Newcomer Child and Youth Worker

Job title: Newcomer Child and Youth Worker (Contract)

Department: Newcomer Community Services

Reports to: Co-Manager, Newcomer Community Services and Team Lead, Newcomer Community Services

Hours of work: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Final date to receive applications: December 31, 2025

The Newcomer Child and Youth Worker is responsible for helping newcomer child and youth in the process of adapting to life in Canada by delivering and referring to community based education, employment, recreation, leadership, life-skills and, health and wellness supports. You will be responsible for developing and delivering relevant information sessions, workshops, webinars and program activities for newcomer youth and their families.

The incumbent will assess the needs and provide guidance to youth, connecting them with appropriate educational and community resources that engage youth leadership and self‑advocacy.

The Community Development Council Durham (CDCD) is an independent, not-for-profit social planning organization that has been working to enhance the quality of life for individuals, families and communities in Durham for over 55 years. We organize a variety of research, community development and social planning initiatives as well as administer and deliver front‑line social service programs. Please visit us d.org for more information.

• Using a client-centered, anti-oppression, anti-racism, trauma-informed, gender-based analysis plus+ and strength-based approaches, build relationships and establish rapport with clients.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy protection measures for all service users/clients.
• Participate in promoting a positive workplace culture through agency committee membership and departmental activities.
• Develop an outreach strategy to recruit newly-arrived immigrants and newcomer youth to participate in program activities.
• Develop flyers, posters and presentations to promote the program.
• Work with volunteers, community partners and colleagues to promote and enhance newcomer youth programs.
• Assess needs, interests, geographic proximity, etc. of newcomer youth and volunteers that will support the delivery of program activities.
• Provide ongoing training for volunteers to ensure activities are successful.
• Initiate, develop, implement and participate in community outreach activities.
• Initiate new and facilitate established program activities to meet program deliverables, targets and outcomes.
• Plan and facilitate after school activities to ensure youth participants feel welcomed and well supported. Transition to online activities when necessary.
• In partnership with SWIS, promote SWIS youth advisory committee and SWIS activities.
• Work collaboratively with youth, families, SWIS workers and youth service providers to develop effective service delivery plans.
• Collaborate with Community Connections team and the Indigenous community to establish culturally-appropriate networking and engagement strategies that support meaningful dialogue between newcomer youth and members of local Indigenous communities.
• Work closely with Community Connections team on Canada Connects program for youth by matching them with Canadian citizens or longtime community members.
• Maintain accurate client and volunteer records using program database and iCARE (The Immigration Contribution Agreement Reporting Environment) system reporting platform.
• Prepare narrative and statistical reports on a monthly basis and as required.
• Collaborate with other CDCD programs to offer a full range of services to immigrants.
• Liaise between newcomer youth and CDCD staff to increase youth participation and engagement in program activities.
• Respond to all program enquiries.
• Ensure that workplace conduct and activities are in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Work with the volunteer coordinator to recruit and train youth volunteers.
• Maintain volunteer database and track hours.
• Work closely with community partners and SWIS to enhance youth service in Durham Region.
• Plan and run a Summer Camp for newcomer children, incorporating fun activities, crafts, games, and learning circles.
• Focus on developing children's creativity, communication, and leadership skills through interactive experiences.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all participants.
• Design and implement engaging social, recreational, and educational programs for newcomer children and youth.
• Develop both virtual and in-person programming to ensure inclusive participation.
• Build and maintain partnerships that support the "Take a Newcomer Kid to Work Day" initiative and working with interdisciplinary teams and partners to provide career exploration experiences.
• Refer youth and families to appropriate services and resources as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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