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Clifford  Douglas

Clifford Douglas

Nanuet

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong background in youth ministry and community service. Skilled in fundraising, event planning, and spiritual mentorship, contributing to the growth and development of youth programs that foster discipleship and community involvement as well as fiscal management.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Divisional Youth Secretary

The Salvation Army
Manhattan
06.2024 - Current

Led, supervised, and coordinated youth ministry, camping programs, and children's work within the division, developed youth strategy, nurtured discipleship, empowered local corps, and managed recruitment of youth.

  • Leadership & Development: Gives leadership to all aspects of youth and children's ministries, including developing divisional youth strategies.
  • Supervised and coordinated divisional summer camps and specialized youth activities, ensuring engaging and impactful experiences for participants.
  • Enabled local corps and youth workers to raise young disciples of Jesus and implement effective programs that foster spiritual growth.
  • Protection and Safety: Ensures all youth work adheres to territorial policies for the protection of children and youth.
  • Pastoral Care & Training: Provides mentorship, support, and training for local youth leaders and corps officers.

Corps Officer (Pastor)

The Salvation Army
Brooklyn
06.2021 - 06.2024

Ordained minister and full-time administrator leading a local "corps" (church/community center), responsible for spiritual leadership, social services, and community engagement. This position entails being a pastor, social worker, and manager, carrying out duties such as preaching, counseling, youth leadership, and operating outreach programs without discrimination.

  • Ecclesiastical Leadership: Serving as ordained ministers of the gospel, preaching, conducting worship services, and offering spiritual counseling.
  • Administrative Management: Overseeing all operations of the local Worship and Service Center, including staff management, financial stewardship, and property maintenance.
  • Social Service Provision: Managing community care programs for the needy, including feeding the hungry, clothing the poor, and directing rehabilitation centers. Lead volunteer training sessions to enhance service delivery and engagement.
  • Community Outreach & Pastoral Care: Visiting and assisting community members, running youth programs, and organizing musical/community programs.
  • Supervision: Leading local officers and volunteers, including leading the Corps Council

Assistant Corps Officer (Pastor)

The Salvation Army
Brooklyn
06.2018 - 06.2021

Support to the Corps Officer in managing youth ministries, facilitating community programs, assisting in pastoral care, volunteer recruitment, and coordinating fundraising efforts like the Red Kettle Campaign.

  • Program Leadership: Develops, plans, and leads church and social ministry programs, including after-school programs, youth ministries, and summer camps.
  • Pastoral/Spiritual Care: Involved in teaching, preaching, leading worship, and providing spiritual direction to congregants and visitors.
  • Operations Support: Assists with building security, maintenance, and administrative tasks, such as managing records or conducting safety protocols (e.g., Safe From Harm).
  • Fundraising and Social Services: Actively participates in Christmas fundraising initiatives, including managing the Red Kettle campaigns and Angel Tree programs.
  • Logistics: Coordinates transport for participants to services and events.
  • Mentorship: Focuses on nurturing the spiritual growth of children and young people within the community.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Ministry & Management

Asbury University
Wilmore, KY
08-2024

Skills

  • Youth ministry leadership
  • Spiritual mentorship
  • Outreach programs
  • Program development
  • Event planning
  • Camping program coordination
  • Fundraising skills
  • Financial stewardship
  • Budget management
  • Admin management
  • Facility oversight
  • Training development
  • Team collaboration
  • Multitasking and time management
  • Protection policies

Affiliations

Travel

Timeline

Divisional Youth Secretary

The Salvation Army
06.2024 - Current

Corps Officer (Pastor)

The Salvation Army
06.2021 - 06.2024

Assistant Corps Officer (Pastor)

The Salvation Army
06.2018 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Ministry & Management

Asbury University
Clifford Douglas