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    "description": "<h2>Overview</h2>\n<p>The Salvation Army’s <strong>Springfield Corps</strong>., is hiring a <strong>Corps Ministry Assistant</strong> and offers excellent benefit package to eligible employees including: </p>\n<ul>\n <li>Generous paid time off every year that includes: vacation and sick time, holidays, and up to 3 personal days. </li>\n <li>Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment) </li>\n <li>Comprehensive health care coverage with low-cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles </li>\n <li>Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life </li>\n <li>Flexible Spending Accounts </li>\n <li>Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program </li>\n <li>Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Location</strong>: 170 Pearl Street, Springfield, MA</p>\n<p><strong>Hours/week: </strong>40 hours per week</p>\n<p><strong>Exemption: </strong>Non-exempt</p>\n<p><strong>Pay Range</strong>: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour</p>\n<p>*starting pay varies depending on experience and qualifications*</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The Corps Ministry Assistant will support the Corps Officer by assisting in the overall leadership of programs, events, and activities at the Springfield Citadel Corps. This role requires a strong commitment to loving and mentoring young people, guiding them in their spiritual growth and development.</p>\n<p>This job description is not all inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential duties of the position.  Other duties, responsibilities and tasks may be assigned.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Duties & Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<li>Actively participate in the full scope of the program, demonstrating a willingness to assist wherever needed, including social services, indoor and outdoor activities, and oversight of children’s and youth programs.</li>\n<li>Responsible for overseeing Food Pantry operations, including volunteer management, inventory and ordering.</li>\n<li>Maintain active involvement in all Corps programs, serving in a leadership, supportive, or advisory role to encourage and strengthen their growth and development.</li>\n<li>Responsible for overseeing all children’s and youth programs, including Sunday School, summer camps, Summer Vacation Bible School, and related activities.</li>\n<li>Responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of all youth participants in Sunday School, including careful planning and supervision to ensure that no child is ever left unattended.</li>\n<li>Lead and conduct weekly Youth Group meetings for high school–aged participants and older, incorporating opportunities for fellowship, worship, and service.</li>\n<li>Remain open to additional opportunities throughout the year to provide special ministry and enrichment experiences for the Youth Group.</li>\n<li>Provide support for Bridging the Gap as needed.</li>\n<li>Assist with transportation needs as required by the Corps program schedule.</li>\n<li>Help maintain the cleanliness and basic upkeep of all program spaces.</li>\n<li>Attend and actively contribute to all General Staff, Ministry Team meetings and Corps Council.</li>\n<li>Support the oversight of program activities, special events, and building security.</li>\n<p> </p>\n<li>Participate in platform ministry as needed.</li>\n<li>Assist in organizing fundraising initiatives that support the overall Corps ministry.</li>\n<li>Implement and uphold safety procedures for all participants, including knowledge of evacuation plans and contingency protocols.</li>\n<li>Foster a positive and appropriate atmosphere throughout the Corps that aligns with Army standards and promotes respectful behavior and language.</li>\n<li>Communicate any concerns or needs of the Corps to the Corps Officers, keeping them informed of ongoing activities and potential ministry opportunities within the congregation.</li>\n<li>Collaborate with the Advisory Council, Corps Council, and church members to promote the mission of The Salvation Army as directed.</li>\n<li>Create PowerPoint for Sunday Programs.</li>\n<li>Support Christmas fundraising efforts.</li>\n<li>Remain up to date with KeepSAfe training</li>\n<li>Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of the position.</li>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Education Requirements:</strong></p>\n<p>High School diploma or equivalent, Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferred in Youth Ministry/Counseling</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Work Experience:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li> Prior work/volunteering experience with Salvation Army programming preferred</li>\n <li> Prior work experience with children in a recreational and/or educational setting</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Other Qualifications:</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Must uphold Biblical standards in personal and professional life</li>\n <li>Must have strong communication and organizational skills</li>\n <li>Must be responsible, accountable, respectful, positive role model </li>\n <li>Must possess a willingness to drive a 12-Passenger van</li>\n <li>Must be 21+ years of age </li>\n <li>Ability to read and write effectively in English; follow written instructions, adhere to policy and procedure of The Salvation Army</li>\n <li>Receive the public on behalf of the Salvation Army and assist by directing them to appropriate areas.</li>\n <li>Ability to maintain the highest standard of professionalism and confidentiality during and after employment, in all matters.</li>\n <li>Strong knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required</li>\n <li>Bilingual in Spanish is a plus, but not a requirement</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Physical Requirements</strong></p>\n<p>The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. 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