Youth Worker at YMCA

Position: Youth Worker Role at YMCA
Join the YMCA as a Youth Worker at mYplace to support marginalized 2

SLGBTQIA+ youth. This full-time role emphasizes crisis prevention, community resources, and collaborative programming.

As a Youth Worker at mYplace in Toronto, your mission will be to address the needs of vulnerable young people during a five-month contract starting September 1, 2026. You will provide innovative solutions to pressing challenges, conduct workshops, and maintain safety protocols effectively. Direct experience with LGBTQIA+ communities is a vital asset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support and referral to youth in need

• Lead and implement dynamic group activities

• Supervise daily routines and oversee participant engagement

• Maintain accurate documentation and reports

• Handle emergency situations with professionalism

Requirements:

• Experience working with youth for at least two years

• Education in Social Work, Child Care or relevant field

• First aid and crisis intervention certifications required

• Familiarity with transitional housing options in Toronto

• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities essential

Empower youth through your skills and passion with the YMCA at mYplace in Toronto.
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