Youth Ministry Outreach Coordinator

The Salvation Army Southern California • Spokane, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army is seeking a Youth Ministry Outreach Coordinator to implement and oversee youth programs and outreach to children in and around the Spokane Citadel Community Center and Camp Gifford. This role involves incorporating established Salvation Army programs and character-building initiatives, providing support to the After-the-Bell program, and leading all youth-related activities. The position reports directly to the Corps Officer and aims to offer compassion, dignity, and sustainable opportunities for people in need within the local community.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must possess a thorough working knowledge of, and give competent instruction in, Salvation Army doctrine
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate outreach programs that will be used to draw and engage people to and with Salvation Army programming.
• Must be able to pass training and to implement a thorough understanding of, implement and observe all necessary child safety/vulnerable adult (Protecting the Mission) policies
• Must possess a valid State of Washington Driver’s License, and pass both a Motor Vehicle background check and TSA driver training course annually, and be 21 years of age
• Ability to work independently and with other staff members; ability to work with a diverse group of people
• Ability to work and conduct oneself in a professional manner
• Must be able to utilize all necessary office and program equipment adequately (i.e. computers, copy machines, video projectors, etc.)
• Must be able to keep work area organized, have good time management skills, and be able to complete necessary reports in a timely manner
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of web applications such as: Facebook, Google Calendar, Sign-up Genius, and other social media platforms
• Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training
• Must be in good physical and mental health, capable of meeting program demands
• Participate in child ministry physical activities
• Sit, move, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on intermittent or continuous basis
• Grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead
• Lift and carry up to 40 pounds

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of leadership experience, preferred
• Two or more years of experience in Salvation Army programs, preferred
• Applicable higher education degree, preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the After-the-Bell program and staff
• Engage campers through letters, phone calls, and visits with the aim of inviting them to Corps youth programs
• Assist in planning special events specifically aimed at inviting youth to summer camp and recruiting Salvation Army Leadership Training participants
• Participate in the Spokane Citadel program team planning meetings
• Participation in Divisional Youth events as assigned by Corps Officer
• Attend Community meetings as assigned
• Ensure all youth participant applications and field trip forms are complete, accurate, and stored properly according to policy
• Maintain youth records in Corps Management, including, but not limited to, contact information, demographics, household information, relationships, enrollments, groups, and attendance
• Complete all required troop documentation including annual registration and monthly reports
• Supervise Tuesday youth programs ensuring all Protecting the Mission policies are being followed
• Ensure teachers follow provided curriculums and reports are turned in on time
• Provide substitute coverage when teachers are absent
• Facilitate the minor’s movement from class to class
• Maintain troop uniform inspection readiness, ensuring they remain clean and neat; ensure emblems are sewn on in a timely fashion
• Provide programming as assigned for English and Marshallese speaking congregants in the areas of youth/children’s ministry including: After-school program, Teen night, Troops program, Music school, Camp Gifford, Seasonal events, Sunday school
• Assist in transportation of program participants, social service donation pickups, seasonal kettle workers, Camp Gifford needs, Divisional and Territorial events, etc.
• Coordinate transportation schedule for participants of Corps programing and ministries with Fleet Coordinator; provide transportation as assigned
• Be responsible for all statistical reporting as assigned; input the information into Corps Management software
• Work with Corps Officer to plan special activities for Family Resource Center and campus guests’ birthdays and all holidays, with special attention to all Christmas and Easter activities.
• Work with Corps Officer to welcome new guests on campus including making welcome baskets, doing in-home visits, and facilitating a spiritual assessment
• Work with Corps Officers to plan and implement the Movies in the Park program during the summer months.
• Help with coordination and implementation of seasonal activities including Angel Tree, Kettles, and summer camp recruitment
• Attend the different weekly and monthly campus staff and house meetings
• Provide information and new content to Development for inclusion in the reader board, web page and Facebook posts
• Provide support to social service programs as assigned by Corps Officers
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by Corps Officers

Benefits

• paid holidays
• vacation time
• sick time
• medical, vision, and dental insurances
• Life insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans
• Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan)
• employee funded voluntary 403(b) options
• Parental Leave (one week paid leave for births, adoptions and foster placements)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED