Position Description

Primary Scope of Position:

Support the ongoing ministry to children and youth in the community by being a member of the Summer Team in planning and implementing summer programming. Build relationships with children and youth, modeling a Christ-like lifestyle and attitude, assisting and leading ministry events that reinforce our church's priorities, and becoming actively involved in the life and community of Amberlea.

Job Description:

Participate in team planning and execution of all summer, children, youth and family ministry initiatives in cooperation with the church including:

• Mini Camp
• Musical Theatre Camp
• Family events
• Youth volunteer events
• Community outreach events

Prepare and lead specific activities including games, crafts, dramas, snacks, stories, music, communications and administration.

Ability to use media resources.

Build relationships with children, youth and parents

Communicate with parents, children, youth, co-workers, volunteers and congregation in joint initiatives, public relations, management of tasks and concerns

Participate in preparing a summary report of the Summer Team, and programs complete with an evaluation and recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications and Characteristics:

• Live a lifestyle that reflects an authentic commitment to Christ and one that models Christ
• Respect and appreciation for the Presbyterian expression of faith
• Energetic, self-motivated, and a strong ability to lead, work and serve well with others
• Excellent time management, organization, administration and research skills
• Experience with children and youth programming and creative planning
• Comfort with sharing Bible stories and the Gospel
• Interest in education and/or children or youth ministry
• Complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with suitable results
• Follow the Leading with Care policies and all Health & Safety training
• Reliably get to and from the church location at varied hours

Duration:  8 weeks, June 29 – August 23

Hours: 35 hours/week

Remuneration: $17.60/hour

Send your resume and cover letter, detailing your ministry, education, and/or experience with children, and technical abilities to admin@amberleachurch.ca by May 10.