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Church Youth Coordinator

The Salvation Army

Stamford, CTFull-time$16.94–17/hrPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$16.94–17/hr
Location
Stamford, CT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

The Salvation Army is hiring a Church Youth Coordinator. The Salvation Army seeks a Church Youth Coordinator at its Stamford Corps to coordinate outreach and youth ministries, develop programs, and support volunteers while maintaining a daily devotional practice and adhering to organizational policies.

Key focus areas include Maintain a daily devotional and prayer life, Participate in weekly Corps’ worship service, and Work with corps officers to ensure programming excellence in youth ministries.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED Equivalent, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and PA Criminal Record Request Clearance. Important skills include Daily Devotional And Prayer Life, Programming Excellence In Youth Ministries, Healthy Working Relationships, Develop Programs For Youth And Young Adults, Coordinate Evangelism, and Implement Evangelism. Preferred (not required): Positive Can-Do Attitude, Work In A Fast-Paced Environment, Collaboration, and Independent Work.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Daily Devotional and Prayer LifeProgramming Excellence in Youth MinistriesHealthy Working RelationshipsDevelop Programs for Youth and Young AdultsCoordinate EvangelismImplement EvangelismDiscipleshipLeadership DevelopmentRecruitmentTrainingLeadership and Support for Youth Sunday SchoolRecruit Kids Attending CampCoordinate Kids Attending CampTransport Kids Attending CampMaintain Records of Attendance and StatisticsMaintain Clean and Professional Work and Program AreasMaintain Youth ProgrammingPositive and Professional RepresentationCreative Program AbilitiesStrong Organizational SkillsTeam MemberWork Alone to Complete TasksIntermediate-Level Computer SkillsMusical AbilityPositive Can-Do AttitudeWork in a Fast-Paced EnvironmentDemonstrate DiscretionIntegrityConfidentialityEffective Interpersonal SkillsMaintain a Professional AppearanceSelf-MotivatedDependableStrong Time-Management SkillsAbility to OrganizeRespect and Promote the Interest of the Salvation ArmyRecord MileageTruck MaintenanceClean and Wash TruckCollect Statistics and SignaturesReport DamageSecure Truck VolunteersWork UnsupervisedOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft OfficePositive AttitudeWork in Fast-Paced EnvironmentDiscretionInterpersonal SkillsTime-Management SkillsCollaborationIndependent WorkFast-Paced Environment AdaptabilityTime ManagementWork IndependentlyIntermediate Computer SkillsDriving 12‑Passenger VanDiscretion Integrity ConfidentialitySelf‑Motivation Dependability

Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeTwo Years Youth ExperienceValid Driver's LicenseUniform Wearing SalvationistEvenings Weekends AvailabilityEmbrace Salvation Army MissionProfessional AppearanceComplete KeepSAfe TrainingStrong Personal Christian Values

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Church Youth Coordinator

Job Locations US-CT-Stamford

Job ID

2026-15346

Category

Ministry

Compensation Min

USD $16.94/Hr.

Compensation Max

USD $17.00/Hr.

Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

Location: Stamford Corps (Stamford, CT)

Status: Full-time

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Schedule: Mon – Fri; 8:30 am – 4:00 pm (hours will vary once programs are implemented to fit the needs of the programs)

Purpose of Position: Responsible for coordinating outreach to youth and Youth Ministries at the Stamford Corps.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a daily devotional and prayer life.

  • Participate in weekly Corps’ Worship Service (a.k.a. Holiness Meeting).

  • Work in unity with the Corps Officers to ensure programming excellence in youth ministries.

  • Develop and maintain healthy working relationships with all persons in accordance with The Salvation Army's practices and policies.

  • Develop, create, and establish programs for youth and young adults at The Salvation Army Stamford Corps.

  • Coordinate and implement the evangelism, discipleship, and leadership development of the young people involved in Corps’ programs, including opportunities for new ministry initiatives.

  • Plan and implement recruitment, leadership development, and training opportunities to increase the quality and effectiveness of volunteer staff.

  • Regularly contact and visit those who participate in youth activities and their families.

  • Provide leadership and support for youth Sunday School classes and other youth programming.

  • Provide leadership and support as needed for youth activities such as Junior Soldiers, Corps Cadets, Bible Bowl, Music Programs, Vacation Bible School, Star Search, Troops Programs, etc.

  • Recruit, coordinate, and transport kids attending camp, Youth Councils, young adult gatherings, and other divisional events.

  • Maintain all records of attendance and statistics for related programs.

  • Maintain clean and professional work and program areas.

  • Maintain youth programming throughout the year, including Christmas and summer break.

  • Attend all required Youth Ministries Coordinator meetings conducted by Territorial and Divisional Youth Departments.

  • Adhere to guidelines for staff responsibilities as found in The Salvation Army’s Employee Manuals.

  • Serve as a positive and professional representative of The Salvation Army.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

  • Minimum two years of experience working with youth.

  • Strong personal Christian values and high moral character.

  • Creative program abilities.

  • Strong organizational skills.

  • Ability to be a team member and work alone to complete tasks.

  • Intermediate-level computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.

  • Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a 12-passenger van.

  • A Uniform wearing Salvationist preferred

  • Musical ability preferred but not a requirement.

  • Must be available to work evenings and weekends.

  • Must embrace, support, and reflect well on The Salvation Army’s mission and values.

  • A positive “can-do” attitude.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

  • Demonstrate discretion, integrity, and confidentiality in dealing with all matters.

  • Effective interpersonal skills.

  • Must maintain a professional appearance.

  • Must complete the KeepSAfe training and other required trainings upon hire.

  • Self-motivated and dependable.

  • Strong time-management skills with the ability to organize.

  • Will respect and promote the interest of The Salvation Army.

T he Salvation Army is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program to full-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, including...

  • Comprehensive health care coverage, including dental/vision/hearing, with low-cost employee premiums, co-pays, and deductibles

  • Employer-funded pension plan (100% vested after five years of eligible service)

  • Telehealth/online doctor visits

  • $20K Basic Life Insurance, including grief counseling services, funeral planning services, and will/power of attorney/legal document preparation (no cost to employee)

  • Voluntary life insurance

  • Short-term disability coverage (no cost to employee)

  • Long-term disability coverage

  • Supplemental insurance coverage options (Aflac, homeowners, auto, and pet insurance)

  • Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care

  • 403(b) tax-deferred annuity plan

  • Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, and marriage leave

  • Eligibility for the federal government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

  • Most importantly – a job with a great purpose!

Learn more about The Salvation Army's Southern New England Division at https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england/

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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