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:
Contribute to the spiritual development of children and youth and their families within the church and community by mentoring, discipling, encouraging, and modeling Christ-like attitudes and behaviors.
Follow up with youth and parents/guardians on spiritual decisions made, building, and strengthening relationships, and guiding youth in establishing active links with the Corps and its ministries.
Children & Youth Programing Oversight
Coordinate, maintain, develop, as necessary, programing and ministries relevant to the Youth of the Church & Resource Centre, including Sunday School, Tuesday night child & youth classes, worship, Bible studies, small groups, fellowship, discipleship, and regular special events.
Oversee the development, organization, and mobilization of a comprehensive outreach ministry for our communities, providing regular programs and events (e.g., Rally Day, Vacation Bible Schools, Christmas Breakfast etc.) that will connect with youth and families from our Church & Resource Centre ministries.
Commit to personal and professional development in coordination with supervisor (courses, training, workshops, etc.).
Volunteer Coordination & Leadership
Maintain and develop a team of volunteers; recruit, supervise, orientate, support and train volunteer leaders for youth discipleship programs, such as Bible studies, youth groups, etc. in partnership with the Corps Officer.
Prepare, post, and maintain all volunteer schedules for those supervised, in accordance with operational requirements, ensuring adequate coverage for all program functions.
Ensure LCC and ET is compliant with all screening processes for children & youth volunteers, including completion of police checks for volunteers, statement of applicant for work with children and youth forms, and online abuse prevention training.
Ensure written records and logs of activities, including activity reports and statistical information are prepared, reported, and maintained.
Maintain frequent communication with children and parents using various communication methods (in person, phone, email, social media, website, etc.)
Maintain program storage areas (e.g., updating, safety, organizing, etc.) in a tidy manor.
Perform other related duties as required.
Critical Relationship Management:
Corps Officer, Resource Centre Coordinator, Corps members, volunteers, staff.
MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY:
FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:
This job requires reaching, bending, and stooping frequently, working in a sitting, and standing position for periods of time.
Travel is associated with this position. i.e., on occasion, pick-up supplies, pastoral visits, attend community meetings. Note: required to use the program vehicle when available.
Normal hours of work: The working conditions are such that in order to meet the operational needs of the job, flexibility in scheduling is required as it relates to hours of work and work schedule. Includes a ½-hour unpaid meal break where applicable. Schedule will include evenings and weekends with the expectation of attendance and participation on Sundays at Victoria Citadel Community Church.
The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision, and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.
education and experience Qualifications:
Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:
Valid British Columbia Class “5” Driver’s License; personal vehicle and insurance, and a current copy of a Driver’s abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Excellent knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and other social media platforms.
Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $50,897.60 to $63,627.20 with a maximum of $76,356.80.
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 [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
