Youth & Family Ministries Director

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Traverse City, MI

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth and Family Ministries Director leads and oversees discipleship programs that support the spiritual growth of youth and families. This role plans and implements ministry activities, develops strategic pathways from community outreach into corps life, and provides pastoral care through strong relationship-building with youth and parents. The Director recruits and equips volunteers, collaborates on curriculum development, and manages key programs, events, and communications. Active participation in worship, leadership meetings, and divisional initiatives is essential, along with oversight of facilities and seasonal programs, including summer day camp and Angel Tree.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher in Ministry preferred; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
2+ years’ working with youth or ministry
Demonstrate an active faith in Jesus Christ, as well as ongoing personal spiritual development and an ability to effectively deliver a personal testimony of active faith
Strong Bible knowledge and understanding of Christian principles
Actively attend the Traverse City Corps (church) including Sunday School, worship services, corps activities, and special events
Demonstrate a genuine love for and good rapport with young people, have a passion for youth ministry, and have an understanding of current youth culture
An ability to teach and lead people of all ages
Demonstrate acceptance of cultural, racial, and economic diversity
Have experience using various applications software to aid in communication with youth and families
Ability to work evenings and weekends or for extended periods as needed
Maintain strict confidentiality
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
Willingness to learn new software as needed
Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
Must have and maintain a current valid driver's license and pass The Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, supervise and execute discipleship ministries for youth and families.
Coordinate and oversee the various corps youth ministries, such as Sunday School, nursery, character building activities, and Vacation Bible School
Develop a strategic plan for ministry and spiritual development to youth and family.
Lead efforts to bridge youth and families from community activities (e.g., outreach events, day camp, and social services) into discipleship ministries and the life of the corps.
Provide pastoral care to youth and families. Build relationships with corps and community young people by taking an active interest and part in all aspects of their lives through visitation both inside and outside the corps building
Build and maintain a healthy rapport with the parents of program/corps youth.
Recruit, provide training, coordinate, and give oversight to youth leaders and volunteers.
Work with corps leadership to develop Christian education curriculum for programs
Oversee planning, coordination, and volunteer recruitment for youth and family special events
Promote, coordinate, and attend Divisional and Territorial events as assigned. Attend conferences and/or continuing education as deemed necessary or prudent
Fully participate in Sunday morning worship, discipleship/small groups, and other activities as assigned
Participate in corps council meetings and prepare regular reports on youth ministry.
Attend and participate in staff development meetings.
Provide timely, creative communication using various methods such as Facebook, email, flyers, posters, announcements, and periodic newsletter articles/information
Provide support for seasonal projects, and assist in leading the Angel Tree program at Christmas.
Assure proper care of facilities used by youth program participants.
Plan and execute Day Camp program each summer, including hiring and overseeing day camp counselors.