Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Summary

The Corps Ministries Assistant must be a uniform salvationist committed to the San Pedro Corps, who will participate in the leadership and development of assigned ministries that are given oversight by the Corps. Ministries include but not limited Family Fun Fellowship. Sunday Morning Responsibilities, Special events at the corps. providing oversight to local Bible Study and Discipleship Groups and new Corps ministries that will be developing.

Essential Functions

Vocational engagement as an employee of The Salvation Army is a position of sacred trust – representing, nurturing, protecting and advancing the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army; and serving the needs of people in our community with dignity and respect.  Conduct on and off the job must sustain a positive impact on The Salvation Army’s religious goals, programs and public image.

To know, explain and exemplify the mission, purpose and values of The Salvation Army Anaheim Corps. To understand all dimensions of The Salvation Army mission and purpose toward the outcome of awareness, cohesiveness, and effective guest services. To create a safe, engaging environment for Salvation Army associates, guests, members, volunteers, partners, and vendors. To provide active support of, and participation in all The Salvation Army campaigns and initiatives. To develop appropriate relationships and maintain appropriate relationship boundaries with other Salvation Army associates, guests, members, volunteers, partners, and vendors. To communicate in an appropriate, professional, responsive, and supportive manner. Effective interpersonal and electronic communication is essential for mission and purpose. Interpersonal communication for day-to-day operational needs is preferred. Direct, thoughtful communication for the resolution of questions or conflicts is expected. Electronic communication – email, texts, etc. – is official communication; and supports and confirms interpersonal communication. Deference to and public support of group decisions and each other’s scope of expertise, position and responsibilities must be maintained. To maintain appropriate confidentiality. Some agreements, ideas, processes, or other forms of sensitive information are revealed to certain individuals who are in positions of responsibility or are in possession of qualities or skills that make it necessary for them to know such confidential matters. Such information must be maintained in confidence. To complete annual, advanced training to include, but not limited to: Protecting the Mission, Sexual Harassment, and others as determined. To positively guide and guard all The Salvation Army resources – people, program, property and finances - toward the fulfillment of mission and purpose, and within the guidelines established by law, policy and procedure.

Recovery Program

Lead worship for each Wednesday night program. Assist Corps Officer by coordinating special guest speakers. Assist Corps Officer by coordinating visits from Canoga Park ARC and helping with driving if needed. Keep Relevant Statistics

“Kids Club” - After School Music & Arts Program

Help register students and match them to interested classes. Teach and provide assistance for music, art (including but not limited to beginner brass, music theory, guitar, etc.). Teach and provide assistance for Troops program. Promote program to parents and families attending the Corps for food pantry and other programs. Help with weekly devotions to children, tailoring scripture lessons to make it easy for children to understand. Help serve and prepare snack to children. Assist in enforcing all PTM and child safety rules. Keep Relevant Statistics

CCM

Assist the Corps Officer with contacting nursing homes in the community to schedule and coordinate visits with CCM members (including Christmas Visitation). Assist the Corps Officer with visitations for corps members and family who are ill or hospitalized. Coordinate Annual CCM Sunday enrolling new members and celebrating Long Service Keep Relevant Statistics

ARC

Be available to provide spiritual counseling for beneficiaries as needed. Be responsible for driving beneficiaries to Recovery Program every Wednesday evening Be responsible for coordinating or drive beneficiaries to Sunday morning worship each week Be in attendance for Wednesday Chapel services once a month, in coordination with the Corps Officer, to continue to bridge the gap between the ARC and the Santa Clarita Valley Corps.

Christmas

Secure sites within the area assigned by contacting store managers, planning, where necessary, provide Certificate of Insurance, agreements, and contracts. Review the current inventory of kettle equipment and make repairs or replacements where necessary. Coordinate with HR Coordinator to recruit kettle workers and ensure that proper documentation is completed and submitted to divisional headquarters for approval. Work with the Corps Officers on the counting, reporting, and banking of money raised through the program. Contact and schedule bell ringers at available sites through the kettle season. Collect all kettles every day. Sign time sheets of bell ringers to verify hours worked. Ensure each bell ringer receives paycheck on time. At the end of the season make sure that all kettle equipment is secured in storage and send thank you letters to those have allowed the Army to place kettles at their locations. Prepare a brief that outlines every detail of the program for future use and review.

Special Event Logistics Coordinator for Corps Outreach Events

Assist with logistics in planning special events including set up, advertising, operations and clean up

Homeless Outreach

Develop and maintain a schedule to reach the different pockets of homeless in Santa Clarita Valley with the coordination of other agencies. Maintain a master service and referral information list of partners within Santa Clarita Valley and work with Outreach Teams in LA County. Coordinate services with other agencies such as mental health, employment security, substance abuse programs, vocational rehabilitation, and developmental disabilities. Conduct initial assessment to determine client’s specific needs. Meet with clients as defined developing rapport

Sunday Morning Responsibilities

Contact and connect with visitors and new members at the corps. Connecting them to Bible study group leader and Corps Officer. Wear the uniform each week. Assist in music duties - play/sing and support the Praise & Worship band. Drive ARC beneficiaries to and from the Sunday morning service if needed. Help lead Sunday School, in-conjunction with local Corps volunteers. Lead the Sunday worship meeting in the Corps Officers’ absence Lock/unlock building in Corps Officers’ absence Assist in the coordination of local Bible study groups. Helping with resources, development, and recruitment. Attend Corps Ministry Meetings as needed Perform other assignments/duties as directed

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax, and telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications     

High school diploma or equivalent (required) CA Driver’s license (required) 21 years of age (required) Experience in Christian education (preferred) Experience in ministry and church context Experience working with youth (2 years preferred) Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (Usually file boxes)

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Great communication skills Ability to lead group activities and events. Computer literate and highly versed in social media platforms Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Windows, and use of Word and Excel. CPR/First Aid Certification