Volunteer - Peer Leader (Youth)

4 weeks ago


Scarborough, Canada Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services Full time

**Position Title: Volunteer **-** **Peer Leader (Youth)

**Organization Structure**:Reports to the Programs Manager

**Job Classification**:Volunteer

**Job Status: Volunteer, **Tuesdays from 4:00PM to 5:00PM

Minimum commitment of 3 months

**Location**:Virtual

**About Polycultural**

Be a part of Polycultural Immigrant and Community services Founded in 1993, Polycultural is dedicated to hosting an open and inclusive environment for all. We are a multicultural melting-pot perfectly reflecting Canada’s diversity. We are like a family, have a culture filled with care and genuine connection with a very inclusive environment for all. With a diverse range of programs and services, we help individuals and families build a brighter future in Canada. Serving clients from over eight different locations across the GTA and Orangeville in more than 20 languages.

**Scope**

To provide any support or assistance in youth-led initiatives, events, and workshops. To work with newcomer youth in the community, learn about the needs of newcomer youth, and implement activities to address needs.

**Responsibilities**
- Learn and understand the agency's mission and objective, and carry out volunteer work according to the agency program expectations
- Work with team members in completing tasks to support youth initiatives, such as planning workshops, events, and community volunteering
- Be aware of cultural differences and ensure that the rights of all are respected
- Perform other related duties as assigned

**Qualifications**
- Ability to be creative in planning and organizing workshops, presentations, events, and other initiatives
- Enthusiasm to promote programs, workshops, and events
- Effective communication within a team environment
- Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs and issues facing newcomers
- An interest in being involved in the community and volunteer work
- Punctual and responsible

**Other requirements**
- A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check

In support of persons with disabilities, Polycultural asks that job applicants with disabilities who require accommodation in the recruitment and selection process, to please advise Human Resources if contacted for an interview/testing so that suitable accommodation can be arranged. (In compliance with AODA, 2005, Integrated Accessibility Standards). If you require assistance in sending your resume due to a disability, please contact Human Resources directly.

We thank everyone for their interest in Polycultural; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity.

No phone calls please.



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