Youth Ministry Lead

Job Category: Ministries & Related Programs/Youth Programs

Requisition Number: YOUTH
022846

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• Posted :
  December 12, 2025
• Full-Time
• Rate : $19 USD per hour

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LOCATION: The Salvation Army - Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center - Phoenix, Arizona

STATUS:Full time/Non-Exempt

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.

Position Summary:

The Youth Ministry Lead is responsible for all youth ministries at The Kroc center to include programming, outreach, and administration assignments. This position will develop and implement a growing evangelism and discipleship ministry targeted specifically to young people of the Phoenix South Mountain and surrounding areas within the framework of The Salvation Army’s programs, policies, and practices. With this in mind, the Youth Ministry Lead will also be tasked with infiltrating the Community Center with the Gospel and will act as a bridge between the Community Center and the Church.

While a member of the ministry team, many of the areas of duty for the Youth Ministry Lead will be in the Community Center. This means the Youth Ministry Lead will be present at Kroc Center activities such as sports league games, after-school programs, and various Kroc Center events. He or she will also be present around the Kroc Center for activities such as open gym, open swim, or in the game room and lobby.

Through this presence, the Youth Ministry Lead will be expected to take advantage of opportunities for personal evangelism, as well as form and grow relationships with those members who frequent these areas. The Youth Ministry Lead will also be responsible for leading devotions for the various Kroc Center sports teams as well as leading prayer at Kroc League games. He or she will also be tasked with creating other avenues to bring the “mission” into after-school and evening Kroc activities, and alongside personal invitations, coming up with attractive ways to bring un‑churched members into the church.

Qualifications:

• Uniformed Salvationist preferred.
• A Secondary degree in Christian Ministry, Religious Education, Counseling, or a related field, or a minimum of two years of experience leading a variety of church youth programming and ministries is required.
• Experience in evangelism, mentoring, and discipleship.
• Ability to work with the youth of diverse backgrounds and circumstances and under stressful conditions.
• This position has access to confidential and private information. It is essential that confidentiality and privacy be observed and good judgment applied.
• Proficient organizational skills and the ability to carry out multiple tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with current Microsoft software computer programs including Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, PowerPoint, Email, Internet, and standard office equipment and systems.
• Valid Arizona commercial driver’s license and insured transportation. If not a commercial driver’s license, then this must be obtained within two months of hire.
• Certification by and participation in The Salvation Army’s Fleet Safety Program on an annual basis.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED required. If not current, then certification must be obtained within two months of hire.
• Exhibit a sincere concern for the youth of all ages to be nurtured and guided into a vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Be self-motivated and self-directed with the ability and desire to take projects from beginning through completion.
• Ability to work in a distinctively Christian environment and conduct oneself in a professional manner, consistently with the highest Christian standards of leadership. Must be a person of high integrity and willing to support and promote the mission of The Salvation Army.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance and advocating for The Salvation Army Protecting The Mission and Child Safety…