Posted 15 days ago
Youth Program Worker [Internal Opportunity]
@ Friends of Ruby
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Friends of Ruby is hiring one full-time permanent Youth Program Worker at its Youth Centre on Richmond Street East, with a salary of $59,160. The role plans and facilitates culturally relevant youth programs, provides individualized support and crisis intervention, coordinates basic needs supports and manages daily food program operations, and maintains a safe drop-in environment. The schedule is flexible, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, overnights and holidays.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and facilitate culturally relevant youth programs
- Provide individualized support, crisis intervention and resource navigation
- Coordinate basic needs supports and manage food program operations
- Maintain a safe, inclusive drop-in environment
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary education in social services, social sciences or humanities, or equivalent experience
- Experience working with youth or in mental health and addictions
- Experience with anti-oppressive and trauma-informed programming
- Experience with 2SLGBTQIA+ youth (asset)
- Mental Health, CPR/First Aid and CPI training (asset)
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-23
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-23
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | Vulnerable Sector Police Check, CPR, First Aid, CPI |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Encouraged to apply | 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Social services, Social sciences, Humanities |
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Friends of Ruby
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Dedicated to the progressive well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth in Toronto.
Full company description
Friends of Ruby is dedicated to the progressive well-being of 2SLGBQTIA+ youth (aged 16-29) through mental health services, social services and housing. Our approach is comprehensive, involving mind, body, and community – wherever you are on your personal journey. Our vision – a world where all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and two-spirit young people feel validated, involved and feel empowered to lead healthier lives. The Friends of Ruby Drop-In Centre at 489 Queen St. East is a welcoming and supportive space in downtown Toronto for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth aged 16-29 to create community and access free resources and services. We are open Monday to Friday from 11 AM to 6:30 PM. The Drop-In Center offers meals, supplemental groceries, activities, support groups and community. We offer barrier-free one-on-one counselling, support with gender identity and sexual orientation, and help to access housing, health care, and employment. Our Drop-In Center is Located at 489 Queen St. East, LL01 Friends of Ruby was founded in 2014 by Egale Canada as Egale Youth Services to meet the needs of 2SLGBQTIA+ youth in the Greater Toronto Area. In 2019, Friends of Ruby became an independent charity.
- LinkedIn followers
- 4,069
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 55
- Reported office locations
- 489 Queen St E, Lower Level, Toronto, Ontario M5A1V1, CA
- Business categories
- Charity
- Homeless Shelter
- LGBT
- Mental Health
- Non Profit
- Personal Care and Hygiene
- Social Assistance
- Civic, Welfare & Social Services
- Non-profit and NGO
- Other recorded names
- Friends of Ruby
- Specialties
- Mental Health
- Housing
- Queer Health
- Wellness
- and 2SLGBTQIA
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Friends of Ruby is dedicated to the progressive well-being of 2SLGBQTIA+ youth (aged 16-29) through mental health services, social services and housing. Our approach is comprehensive, involving mind, body, and community – wherever you are on your personal journey. Our vision – a world where all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and two-spirit young people feel validated, involved and feel…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Civic and Social Organizations |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2014 |
| Specialties | Mental HealthHousingQueer HealthWellnessand 2SLGBTQIA |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
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Positions Available: 1
Department: Youth Services
Location: On Site (Youth Centre, 70 Richmond E)
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $59,160
Closing Date: Friday, November 6 at 5:00 p.m.
About the Role
As a Youth Program Worker, you will be responsible for:
- Plan and facilitate culturally relevant programs and activities that promote holistic wellness and meaningful youth engagement.
- Provide individualized support through short-term goal planning, crisis intervention, and navigation of housing, employment, education, and food security resources
- Develop and implement outreach strategies, promotional materials, and engagement initiatives that increase awareness of programs and connect youth to available services.
- Collaborate with community partners to strengthen service delivery, improve program accessibility, and reduce barriers experienced by youth.
- Coordinate access to basic needs supports, including food, hygiene products, and clothing, and manage daily food program operations.
- Maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive drop-in environment and respond effectively to crisis situations and safety concerns.
Your Competencies
People-Focused: Approaches work with kindness, empathy, and respect.
Collaboration: Works well with others, actively looks for opportunities to collaborate, builds trust, and contributes to collective goals.
Integrity: Communicates honestly and effectively, follows through on commitments, and takes appropriate responsibility for outcomes.
Growth & Learning: Demonstrates curiosity, openness to feedback, and commitment to personal and professional development.
Respectful & Affirming Practice (IDEA): Respects and validates diverse identities and experiences, acts with fairness, and contributes to safe, inclusive spaces.
Required Credentials
- Post-secondary education in social services, social sciences or humanities (or equivalent experience).
- Experience working with youth and/or in mental health and addictions services.
- Experience facilitating culturally relevant programming using anti-oppressive and trauma-informed frameworks.
- Experience with 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth (asset).
- Mental Health, CPR/First Aid and CPI training (asset).
Why Work with Us?
Join a mission-driven, inclusive organization where your work creates lasting impact for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, your contributions are valued, and you can bring your authentic self to work—with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful, challenging work aligned with your values.
What We Need
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check clearance.
- Legal eligibility to work in Canada.
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays as required by the Drop-In and House programs.
- This is an onsite position requiring travel to various community-based settings as needed.
How to Apply
AI will not be used in screening or selection; it may be used for notetaking during interviews.
Accommodations are available upon request—please contact our Culture & Equity team.
Preference will be given to members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community as part of our commitment to equity and representation.
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