Qualities of an Effective Pathfinder Leader
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Pathfinder Basic Staff Training
By Steve & Carol Gillham
Leadership
Skills
•
Leadership is Influence
•
Leadership means you have people
who follow you, otherwise you’re just
out taking a walk
–
John C. Maxwell
Definition of
Leadership
•
Draw the perfect Pathfinder leader
Include Written:
–
Qualities
–
Skills
–
Attitudes
Qualities of a
Pathfinder Leader
Qualities of a
Pathfinder Leader
•
Lives a Christ-centered life
Lives a Christ-centered life
•
Loves young people
Loves young people
•
Has a vision
Has a vision
(knows
(knows
WHY
WHY
they’re involved)
they’re involved)
•
Has a mission
Has a mission
(knows
(knows
HOW
HOW
they’re doing it)
they’re doing it)
•
Has integrity (keeps commitments)
Has integrity (keeps commitments)
•
Understands the developmental
Understands the developmental
characteristics of pre-adolescents
characteristics of pre-adolescents
and adolescents
and adolescents
Qualities of a
Pathfinder Leader
•
Enjoys learning new skills
•
Develops the ability to organize
•
Maintains good working relationships
with fellow staff
•
Radiates a dignity of presence that
assures order
•
Possesses emotional stability
Possesses emotional stability
•
Enjoys being outdoors
Enjoys being outdoors
Qualities of a
Pathfinder Leader
•
Maintains good relations with parents
•
Is able to delegate responsibility and
authority
•
Has a sense of humor
•
Is resourceful and creative
•
Enlists a spirit of cooperation
Enlists a spirit of cooperation
•
Is optimistic and enthusiastic
Is optimistic and enthusiastic
•
Chooses capable helpers & staff
Chooses capable helpers & staff
Qualities of a Successful
Team Player (all staff)
•
Be likeable
•
Be generous with praise
•
Ask people’s advice
•
Make people feel important
•
Never embarrass anyone
•
Lead instead of drive
Lead instead of drive
•
Remember names
Remember names
•
Keep promises and commitments
Keep promises and commitments
•
Be happy and optimistic
•
Do not brag
•
Don’t make decisions when emotionally
upset
•
Heal hurts quickly
•
Be a person of action
Be a person of action
•
Be cooperative
Be cooperative
•
Be early
Be early
Qualities of a Successful
Team Player (all staff)
•
Be prepared
–
Plan 1 hour of activity for each 30 minute of
meeting time
Qualities of a Successful
Team Player (all staff)
Five Styles of
Leadership
1)
Authoritative (Autocratic)
Authoritative (Autocratic)
2)
Evaluative
Evaluative
3)
Bureaucratic (Political)
Bureaucratic (Political)
4)
Democratic (Participative)
Democratic (Participative)
5)
Laissez-faire
Laissez-faire
Five Styles of
Leadership
1)
Authoritative (Autocratic) Leader
Authoritative (Autocratic) Leader
–
Retains as much power and decision-
Retains as much power and decision-
making authority as possible.
making authority as possible.
–
Does not consult staff, nor are staff allowed
Does not consult staff, nor are staff allowed
to give any input.
to give any input.
–
Staff & Pathfinders must obey orders
Staff & Pathfinders must obey orders
–
Motivation is produced by
Motivation is produced by
creating a structured set of
creating a structured set of
rewards and punishments.
rewards and punishments.
Five Styles of
Leadership
•
Authoritative (Autocratic) Leader
Authoritative (Autocratic) Leader
Advantages
Advantages
–
Lots of things get done
Lots of things get done
–
Things are very organized
Things are very organized
–
Poorly managed becomes highly managed
Poorly managed becomes highly managed
Five Styles of
Leadership
•
Authoritative (Autocratic) Leader
Authoritative (Autocratic) Leader
Disadvantages
Disadvantages
–
Creativity & staff involvement is low
Creativity & staff involvement is low
–
If leader leaves, vacuum of leadership
If leader leaves, vacuum of leadership
is left behind.
is left behind.
–
Can create “soldiers” instead of
Can create “soldiers” instead of
involved Pathfinders and staff
involved Pathfinders and staff
–
LOTS of TURNOVER! Pathfinders is a
LOTS of TURNOVER! Pathfinders is a
VOLUNTEER organization
VOLUNTEER organization
Five Styles of
Leadership
2) Evaluative
2) Evaluative
–
Similar to Authoritative, except that the leader
Similar to Authoritative, except that the leader
asks for input and MIGHT include that input in
asks for input and MIGHT include that input in
the decisions, but will usually not acknowledge
the decisions, but will usually not acknowledge
the involvement of others in the process
the involvement of others in the process
Five Styles of
Leadership
3) Bureaucratic (Political) Leader
3) Bureaucratic (Political) Leader
–
Everything done “by the book,”
Everything done “by the book,”
according to procedure or policy.
according to procedure or policy.
