Children & Youth Coordinator

Who We Are:

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world‑wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.

As a faith‑ and values‑based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life – there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description
Accountabilities
Programming

Develop, implement and supervise community outreach programs for children and families that have been supported by and approved by the Corps Officers.

Where applicable, link community members to the church family and church programs, and vice versa.

Encourage families to participate in programs and services offered by Kitchener Community Church and Family Care Centre.

Assist in the coordination and organization of seasonal or special programs/events including but not limited to:
Christmas Toy Distribution, Brave, Camps, Community Dinners, Share the Warmth.

Participate in the annual ministry planning process.

Work closely with the Corps Officers to develop strategies for reaching out to the broader community and integrating mission work with the church's overall objectives.

Serve as a liaison between the church, volunteers, and the community, embodying the church's mission and values in all interactions.

Develop trusting, holistic relationships within and outside the church.

Provide spiritual and social support, assistance, and encouragement to new participants and model hospitality and encourage the church community in this as well.

Recommend and assist in the development and revision of program policies.

Actively promote the Kitcher Community Church and Family Care Centre programs within the community.

Network with community agencies, and other churches to aid in outreach potential.

Support

Build relationships with Kitchener Community Church and Family Care Centre Families, with the leaders of our local ministries and community partners.

Provide support in congregational ministry as needed which includes being an active member of The Salvation Army Kitchener Community Church and Family Care Centre.

Provide ongoing support to families as needed.

Provide spiritual guidance when appropriate and use opportunities to pray with families.

Administration

Organize and manage logistics for events, including scheduling, resource allocation, and communication.

Monitor and report on the progress of outreach initiatives, providing feedback and recommendations for future improvements.

Provide data analysis for programs, record statistics, write and submit reports and letters.

Maintain accurate and confidential client and volunteer records, using Salvation Army approved software (Link2feed).

Propose new funding opportunities and initiatives and provide ongoing updates to the leadership team.

Prepare funding proposals to support long term sustainability of outreach programs.

Maintain operational and statistical reports as required in a timely, accurate, and organized manner.

Develop and prepare promotional materials and update social media sites.

Volunteers

Assist with the recruitment, training and facilitating of church members and volunteers to actively engage in community ministries.

Serve as a liaison between the church, volunteers, and the community, embodying the church's mission and values in all interactions.

Ensure that all volunteers maintain any mandatory training or certification, identify any training needs and reports to the Corps Officer.

Health and Safety

Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedure

Use personal prescribed safety equipment and clothing as directed by the employer

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