SAFE Afterschool Program Coordinator - Twinsburg, OH

Destiny Church / The Edge in Twinsburg, Ohio is seeking a SAFE Afterschool Program Coordinator.

The Organization :

The Edge is a 501c3, non-profit" Business As Ministry" of Destiny Church of the Christian & Missionary Alliance. We operate a 54,000 square feet facility that offers programs in sports and the arts, as well as partnering with organizations ranging from recreational groups to professional teams for rental space and events. The facility also serves as the home of Destiny Church for our worship services and ministry activities. Destiny Church and The Edge are located in Twinsburg, Ohio, between the cities of Cleveland and Akron.

Our mission is to give every man, woman and child in our region repeated opportunities to see, hear and respond to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our vision is to help youth cultivate their character and contribute to the world. Our strategy is to intersect culture by redeeming secular space. We do this using the platforms of sports and the arts, in the context of community development.

The Opportunity :

This is a great opportunity if you possess a passion for community development, especially as it relates to youth development, people empowerment and serving the poor. You will work with a committed and competent team of people with the shared ambition of making a difference in the world. This role collaborates with a broad range of community partners such as schools, sports organizations, government agencies, para-church organizations, churches and more. Your professional and personal network will grow immensely. You will receive mentoring and support from an array of coworkers, working and retired professionals, and contracted consultants, along with holistic leadership development. You will be stretched, affirmed and given room to spread your wings and try new things...we love the entrepreneurial spirit!

The Position :

We are seeking a S.A.F.E. Afterschool Program Coordinator who is highly motivated in building connections with prospective families, local schools, community partners and volunteers. The role requires an understanding of our commitment to biblical values, service, missional engagement and student development to continue our mission of helping youth cultivate their character and contribute to the world. The Coordinator will

demonstrate strong project management abilities, strong written and verbal skills, a willingness to learn, and a positive attitude to work in collaboration across all departments. Reports to the Program Director.

Specifically, this position is to coordinate our program to serve under-resourced children and their families living in our community. Essentially, we are forming "Our Village" - a network of people, relationships, activities and programs - to provide a S.A.F.E. environment for the "least of these" in our community. S.A.F.E. stands for Sports, Advocacy, Faith and Education.

Summary of Responsibilities :

• Leadership :

Oversee the day-to-day operations of "S.A.F.E." after school, weekend and summer programming. This programming is in development to reach a struggling and forgotten corner of our community. The primary target is an 125-unit public housing development called Pinewood Gardens, located in Twinsburg.

Develop, assess, and evaluate programming focusing on sports, advocacy, faith and education (math and reading primarily).

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Oversee the budget for the programming.

The Requirements :

The Environment :

The work environment is energetic, active and friendly. It is an office setting and sports facility with some meetings and errands outside of the building. It may be necessary for the resident to use his / her personal automobile to attend meetings outside of the office / facility or complete errands. Interruptions do occur, including visits from youth patrons, parents / guardians, staff and volunteers. The office has filtered air.

The Compensation :

Minimum Education Level :

Required Experience :

Please do not contact the church directly.

To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your testimony, resume and other background information related to the position.

If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, that the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps.

This position may require licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website