–
If it isn’t covered by the book, the
If it isn’t covered by the book, the
leader refers to the next level above
leader refers to the next level above
him or her.
him or her.
–
Police officer -- He or she
Police officer -- He or she
enforces the rules.
enforces the rules.
Five Styles of
Leadership
•
Bureaucratic (Political) Leadership
Bureaucratic (Political) Leadership
Advantages
Advantages
–
Rules are clearly understood and defined
Rules are clearly understood and defined
–
Staff & Pathfinders know what to expect
Staff & Pathfinders know what to expect
–
Discipline is easily handled
Discipline is easily handled
Five Styles of
Leadership
•
Bureaucratic (Political) Leadership
Bureaucratic (Political) Leadership
Disadvantages
Disadvantages
–
Low involvement of Pathfinder staff
Low involvement of Pathfinder staff
–
Little room for adaptability
Little room for adaptability
–
Rules may not apply to current situation
Rules may not apply to current situation
Five Styles of
Leadership
4) Democratic (Participative) Leadership
4) Democratic (Participative) Leadership
–
Staff are part of the decision making.
Staff are part of the decision making.
–
Communicates what is happening and expects
Communicates what is happening and expects
involvement and responsibility of staff.
involvement and responsibility of staff.
–
The “coach” leader has the final say, but
The “coach” leader has the final say, but
gathers information from staff members
gathers information from staff members
before making a decision.
before making a decision.
Five Styles of
Leadership
•
Democratic (Participative) Leadership
Democratic (Participative) Leadership
Advantages
Advantages
–
Staff are involved -- buy-in
Staff are involved -- buy-in
–
Somewhat adaptable to match situation
Somewhat adaptable to match situation
–
If leader leaves things usually continue
If leader leaves things usually continue
–
Everyone feels like part of the team.
Everyone feels like part of the team.
–
Creativity is HIGH
Creativity is HIGH
Five Styles of
Leadership
•
Democratic (Participative) Leadership
Democratic (Participative) Leadership
Disadvantages
Disadvantages
–
Rules may not be as well defined, known,
Rules may not be as well defined, known,
or understood
or understood
–
Structure is usually “looser”
Structure is usually “looser”
–
Discipline may be a problem if
Discipline may be a problem if
“consequences” aren’t clearly defined.
“consequences” aren’t clearly defined.
Five Styles of
Leadership
5) Laissez-faire Leadership
5) Laissez-faire Leadership
–
“Hands-off¨ style.
“Hands-off¨ style.
–
Leader provides little or no direction
Leader provides little or no direction
and gives staff (& Pathfinders) as much
and gives staff (& Pathfinders) as much
freedom as possible.
freedom as possible.
–
All authority or power is given to the
All authority or power is given to the
staff (& Pathfinders) and they must
staff (& Pathfinders) and they must
determine goals, make decisions, and
determine goals, make decisions, and
resolve problems on their own.
resolve problems on their own.
Five Styles of
Leadership
•
Laissez-faire Leadership
Laissez-faire Leadership
Advantages
Advantages
–
Highly skilled staff flourish (for awhile)
Highly skilled staff flourish (for awhile)
–
Lots of creativity
Lots of creativity
–
Staff with drive make lots of things
Staff with drive make lots of things
happen
happen
–
Lots of adult involvement
Lots of adult involvement
(though not particularly committed).
(though not particularly committed).
