Corps Mission Associate

THE SALVATION ARMY•Parkersburg, WV

2d•$37,000 - $39,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Corps Mission Associate serves as an evangelist to the community and Corps constituency, sharing The Salvation Army’s doctrines, mission, and positions. The associate develops and leads worship services and ministry programs, provides spiritual guidance, and assists the Corps Officer with the planning, coordination, administration, monitoring, evaluation, and development of day-to-day Corps operations. The role also participates in social service programs, coordinates seasonal programs, and recruits and supervises volunteers. The associate supports evangelical outreach and growth, youth ministries, pastoral care through Pathway of Hope, Corps music groups, community engagement, and program development. The position involves assessing local needs, maintaining program and ministry records and statistics, reporting findings and progress to the Corps Officer, and coordinating services in response to changing client needs. The associate may drive a Salvation Army vehicle to transport Corps members and performs other duties as assigned. Work is performed in a normal office environment and requires travel for community and home visits. The position requires frequent hand-related and sensory activities and sitting, with occasional walking, standing, lifting up to 30 pounds, and other physical activities. The position requires a valid state driver’s license and an active, uniform-wearing Salvationist in good standing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and three years of experience performing mission work or participating in program development for a church or Corps, or an equivalent combination of education and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid state driver’s license.
Must be an active, uniform-wearing Salvationist in good standing.

Responsibilities

Serve as an evangelist, proclaiming Jesus Christ and promoting spiritual regeneration and membership in the body of Christ.
Assist the Corps Officer and Program Coordinator with planning and implementing worship and outreach programs for all age groups.
Plan, develop, prepare, and lead youth ministry programs; lead or assist with Adventure Corps meetings; coordinate Christian program materials and newsletters; and assist with Sunday School teacher development.
Support the Corps Officer in developing Salvation Army evangelical mission outreach and growth by assessing community needs, identifying outreach opportunities, training Corps members for mission, and developing a Corps mission team where possible.
Develop, lead, or support evangelical mission programs and ministries, and coordinate bridging events between the Corps and people served in missions, clubs, centers, shelters, and other settings.
Assist Corps Officers with developing and conducting the Pathway of Hope Pastoral Care plan; maintain records and outcomes according to guidelines and communicate with the Pathway of Hope case manager.
Assist with training and developing Corps bands and singing groups, and lead them in performances as needed.
Visit individuals and groups in the local community to establish relationships, increase awareness of Salvation Army programs, and learn about community needs.
Communicate community research and pertinent information to the Corps Officer; prepare progress reports and maintain statistics on participants and Corps or Salvation Army evangelical mission growth.
Plan, develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate program services in response to changing client needs.
Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers for Corps programs.
Set an example by being a Salvationist in good standing and regularly participating in Corps programs.
Advocate for awareness of divisional and local goals and requirements, and work cooperatively with management and program participants to help meet goals.
Promote Corps growth goals, plans, and Army programs and services in the community.
Assist the Corps Officer with planning, coordinating, administering, monitoring, evaluating, and developing Corps operations; coordinate seasonal programs and supervise Corps groups, outreach programs, and social service work.
Participate in social service programs that provide assistance to people in need.
Monitor Corps financing and budget compliance.
Drive a Salvation Army vehicle to transport Corps members to and from programs when needed, following established policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.