and propose ongoing strategies for program improvement and community engagement.
• Engage in leadership development with the Director of Youth/Children’s Ministries.
• Manage weekly communications to existing and potential children and youth program participants.
• Maintain active social media presence.
• Maintain attendance and statistical records.
• Perform administrative duties such as filing, reviewing/revising policy manuals and handbooks, preparing/distributing program materials, processing program registrations, preparing presentations, drafting correspondence and thank‑you letters.
• Maintain confidentiality and keep accurate children/youth/client files and statistical reports.
• Perform additional related duties as required.

• Temporary full‑time position (35 hours per week).
• Schedule may vary and include some evening and weekend work (Tuesday to Saturday with Sunday and Monday off).
• Requires flexibility to meet operational needs.
• Physical demands: ability to lift/move 25 lbs., frequent twisting, bending, crouching, reaching, lifting, and kneeling.
• Workplace: CFS building, generally agreeable conditions.

• Position funded in part through the Canada Summer Jobs Program.
• Aged 15 to 30 years at the beginning of employment.
• Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
• Must have a valid Social Insurance Number and be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• International students are not eligible.
• Must maintain immigration status throughout employment.

• Completion of secondary school.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license.
• Some prior related experience in children and/or youth programming.
• Excellent written, verbal, and computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Standard First Aid and CPR is an asset but not required.
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality, organized, hardworking, dedicated, creative, possessing leadership qualities.
• Can work independently and in a cooperative team‑oriented atmosphere.

• Target hiring range: $17.60 to $21.84 per hour, maximum $26.20.
• Placement based on market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications.
• The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request.