Five Styles of Leadership
•
Laissez-faire Leadership
Laissez-faire Leadership
Disadvantages
Disadvantages
–
Disorganization is a danger
Disorganization is a danger
–
Quality can decline over time
Quality can decline over time
–
Discipline can be an issue
Discipline can be an issue
–
Rules may not exist or be followed thru
Rules may not exist or be followed thru
–
Pathfinders can take advantage of individual
Pathfinders can take advantage of individual
staff member’s strengths and weaknesses
staff member’s strengths and weaknesses
–
Long term membership involvement often
Long term membership involvement often
declines
declines
Job Description of
A Club Director
•
Serve on Church Board as Pathfinder Representative
•
Responsible for the planning of the overall calendar of
events for the club
•
Organizes regular club meetings & events
•
Resource person for counselors & instructors who need
assistance
•
Responsible for communication with
Conference on a regular basis
Job Description of
A Deputy Director
•
Assist Director in their duties
•
Responsible to be sure that the AY
Classwork is being completed by units
•
Responsible for communication &
coordination with instructors & chaplain
•
May serve as Secretary/Treasurer
May serve as Secretary/Treasurer
•
May have a special area of
May have a special area of
responsibility related to the overall
responsibility related to the overall
Pathfinder program
Pathfinder program
Job Description of
A Club Secretary/Treasurer
•
Responsible for record keeping including:
–
Conference Forms
& Reporting
–
Attendance
•
Responsible for club finances including:
–
Registration
Registration
–
Supply ordering
Supply ordering
–
Income from dues, fundraising,
Income from dues, fundraising,
outings, donations, uniform
outings, donations, uniform
–
Payment & recording of expenditures
Payment & recording of expenditures
–
Coordinate with Church Treasurer
Coordinate with Church Treasurer
Job Description of
A Unit Counselor
•
Leads unit of 4-8 boys or girls
•
Closest contact with kids and parents
•
Works with unit
throughout
Pathfinder
program & events
•
Prepares unit for investiture
(Classwork, AY Honors)
•
Develops friendship &
Develops friendship &
understanding with unit members
understanding with unit members
Job Description of
An Instructor
•
Teaches specific skills or subjects such as
Bible, personal growth, outdoor skills,
honors, or crafts
•
May come from church or community to
assist temporarily with club
•
Is well acquainted with subject
Is well acquainted with subject
matter and matches it with club
matter and matches it with club
curriculum
curriculum
Job Description of
TLT (Teen Leader In Training)
•
High school student who commits to
learning more about leadership in the
Pathfinder organization
•
Assists staff members in all functions of
the club
•
During 4-year program, is trained in
During 4-year program, is trained in
club administration, counseling,
club administration, counseling,
classwork & honors, finances,
classwork & honors, finances,
outreach, camping, & security
outreach, camping, & security
General Job Description
for All Staff
•
Baptized member of SDA Church
•
Good example to Pathfinders in their
conduct and Christian commitment
•
Willing to commit the time required to
prepare and attend Pathfinder meetings
& activities
Leadership in Pathfinder training involves influencing and guiding individuals to follow a Christ-centered life, develop skills, and maintain good relationships. A successful Pathfinder leader possesses qualities like integrity, vision, emotional stability, and cooperation. They are enthusiastic, resourceful, and able to delegate effectively. Additionally, as part of a successful team, being likable, cooperative, and action-oriented are key traits for all staff members.
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Pathfinder Basic Staff Training By Steve & Carol Gillham Leadership Skills
Definition of Leadership Leadership is Influence Leadership means you have people who follow you, otherwise you re just out taking a walk John C. Maxwell
Qualities of a Pathfinder Leader Draw the perfect Pathfinder leader Include Written: Qualities Skills Attitudes
Qualities of a Pathfinder Leader Lives a Christ-centered life Loves young people Has a vision (knows WHY they re involved) Has a mission (knows HOW they re doing it) Has integrity (keeps commitments) Understands the developmental characteristics of pre-adolescents and adolescents
Qualities of a Pathfinder Leader Enjoys learning new skills Develops the ability to organize Maintains good working relationships with fellow staff Radiates a dignity of presence that assures order Possesses emotional stability Enjoys being outdoors
Qualities of a Pathfinder Leader Maintains good relations with parents Is able to delegate responsibility and authority Has a sense of humor Is resourceful and creative Enlists a spirit of cooperation Is optimistic and enthusiastic Chooses capable helpers & staff
Qualities of a Successful Team Player (all staff) Be likeable Be generous with praise Ask people s advice Make people feel important Never embarrass anyone Lead instead of drive Remember names Keep promises and commitments
Qualities of a Successful Team Player (all staff) Be happy and optimistic Do not brag Don t make decisions when emotionally upset Heal hurts quickly Be a person of action Be cooperative Be early
Qualities of a Successful Team Player (all staff) Be prepared Plan 1 hour of activity for each 30 minute of meeting time
Five Styles of Leadership 1) Authoritative (Autocratic) 2) Evaluative 3) Bureaucratic (Political) 4) Democratic (Participative) 5) Laissez-faire
Five Styles of Leadership 1) Authoritative (Autocratic) Leader Retains as much power and decision- making authority as possible. Does not consult staff, nor are staff allowed to give any input. Staff & Pathfinders must obey orders Motivation is produced by creating a structured set of rewards and punishments.
