Youth Support Worker

2 days ago

Toronto ON MA V, Canada Friends of Ruby Full time $26,667 - $40,000 per year

Positions Available:

4 Part-Time, Fixed Term

Job Type:

Part-Time (Fixed Term)

Hourly rate:

$26.67

Schedule:

Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) - 8-hour shift.

Posting Date:

Friday, November 7, 2025

Closing Date:

Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 5:00 PM

Friends of Ruby (FoR) is dedicated to supporting the well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth aged 16-29 through mental health services, social programs, and housing. We operate a Youth Drop-In Centre, offering barrier-free counselling, hot meals, and community programming, and a Transitional Home, providing emergency and long-term housing with life-skills support.

If you're passionate about creating safe, inclusive spaces for marginalized youth, this is your chance to make an impact as a Youth Support Worker

We are looking for individuals to support our warming centre,

which offers a vital refuge during the harsh winter months, providing 2SLGBTQIA+ youth with safety, comfort, and affirming support when they need it most. The warming centre will run from December 2025 to April 2026. Staff are needed for 8-hour shifts,

mainly on Saturdays or Sundays, and on an on-call basis as required.

About the Role

As a Youth Support Worker, you'll:

  • Welcome and orient youth, providing compassionate, non-judgmental support.

  • Assist with basic needs like food, hygiene, and clothing.

  • Build connections with community partners to amplify support.

  • Support daily operations, including reception tasks, snack prep, and maintaining a clean, safe space.

  • Provide light programming for youth in the space

  • Provide trauma-informed, harm-reduction-based care and crisis support.

  • Collaborate with volunteers and teammates to foster a positive, inclusive environment.

What You Bring

  • Post-Secondary education or experience in social services, social sciences, or related fields.

  • 3+ years working with youth or in mental health, addictions, or residential settings.

  • Familiarity with anti-oppressive, trauma-informed approaches.

  • Skilled in crisis intervention and post-crisis response.

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team; to manage multiple priorities calmly and effectively.

  • Bonus: Training in CPI, ASIST, First Aid, CPR or UMAB.

Why Work With Us?

  • Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work has a lasting impact on the lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.

  • Flexible scheduling that supports your well-being and fits your life.

  • Join a welcoming, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued and your contributions are recognized and celebrated.

  • We invest in your professional development with meaningful opportunities for growth, learning, and advancement.

  • Engage in work that is challenging, meaningful, and aligned with your values.

What We Need

  • Legally authorized to work in Canada and provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check.

  • 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 on-site position requiring travel to various community-based settings as needed.

Friends of Ruby is committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you require

accommodations at any stage, please inform our People and Culture team.

Preference will be given to members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community as part of our commitment to equity and representation.

Apply by

November 13, 2025, and help us create brighter futures for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.

We can't wait to hear from you

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