CANADA SUMMER JOBS - Youth Worker, Social Services (Drop-In Youth Worker)

We are seeking 2 passionate part-time Youth Workers for 8 weeks in the summer, specifically for the Social Services—Summer Drop-In Workers position. The successful candidates will be responsible for building meaningful relationships with vulnerable youth who access YSM's Evergreen Centre for services, inspiring them to unlock their full potential. This role reports directly to Evergreen's Drop-In Supervisor.

Please note that this job opening is for Canada Summer Jobs applicants only, who must meet the participant requirements under the Canada Summer Jobs Agreement with the Employment and Social Development Canada as outlined:

• between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
• a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and;
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Being present during afternoon drop in hours, briefing and debriefing sessions
• Ensuring drop in remains a clean, safe and welcoming space
• Referring youth to appropriate services internally and externally
• Advocating for and with youth for access to services
• Accompanying youth to various community appointments
• Making clear and concise program notes as required
• Knowing and upholding policies
• Assisting program facilitators in the various low barrier services and activities
• Working alongside staff and volunteers to offer specialized programs
• Assisting in carrying out the day-to-day operations and tasks
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in the social service field
• Drop-in, service/program delivery experience with youth, including street-involved youth, and the socially isolated is preferred
• Demonstrate a particular interest in working with at-risk youth
• Ability to engage in conversation with a wide variety of personality types
• Enthusiasm for creative, transformative community programs
• Ability to work as a team with staff, student interns, and volunteers
• Effective English is written and oral communication skills and computer literacy
• Second language skills are an asset
• Multicultural and multi-faith sensitivity
• Good interpersonal skills; conflict resolution skills; a self-starter
• A police check will be required / First aid training is an asset

Deadline for Applications: Available until filled

Targeted Start Date: June 16, 2025

While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Please note that YSM does not use any form of artificial intelligence (AI) at any stage of the recruitment process. These stages include screening and shortlisting, assessment and selection.