Five Styles of Leadership Authoritative (Autocratic) Leader Advantages Lots of things get done Things are very organized Poorly managed becomes highly managed
Five Styles of Leadership Authoritative (Autocratic) Leader Disadvantages Creativity & staff involvement is low If leader leaves, vacuum of leadership is left behind. Can create soldiers instead of involved Pathfinders and staff LOTS of TURNOVER! Pathfinders is a VOLUNTEER organization
Five Styles of Leadership 2) Evaluative Similar to Authoritative, except that the leader asks for input and MIGHT include that input in the decisions, but will usually not acknowledge the involvement of others in the process
Five Styles of Leadership 3) Bureaucratic (Political) Leader Everything done by the book, according to procedure or policy. If it isn t covered by the book, the leader refers to the next level above him or her. Police officer -- He or she enforces the rules.
Five Styles of Leadership Bureaucratic (Political) Leadership Advantages Rules are clearly understood and defined Staff & Pathfinders know what to expect Discipline is easily handled
Five Styles of Leadership Bureaucratic (Political) Leadership Disadvantages Low involvement of Pathfinder staff Little room for adaptability Rules may not apply to current situation
Five Styles of Leadership 4) Democratic (Participative) Leadership Staff are part of the decision making. Communicates what is happening and expects involvement and responsibility of staff. The coach leader has the final say, but gathers information from staff members before making a decision.
Five Styles of Leadership Democratic (Participative) Leadership Advantages Staff are involved -- buy-in Somewhat adaptable to match situation If leader leaves things usually continue Everyone feels like part of the team. Creativity is HIGH
Five Styles of Leadership Democratic (Participative) Leadership Disadvantages Rules may not be as well defined, known, or understood Structure is usually looser Discipline may be a problem if consequences aren t clearly defined.
Five Styles of Leadership 5) Laissez-faire Leadership Hands-off style. Leader provides little or no direction and gives staff (& Pathfinders) as much freedom as possible. All authority or power is given to the staff (& Pathfinders) and they must determine goals, make decisions, and resolve problems on their own.
Five Styles of Leadership Laissez-faire Leadership Advantages Highly skilled staff flourish (for awhile) Lots of creativity Staff with drive make lots of things happen Lots of adult involvement (though not particularly committed).
Five Styles of Leadership Laissez-faire Leadership Disadvantages Disorganization is a danger Quality can decline over time Discipline can be an issue Rules may not exist or be followed thru Pathfinders can take advantage of individual staff member s strengths and weaknesses Long term membership involvement often declines
Job Description of A Club Director Serve on Church Board as Pathfinder Representative Responsible for the planning of the overall calendar of events for the club Organizes regular club meetings & events Resource person for counselors & instructors who need assistance Responsible for communication with Conference on a regular basis
Job Description of A Deputy Director Assist Director in their duties Responsible to be sure that the AY Classwork is being completed by units Responsible for communication & coordination with instructors & chaplain May serve as Secretary/Treasurer May have a special area of responsibility related to the overall Pathfinder program
Job Description of A Club Secretary/Treasurer Responsible for record keeping including: Conference Forms & Reporting Attendance Responsible for club finances including: Income from dues, fundraising, outings, donations, uniform Payment & recording of expenditures Coordinate with Church Treasurer Registration Supply ordering
Job Description of A Unit Counselor Leads unit of 4-8 boys or girls Closest contact with kids and parents Works with unit throughout Pathfinder program & events Prepares unit for investiture (Classwork, AY Honors) Develops friendship & understanding with unit members
Job Description of An Instructor Teaches specific skills or subjects such as Bible, personal growth, outdoor skills, honors, or crafts May come from church or community to assist temporarily with club Is well acquainted with subject matter and matches it with club curriculum
Job Description of TLT (Teen Leader In Training) High school student who commits to learning more about leadership in the Pathfinder organization Assists staff members in all functions of the club During 4-year program, is trained in club administration, counseling, classwork & honors, finances, outreach, camping, & security
General Job Description for All Staff Baptized member of SDA Church Good example to Pathfinders in their conduct and Christian commitment Willing to commit the time required to prepare and attend Pathfinder meetings & activities
Local Pathfinder Organizational Chart Club Director Deputy Director Secretary/Treasurer Instructors Counselors Parents TLT's Pathfinders
