2026 Youth Development Coordinators application

Part 1 - Vision and Job summary

Peoples Gospel Church is joyfully preparing for our Summer Camp 2026! This carefully planned program will provide meaningful coaching and training for young people who are passionate about investing in younger lives.

Our vision:

1. Equip Grade 8 and above youth to grow as capable, Christ‑centered leaders who can impact younger children with love and care.

2. Build up children and youth spiritually through a fun, Bible‑based camp led by dedicated Christian youth and young adults who serve as mentors.
“Let the little children come to Jesus and experience His love through us.”

3. Reach out to youth in Grades 6–8 by offering a life‑changing, welcoming, and supportive camp. Through fellowship with Christ‑centered young people, they will discover their value in Christ, build a strong spiritual foundation, and form lasting friendships as they grow.

Qualifications

You will serve as part of the team leadership under the Community Project Director.
This leadership team mentors and shapes younger Camp Counselors and Counselors‑in‑Training (CITs) through the children’s summer camp.
The role is busy and requires strong commitment, but it is deeply rewarding.

The ideal candidate will:

A mature Christian with an authentic and vibrant relationship with God, attending church regularly and is active in ministry work.
Proven with minimum 1 year experience as a Camp Coordinator (or similar level and experience) with excellent references by previous camp supervisors
Proven ministry experience in leading children and young people
Demonstrates maturing character of enthusiasm, politeness and cooperation
minimum post-secondary age at the start of project, college & university, and must be age 30 years old or younger (subject to Canada government CSJ application criteria)
Enjoy being with children and youth, patient and be able to serve as a positive role model and mentor
Must abide to Plan to Protect® training, prevention and protocol for a safe and zero tolerance to bully and abuse environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A strong team player that demonstrates good relationships to team members of different age in existing ministry
Ability to set work priorities, good time management, organized habits and work-time flexibility.
Communicating tools with visual arts and using social media by designing flyers, posters, short video clips for promotion and communicating purposes
Excellent interpersonal skills (able to prevent and handle conflicts or undesirable situation)
Mandatory Police Vulnerable Sector Check clearance prior to commencement of the employment
A valid CPR level C (within 2 years at beginning of start date), Emergency or Standard First aid certificate

Reporting to:

Community Programs Director & Family Pastor of PGC
During the summer project period, you will all be reporting to the Community Programs Director. Together with the Director, the whole team will be reporting to the Family Pastor.

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Job Summary for Youth Development Coordinator:

As a Christian leader who has a passion to build up the next generation, you will be directed under PGC pastors and children/youth committee to learn and become mature through leading and outreaching to children and youth in summer months.
You will be actively interviewing youth leaders who apply as volunteers in children and youth development camps

Work Term

Dates: May 26 – Aug 11, 2026

Full‑time commitment. Expect 40 hours per week.
No partial weeks, days, or vacation allowed during the work term.
During the job period, you are expected to join PGC Sunday services and post worship ministries so that you can fully connect and serve the community.

May 26th - June 19th (4 Full weeks)

Together with the Community Project Director, you will be under direct mentorship of PGC pastors in your own spiritual growth as well the skills mentioned above. They will teach you to create and assist in various pastoral ministries where you will be coached to study, plan, to develop and to lead. This quality work will help you to reach out to the younger youths and help them grow in the community.

You will be assisting in the planning and leading of weekly youth programs with youth-aged leaders. Opportunities will be given for the individual to lead sports nights, public outings, and to teach Bible lessons in the context of a youth audience. Through participating and shadowing in visitations (where appropriate), this person will also observe the personal caring side of pastoral ministry.

Sample Weekly time: Mainly work from home and 1 day reading and Word ministry, 1.5 day VBS planning and admin, 1.5 day youth week planning and admin, 1 day PGC ministry visit/follow-up follow-up, interviewing volunteers, getting familiar with campers

Weekly in person team meeting on Thursday morning mentoring and training with all pastors and the Community Project Director

June 22-June 26 (1 week)

ALL CAMP PLANNING and Job assignments for all team members MUST BE DONE THIS WEEK, FOR Counselors & CITs to implement next week

June 29-July 10

During these two weeks, the entire team—including all Counselors and Counselors‑in‑Training—will work together to prepare for summer camp.

Schedule: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at MCBC. After dismissal, additional time will be spent on group preparation and evening communication.
Commitment: Full 40‑hour work week
Focus: Planning and delivering a dynamic, fun‑filled, leadership‑building camp experience for children and youth.
Responsibilities: Assist the PGC Community Programs Director in overseeing and organizing the summer camp. This includes:
- Training and equipping camp counselors
- Preparing materials and activities
- Organizing outings and camp logistics

Camp Weeks: July 13 – Aug 6

Work hours: 8:00am - 5:10pm

Children’s Camp: 2 weeks (ages 4–11)
Youth Camp: 2 weeks (8 days, ages 12–15)
August 5: Tentative Youth Sleepover at MCBC
- Dismissal at 4:00 p.m
- Sleepover begins at 7:00 p.m
- Team dismissal on Thursday at 1:00 p.m

Post‑Camp & Follow‑Up: August 7 – 11

After all camps conclude, the youth team will focus on evaluation, ministry transition, and planning for the school year. This week will also include team bonding and a fun day.

August 7: Team evaluation and clean‑up at MCBC (9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
August 9: Camp Celebration Sunday Worship at PCA
August 10–11: Post‑camp follow‑up and ministry planning (location and time TBA)

Team Bonding: 2 events will be scheduled during the work term.

