Education & Awareness Coordinator

YMCA of Greater Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is seeking an Education & Awareness Coordinator to deliver educational webinars and workshops for youth, parents, and professionals. You will plan sessions, coordinate outreach, and partner with schools and community organizations to expand reach.

You should have post-secondary education in a related field and experience in outreach and facilitation. The role requires flexibility, travel, and adherence to policies, with a September 1, 2026 start date and an August 27,

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Social Sciences, Public Health, Education, Business, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with outreach activities and strategies is required.
• 1–2 years of facilitation experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in delivering public health, prevention, and awareness initiatives is an asset.
• Experience with youth and diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in online communications, social media or interactive engagement.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Criminal background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and facilitate educational webinars and workshops online and in person to youth, parents, and professionals involved in youths’ lives.
• Plan and chair online and in-person meetings with youth groups and professionals.
• Establish and maintain relationships with school boards, community organizations, and youth service providers.
• Plan, organize, and implement community involvement initiatives in collaboration with other community organizations.
• Design and implement youth engagement activities.
• Develop, engage, and support an advisory or partnership committee including youth and adults.
• Develop and implement effective outreach strategies to engage local communities, meet monthly targets, and increase program reach.
• Maintain accurate records and statistics related to activities undertaken and outcomes achieved, and provide monthly reports.

Skills

Outreach experience

Facilitation

Online communications

Writing & editing

Education

Post-secondary education in related field

Job description

Salary Rate: $57,280

Location: 356 Bloor Street East, 18th Floor, Toronto

Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Employment Type: Full Time Salaried Contract

Number of Vacancies: 2

Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2026

Deadline to Apply: August 27, 2026 at 5:00pm

The Education & Awareness Coordinator supports collaborative efforts among schools, community organizations, and service providers to deliver educational webinars and workshops for youth, parents, and professionals. As part of the program team, the Coordinator assists with outreach strategy execution, advisory committee coordination, and partnership maintenance. Responsibilities include content creation, monitoring and reporting on program activities, and ensuring adherence to evidence-based standards and relevant legislation.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver and facilitate educational webinars and workshops online and in person to youth, parents, and professionals involved in youths’ lives.
• Plan and chair online and in-person meetings with youth groups and professionals.
• Establish and maintain relationships with school boards, community organizations, and youth service providers.
• Plan, organize, and implement community involvement initiatives in collaboration with other community organizations.
• Design and implement youth engagement activities.
• Develop, engage, and support an advisory or partnership committee including youth and adults.
• Develop and implement effective outreach strategies to engage local communities, meet monthly targets, and increase program reach.
• Maintain accurate records and statistics related to activities undertaken and outcomes achieved, and provide monthly reports.
• Create content and support the program’s online content strategy and online presence.
• Carry out brokerage, advocacy, and resourcing functions and collaborate with youth, parents, Health Promotion Officers, schools, police, and youth service providers to develop and implement service delivery plans ensuring youth have access to programs, services, and opportunities needed for healthy development.
• Facilitate connections between youth and their neighborhood, and promote awareness of the positive role of youth in the community.
• Implement and maintain strength-based and evidence-based professional standards of practice within the program, ensuring that program service standards align with the Stages of Change model, a Positive Youth Development Framework, and relevant legislation such as the Child and Family Services Act.
• Attend and promote education and awareness at community meetings and events or fairs.
• Research and maintain up-to-date knowledge regarding prevention and education initiatives and trends.
• Support the program’s research and development initiatives.
• Follow and implement the program’s quality assurance measures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You bring:

• Post-secondary education in Social Sciences, Public Health, Education, Business, Communication, Marketing, or other related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with outreach activities and strategies is required.
• 1–2 years of experience in facilitation is strongly preferred.
• Experience in the delivery of public health, prevention, and awareness initiatives is an asset.
• Experience in working with youth, sensitivity, and knowledge in dealing with youth from different cultural and racial backgrounds and youth with special needs.
• Experience in online communications, social media or interactive engagement, and working with online presentation/meeting platforms.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to draft and design clear and compelling communications.
• Ability to work in an efficient manner with a high degree of independence.
• Criminal reference check is required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, travel, and overnight stays.
• Knowledge of harm reduction principles is an asset.
• Understanding of principles of learning for both youth and adults is an asset.
• Knowledge of the community resources in the province of practice is an asset.
• Knowledge of Ministry of Education’s curriculum is an asset.
• Access to a car is an asset.
• Excellent understanding of diversity, inclusion, and equity, including the ability to identify and address barriers, work effectively with diverse stakeholders, and integrate equity into program design.

What you need to succeed:

• Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
• YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together, which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here.

The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.