Connect youth with essential services through outreach, crisis intervention, and resource navigation at the onsite Youth Centre, 70 Richmond E. This full-time position is permanent.
As a Youth Program Worker, you will build awareness of available programs and connect youth to support. Responsibilities include individualized goal planning, culturally relevant activities, community partnerships, and basic needs coordination. You will also respond to safety concerns and help sustain an inclusive drop-in environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create outreach strategies, promotional materials, and engagement initiatives
- Navigate housing, employment, education, and food resources
- Facilitate culturally relevant programs promoting holistic wellness
- Collaborate with partners to improve access and reduce barriers
- Respond effectively to crises and safety concerns
Requirements:
- Education in social services, social sciences, humanities, or equivalent
- Youth or mental health and addictions service experience
- Culturally relevant facilitation experience with trauma-informed frameworks
- Experience with 2SLGBTQIA+ youth is an asset
- Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, overnights, holidays
Use compassionate outreach, crisis support, and partnership-building skills to connect youth with accessible, culturally relevant services.
Youth Outreach and Support Worker in Toronto employer: Friends of Ruby
At Friends of Ruby, we pride ourselves on being a mission-driven employer that champions inclusivity and equity for 2SLGBTQIA youth. Our hybrid work environment in downtown Toronto fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous learning, offering employees meaningful opportunities for professional growth while making a lasting impact in the community. Join us to be part of a supportive team where your contributions are valued, and you can truly bring your authentic self to work.
