Corps Ministry Assistant/Homewood

The Salvation Army•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

The Corps Ministry Assistant supports The Salvation Army’s social and spiritual ministries by helping plan and run corps programs, assisting clients, coordinating transportation, and connecting people with social services and opportunities to experience the church’s ministry. The position represents The Salvation Army, the church, and its social service programs in a professional and caring manner. It also provides direct social services one day per week at a designated partner site in downtown Pittsburgh, including intake, eligibility determinations, and referrals. The role supports ministry programming for adults and youth, community outreach, volunteer recruitment, and community events in coordination with Corps Officers and community partners. It assists with client services, participant transportation, summer camp activities, seasonal programming, program records, reports, and related administrative and facility responsibilities. The position requires flexibility for on-call service when appropriate and for evening, weekend, and extended hours during periods of increased activity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of The Salvation Army, its mission, programs, and services.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic administrative and office skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Effective organizational, interpersonal, and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with staff, volunteers, clients, and community partners.
Professionalism, compassion, sound judgment, and commitment to The Salvation Army’s mission and values.
Valid driver’s license and ability to safely transport program participants, including operating a 12-passenger van.
Maintain all three required Pennsylvania clearances upon employment and according to renewal requirements: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI fingerprint-based federal criminal history clearance.
Complete Pennsylvania Mandated and Permissive Reporting training and The Salvation Army’s KeepSAfe training.
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to bend, reach, stand, walk, and frequently perform other physical activities required by program and facility responsibilities.
Ability to assist with program setup, transportation, camp activities, and facility maintenance.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during seasonal programming and other periods of increased activity.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a ministry setting.
Previous experience working with children and adults in recreational, educational, or community service settings.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, preparing, setting up, and implementing corps ministry programs and activities.
Assist with Sunday ministry, adult Bible study or Sunday school, youth discipleship, and program outreach.
Prepare and conduct corps programs and activities as assigned by the Corps Officers.
Recruit volunteers and participants for corps programming.
Work with Corps Officers and community partners to plan, coordinate, and participate in community events.
Encourage participation in and assist with divisional functions and activities.
Collaborate with Social Services personnel to connect clients with corps programs, worship opportunities, and available resources.
Provide direct social services one day per week at a designated partner site in downtown Pittsburgh, including intake paperwork, eligibility determinations, and referrals.
Assist with client services, answer telephone calls, and respond to requests for assistance in a timely and professional manner.
Coordinate transportation for program participants and scheduled activities with the Envoy in Charge.
Safely operate a 12-passenger van to pick up and drop off participants as needed.
Assist the Social Worker with summer Allegheny Camps, including participant transportation and related activities.
Maintain accurate program statistics and prepare reports as requested.
Maintain regular office hours to prepare for programs, activities, and administrative responsibilities.
Ensure participant safety and well-being during programs, activities, and services.
Help keep program areas, facilities, grounds, and equipment clean and orderly.
Secure, maintain, and care for Salvation Army-owned or rented property and equipment, and responsibly steward facilities, supplies, and grounds.
Maintain receipts and follow established accounting procedures for Salvation Army expenses.
Serve on call when appropriate and as needed.
Work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during seasonal programming and other high-demand periods, including holiday activities in November and December, Easter activities in April, and summer camp programming and transportation in July and August.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Corps Officers.