Description
Are you looking for part-time work and have a love and passion for ministry to youth in your community? Do you feel God's calling on your life to reach out with the love and truth of the Gospel in practical ways? If so, please read on prayerfully and see whether God may be doing a new thing in your life by joining with UGM and ministering to those He brings to our ministry in the schools and at our UGM Camp! We have 1 part-time position available at this time!
- Please note - applicants must be 21 or over due to driving others in UGM van.
SUMMARY OF POSITION :
Coordinates logistics, supplies, volunteers and at times provides leadership to Youth Outreach programs and events, including summer camp. Serves as assistant to the Youth Outreach Director in performing administrative duties and development of programs. Upholds and supports the vision and direction of the Youth Outreach Department.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
Key Result Area #1 : Programs and Services
Coordinates logistics, supplies, volunteers and at times provides leadership to the Youth Outreach programsCreates, coordinates, attends and sometimes leads Youth Outreach programsEffectively communicates and interacts with other supporting departments to accomplish commonRegularly participates in department meetings andRoutinely communicates with the Youth Outreach Director about vision, mission and logistics ofPromotes and interacts with organizations, ministries and individuals about the UGM and Youth OutreachKey Result Area #2 : Staff and Volunteers
Knows volunteer application and training process and is trained to equip their volunteers for purposefulKnows how to cast the vision of the Youth Outreach Department to volunteersOversees the progress of the volunteers' effectiveness and satisfaction in the prescribed volunteer positionCoordinates schedules for Youth Outreach volunteersRegularly communicates with volunteersAssists the Youth Outreach Director in interviewing Summer CampIn partnership with the Youth Outreach Director, creates and facilitates training of volunteersProvides personal support and encouragement to maintain communication with and buy-in of volunteersIn partnership with the Youth Outreach Director, operates and leads the recruitment process for staff and volunteersKey Result Area #3 : Financial, Administrative, Operations
In partnership with the Youth Outreach Director, develops, creates and updates manuals and processes for departmentIn partnership with the Youth Outreach Director, processes reimbursement requests, invoices, credit card receipts and other financial paperwork for Youth Outreach programsTracks and reports all Youth Outreach statisticsProvides administrative and on-site support to the Youth Outreach Director for summer campingIn partnership with the Youth Outreach Director, provides regular stories and updates to the Development DepartmentIn partnership with the Youth Outreach Director, facilitates the operations of the Youth Outreach social media accountsIn partnership with the Youth Outreach Director, maintains, organizes operations and function of the Youth Outreach office and suppliesSKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS :
Committed Christian, able and willing to model servant-leadership and interested in being part of a ministry for the poor, homeless, drug addicted and mentally ill. Grounded in the Christian faith as a mature, active member of the body of Christ. In accordance with Union Gospel Mission Statement of Purpose, Statement of Vision and Statement of FaithStrong Interpersonal skills - exercise compassion and discernment while modeling the teachings of Jesus ChristAble and willing, as a unified team member, to honor the leadership, chain of command, and standards and ministry objectives of Union Gospel MissionComputer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook, Office 365, UKG Human resources, Virtuous CRM); able to complete documents, reports and accurately record information. Willing to continue education as needed or requiredExcellent communication skills : written, verbal and instructionalExcellent administrative skills - highly organized and detail orientedEnjoys behind the scenes work and can also lead from the frontSome experience in kids & youth ministry or similar fieldMust have a teachable spirit and the ability manage multiple emotional and task related variables, listen, and make sound decisions inalignment with UGM's purposeMinimum ten years of sobriety, if in recoveryInsightful, trustworthy, honest, reliable, model appropriate boundaries, and strong work ethicValid Washington or Idaho driver's license- requiredCPR / First Aid certification - required - will provide trainingCriminal background check clearance - requiredWORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL FACTORS :
Occasionally = 1%-33%; Frequently = 34%-66%; Continuously = 67%-100%
Work is primarily indoors and may require climbing three flights of stairs, sitting, standing, bending, reaching, and going from building to building - ContinuouslyRequires working with a diverse population, many of whom struggle with homelessness, addiction and mental illness - ContinuouslyRequires a sustained level of high energy, stamina, and the ability to move about all of the facilities on a regular and ongoing basis -FrequentlyRequires the ability to hear, see, and speak clearly - ContinuouslyRequires travelling to program locations - ContinuouslyRequires operating UGM vehicles - OccasionallyEQUIPMENT / TOOLS USED :
Computer (Word, Excel, Database, Outlook, Office 365, UKG Human resources, Virtuous CRM, Internet), Copier / printer, Phone, FaxOutdoor recreational equipmentUGM passenger vehiclesEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :
Experience in youth or similar ministryExperience in coordinating events or programsExperience in administration2 year's prior related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experienceREQUIREMENTS :
Union Gospel Mission is a privately funded 501 (c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry. Our designated purpose is religious, and we are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping the homeless and impoverished. We consider every position to be essential in the fulfillment of our ministry and Statement of Purpose. As such, each employee must have a relationship with Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord. All employees must :
Be able and willing to share the Gospel and participate in all the ministry activities of Union GospelSubscribe to Union Gospel Mission Statement of Faith and Statement of Purpose upon hire and continuously whileAdhere to Union Gospel Mission Employee
