Who We AreFor 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.Who We AreFor 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 StatementThe 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 DescriptionPosition Purpose summary:The Children/Youth Worker coordinates activities associated with discipleship and outreach ministries to youth (for assigned age groupings) from the Church and the local community.AccountabilitiesContributes to the spiritual development of the youth in the church by mentoring, discipling, encouraging, and modelling appropriate Christian attitudes and behavioursCoordinates, implements,



maintains and assists in the evaluation of programs/ministries relevant to the youth of the church and the community at large; may plan and conduct creative worship services, evangelistic outreach, care programs (including on-going visitation), and Bible studies as applicablePrays with and or leads youth and family members to faith in Jesus Christ as prospect permitsMay develop and implement appropriate leadership development programs for youth and those involved in youth leadership; recruits, orients and trains volunteer leaders.Works in cooperation and consultation with the church's administrative and pastoral care givers in corporate problem-solving for the benefit of the church and individualsKnows and acts in accordance with security procedures of the church to ensure the safety and confidentiality of participants and informationInteracts with community partners and resources to provide services to youth; may include participation on community committeesMaintains written records / logs of activities (including activity reports and statistical information)Organizes and holds fundraising events throughout the yearPerforms other duties as assignedCritical Relationship ManagementInternal: Participation in Youth and Community Ministry Team meetings Corps Officer, volunteers, staff.External: Community, clients.Managerial/Technical ResponsibilitiesReports directly to:Direct reports: NoneThe incumbent is responsible as a group/work leader. He/She is responsible for providing direction and checking results,



but generally works along with those supervised.The incumbent manages between 1 - 6 volunteers.Financial And Material ManagementThe incumbent has input to and/or participates in preparing budgets with respect to the departmental budget.Working ConditionsThe incumbent's work environment is typically at Church, in community centres, camps, homes, schools and restaurants.Dealing with angry/upset youth and parentsIrregular hours (e.G. late nights, on-call)Verbal abusePhysical attacks by othersExposure to infectious diseasesMoving objectsRisk of sport related injuriesEducation, Experience And QualificationsThe successful job applicant will have completed high school, plus specialized courses of up to 6 months.NOTE: An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable.Experience And KnowledgeYouth leadership training, Biblical studiesImmunization for HepatitisVaccination against TuberculosisCriminal Police Investigation Check (CPIC)One year but less than three years of prior related experience, including, experience working with children and youth.Skills And CapabilitiesThe performance of the job requires frequent set-up and clean up for activities, participating in sports activities, keyboarding, and occasionally transporting youth and standing.The incumbent is required to lift more than 20 pounds.The performance of the job requires attention when teaching, giving advice/peer support, studying and planning and development.CompensationThe target hiring range for this position is $20.09 to $25.11 with a maximum of $30.13.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment. [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

📌 Childrens And Youth Ministries Worker (Vernon)
🏢 The Salvation Army in Canada
📍 Vernon