Summer Youth Leader
Wheeler Mission MinistriesIndianapolis, Indiana, United States
Posted April 15, 2026
15 - 15
Full Time
About the Company
Wheeler Mission Ministries is a non‑denominational Christian social‑services organization that serves men, women, and children in central Indiana facing homelessness, addiction, and poverty. Since its founding in 1893, it has operated the state’s oldest continuously running ministry, now operating nine sites that offer residential shelters, family housing, and comprehensive addiction‑recovery programs. With a $16.1 million budget and more than 180 staff members, Wheeler is Indiana’s largest and most diverse provider of emergency and long‑term support services. The organization partners with a broad network of churches while maintaining an inclusive, non‑discriminatory approach that welcomes clients of all races, religions, and backgrounds.
Job Description
The Summer Youth Leader will lead in a therapeutic classroom environment, providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children in the Compass Kids Program at the Center for Women and Children or Cornerstone Lutheran Church.
Requirements
- Lead in a therapeutic classroom environment
- Implement developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and Christ-centered approaches
- Communicate effectively and clearly with children, parents, coworkers, and volunteers