CAMP Location: Markham Chinse Baptist Church (9580 Woodbine Ave, Markham, ON L6C 1H8)

Pay / Honorarium

This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ), with approval expected in April 2026.
Under Federal government CSJ criteria, the successful applicant will be paid in a range from $17.2 per hour up to $18 per hour (subjected to experience and seniority) 40 hours per week for from May 26 to Aug 11 (according to the CSJ application approval).
Application contact: Pastor Connie Liu (pgckids@gmail.com)

Interview and Hiring Condition:

Camp depends on CSJ approval and successful rental of Camp Venue
Only shortlisted qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Offers will be made after all the interviews have been completed.
The application window will close once all positions are filled.
Mandatory Police Vulnerable Sector Check clearance required before camp begins (for those 18+ at the start date).
Upon confirmation of hiring, all candidates must go through and get a Valid CPR level C, Emergency (or standard) First Aid certificate.

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First & Last name

Gender

Date of birth: (Month/Date/Year)

Date

Address

Street no, name, city

Street Address Line 2

Postal Code

Cell Phone

Email address

Name of Post-Secondary Institution(s): (will be or currently attending):

Current grade/year/graduated year

Area of study & degree or any diploma received

Current job title and Company Name (if any),

Spiritual History & Family Relationship:

Date you first invited Jesus into your life as Lord and Savior

Date of baptism (if you are baptised)

What do you see are the greatest needs of today's young generation and how do you see our church can change or make a difference for them?

Churches you attended and attending in the past 5 years

Describe when and where you last served as a camp counselor or coordinator in children's camp:

Ministry you have been serving at churches or other Christian organizations. Describe what are they and for how long

What are your favorite Bible verse(s) and why?

Tell us your relationship with your family members

What are your passion/talents/gifts to contribute? Check the following that apply

Anything to add for your talents/gifts that could help children in camp

Interview Demonstration: If selected for an interview, you will be asked to give a 5‑minute demonstration of an object lesson or DIY activity that teaches a simple biblical truth. Present it to the interviewers as if they were your campers. Examples include: A gospel illustration, a simple science project, a trick or skill demonstration, singing a meaningful song etc. Please initial below to acknowledge this requirement.

If you have any links that can share your past leading examples or production in summer camp. Please attach here

Is there anything we should know about your personal or accommodation needs so we can support you at work?”

Please provide two references – one (a) must be from your past summer camp leading supervisor, and one other (b) that can be from your church pastors, ministry leader or counsellor or your school teacher. The referees must be unrelated to you.

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PGC 2026 Hiring Application for Youth Development COORDINATOR

Please attach 2 other documents to complete your registration here 1. Your resume 2. Your salvation testimony describing how and when did you accept Jesus as your Lord, how did your life change and describe how your devotional life and struggles you maybe experiencing. Describe how you keep growing in your relationship in the LORD.

You can upload the PDFs here

Code of Conduct. All team members must comply and agree to all listed below*

I understand and will comply with the enforcement of the team's NO PHONE POLICY during working hours unless the Camp manager advises to use it for necessary purposes like filming or recording. Phones will be collected at the beginning of day and be put into a team phone basket. Team will use personal laptops for work and I can bring my laptop for teamwork.I will respect my assigned serving time by coming punctually, and I will actively communicate this schedule or any time conflict to my leader ahead of time.I understand that my hiring can be terminated if I have any intolerable behavior or attitude towards anyone, or if there are evidences that my speech, my conduct, my faith and my purity is questionable that may stumble others, as stated 1 Tim 4:12 in the Bible (Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.)I understand use of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, foul language, bullying or any form of violence will not be tolerated and may result in termination of employment/volunteer service.No dating relationship within team members and campers are allowed during the camp.I will dress modestly for work and camp to reflect the beauty and purity as a Christ follower. No tight-fitting, revealing, deep or low cut, crop-tops or mini skirts are allowed for girls.I will avoid gossip about other children and team members. I will seek to actively communicate kindly and honestly for all needs to related people as early as possible. I can seek Camp Pastor and Camp Manager's help immediately whenever I need help.I will avoid forming cliques that divide the unity of camp. I will seek to be inclusive, encouraging and supportive to all.

Upon confirmation of hiring, all candidates must submit the following documents to complete your application*

A police check record for Vulnerable Sector screening (if you're born on or before May 20th, 2007). Regular PGC attendees will be reimbursed please keep the original receipt.Valid CPR level C, Emergency (or standard) First Aid certificate.I give Peoples Gospel Church (PGC) officials the authority to act on my behalf in case of emergency.I authorize PGC officials or staff to sign a consent form for medical treatment and to authorize any physician or hospital to provide medical assessment, treatment or procedures for me. I am responsible for any expenses caused by emergency treatment or services in case of any accident.I agree that PGC will not be liable for any legal or other consequences resulting from any accidents. I undertake and agree to indemnify and hold blameless PGC, its personnel, Directors and Board from and against any losses, costs, damages or injury, harm or death suffered as a result of being part of the activities organized by PGC, as well as of any medical treatment authorized by the supervising individuals representing PGC.I assume ALL legal responsibility including any health care expenses incurred at a hospital or medical clinic in a medical emergency for injury or sickness for me. PGC accepts no responsibility for refusal of care if the Provincial health card information is not provided. I understand use of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, foul language, swearing, bullying and violence will not be tolerated and may result in termination of employment/volunteer service.I give permission for PGC to use my photographs, videos and sound recordings in any media form. I have read, understood and agree to the terms and above.I acknowledge that PGC team will use whatsapp and discord as main platform for team communication. I agree that I will open and use these 2 apps responsibly.

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Youth Development Coordinator 2026 Application

Part 2 - Application form