Youth Program Coordinator

POSITION TITLE:

Youth Program Coordinator

DEPARTMENT:
Programs Department

AFFILIATION:
Unionized Position

LOCATION:

Headquarters, ON

HOURS:

Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm

EXTENDED

HOURS:

Dependent on needs of the program

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Tropicana Community Services, a Toronto-based multiservice organization, provides all youth, newcomers, people of Black and Caribbean heritage and others in need with opportunities and alternatives that lead to success and positive life choices. Our mission is achieved through culturally appropriate programs such as counselling, childcare, educational, and employment services and youth development.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Youth Programs Coordinator is responsible for designing, coordinating, delivering and evaluating a range of youth-centered programs serving pre-teens, teens, emerging leaders and young adults. This role focuses on building positive developmental pathways, improving youth engagement, strengthening leadership skills, and creating safe, inclusive spaces for growth.

The Coordinator cultivates strong relationships with youths, families, community partners and internal stakeholders while ensuring high-quality program execution aligned with organizational values and goals.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Program Development & Delivery (Across all youth segments)

• Design and implement age-appropriate programs for four core groups: pre-teens, teens, emerging leaders and young adults.
• Develop structured curricula for life skills, leadership, health and wellness, cultural identity, community service, arts and recreation.
• Plan weekly program calendars, workshops, special events and seasonal initiatives.
• Facilitate interactive programming using a mix of experiential learning, group activities, digital tools and peer-led approaches.
• Ensure programs are delivered in compliance with organizational policies and safety standards.

Pre-Teens Programs – (ages 8-12)

• Coordinate after-school and weekend programs focused on creativity, literacy, STEM, arts and social development.
• Manage homework clubs, recreational activities and early leadership development initiatives.
• Support transitions from children’s programs to youth programs
• Ensure that the learning environment is structured, supportive and developmentally appropriate.

Teen Programs – (ages 13-17)

• Develop skill‑building programs covering mentorship, academic support, personal development, creative arts and recreational activities.
• Support youth exploring identity, peer relationships, and emotional well‑being through structured and safe engagement models.
• Implement youth councils or advisory groups to encourage youth voice and program co‑creation.
• Organize field trips and excursions, leadership workshops and community impact projects.

Young Adults & Emerging Leaders – (ages 18-29)

• Coordinate career readiness, workforce development, entrepreneurial and leadership training programs.
• Facilitate mentorship opportunities between participants and professionals or community leaders.
• Collaborate with Tropicana Employment Centre (TEC) to support participants with resume development, job placement, internship connections, and life planning.
• Develop workshops on financial literacy, communication and adulting basic skills.
• Plan networking, personal development and community engagement programs tailored to early‑career and mid‑career professionals.
• Create platforms for knowledge‑sharing, industry exposure and social connections.
• Facilitate young adults’ round tables, career panels, and collaboration‑driven projects.
• Build pathways for participants to serve as mentors or facilitators for younger cohorts.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships

• Collaborate with TDSB/TCDSB representatives, Community College representatives, and other agencies to support Black, African, and Caribbean communities.
• Coordinate guest speakers, workshop facilitators and volunteers.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Children Programs, and other Programs teams) on overlapping programs.
• Represent the organization at community events, outreach initiatives and youth engagement networks.

Administration & Program Operations

• Develop outreach strategies to attract youths across all the segments.
• Manage registration,…