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:

Spiritual Leadership

• 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.

• Pray with and lead youth and family members to faith in Jesus Christ

• 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.

• Demonstrate keen pastoral interest in community outreach. Build relationships with youth and families that are connected to our Community & Family Services etc. Encourage the volunteer team to do the same.

• Cultivate a “spiritual and relational leadership style” with youth & children, their friends, and their families.

• Work as a key member with the church’s Pastoral Team providing pastoral care and oversight for children & youth 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.

• Develop and organize outreach to schools and neighborhood organizations.

• Promote, support, and participate in Divisional and Territorial Children and Youth events.

• Work cooperatively and consultatively with the Corps’ leaders to prepare and deliver youth worship services, sermons, devotionals for the senior corps and for youth events.

• Work together with existing fundraising efforts to raise funds and support participation in local (church & community), divisional and territorial initiatives.

• Attend Sunday worship services and Tuesday Night worship gatherings at Victoria Citadel Community Church & Next Steps Resource Centre. Participate fully as a part of these congregations understanding that attendance is an essential part of the ministry responsibility.

• 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.

• Develop strategies and recommendations for volunteer development.

• 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.

Administration

• Ensure written records and logs of activities, including activity reports and statistical information are prepared, reported, and maintained.

• Assist in the maintenance of volunteer files and statistical records as directed.

• See that all related promotional material for youth programs and services is drafted, designed, and distributed to church and community members in a timely manner (subject to approval by supervisor).

• Participate in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for the youth programs.

Communication

• Communicate in an empathetic manner with volunteer team, congregants, families, and staff.

• Maintain frequent communication with children and parents using various communication methods (in person, phone, email, social media, website, etc.)

• Demonstrate skill in social media applications (advertising, creating videos etc.)

• Able to embrace growing technology needs, post to social media platforms and develop cutting edge online communications.

• Inform the Corps Officer regarding any concerns or issues in a timely manner.

Health and Safety

• Maintain program storage areas (e.g., updating, safety, organizing, etc.) in a tidy manor.

• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of equipment and supplies.

• Seek out continual education in food safety and health standards, including maintaining Safe Food Handling Certification.

• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.

Perform other related duties as required.

Critical Relationship Management:

• Internal relationships:

• Corps Officer, Resource Centre Coordinator, Corps members, volunteers, staff.

• Attend/participate in church leadership and staff meetings as required.

• Consult and work effectively, and in conjunction with local and program leaders.

• External relationships:

• Local Community Groups and Schools.

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY**:**

• This position reports directly to the Corps Officer(s) at Victoria Citadel Community Church & Next Steps Resource Centre.

• Hold regular volunteer meetings with all children and youth volunteers.

• The incumbent directly supervises between 1 to 20 youth volunteers within established guidelines.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• Responsible for maintaining current curriculum and program equipment.

• Provide input into youth budget. Responsible for working with assigned budget.

Working Conditions:

• This is a permanent full-time position for 37.5 hours per week.

• Working environment is typically in the office and in the community in generally agreeable conditions at all sites.

• Ability to lift/move up to 40 lbs.

• 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:

• Completed a post-secondary degree/ college diploma program in related field of study, such as Children/Youth Ministry, or Biblical & Theological Studies.

• Current, valid Safe Food Handlers Certification and First Aid/CPR Certification or willingness to obtain.

• Consideration will be given for significant experience.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Children/Youth leadership, with a background in volunteer coordination and strong outreach and discipleship skills.

• Minimum of two (2) years of prior related experience working with youth and youth programming.

• 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.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

• Excellent knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and other social media platforms.

• Ability to manage multiple social media accounts with creativity and accuracy.

• Conflict management and resolution skills.

• Willingness to become a member of Victoria Citadel

• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to teach and lead various activities.

• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics.

• Ability to participate as an active team member in a cooperative team-oriented atmosphere.

• An ability to communicate to, motivate, train, and empower youth and youth ministry volunteers.

• Ability to work collaboratively and participate as an active team member in a cooperative team-oriented atmosphere.

• Ability to set goals for children and youth ministries and motivate the team and congregation to achieve them.

• Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills.

• Strong public speaking skills.

• Self-motivated/disciplined.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.

• Ability to provide supervision, coaching, and conflict resolution.

• Understand, support; committed to teach and promote and be able to communicate and model sound Christian doctrine, and policies of The Salvation Army in Canada.

• 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.

• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

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 Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.caif you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.