Jane and Finch Outreach Worker

Youth Unlimited Toronto; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking a passionate Outreach Worker to engage with youth in the Jane and Finch area. This role involves leading programming, building mentoring relationships, and exploring innovative ways to connect with local youth. The ideal candidate will have a heart for youth, a commitment to holistic development, and the ability to inspire and lead. Join a dedicated team that has been serving the community for over twenty years, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people while fostering their spiritual growth and leadership skills. If you're ready to transform lives and build the next generation of leaders, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience working with youth and/or children.
• Deep commitment to a holistic approach to youth ministry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with leading weekly programming for youth.
• Build mentoring relationships with local youth.
• Pioneer new ministry initiatives to serve youth.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Youth Engagement

Administrative Skills

Education

Relevant Certification

Job description

Are you passionate about seeing youth thriving in their day-to-day lives? Are you passionate about seeing youth experience wholeness and transformation? Our Jane and Finch team has served in the community for over twenty years and is hiring an Outreach Worker to support existing programming and explore the development of new programs.

About Youth Unlimited Jane & Finch

Youth Unlimited Jane & Finch is an area team of Youth Unlimited serving the community of Jane and Finch. Our vision, put simply, is to see transformed youth transforming our city. We do this through grassroots programming, a focus on wholistic transformation, and a network of local partnerships. This includes after-school programs, sports programs, summer camps, and more.

To learn more visit www.yujanefinch.ca

The Jane-Finch Outreach Worker will work alongside existing programs and explore new and creative ways to engage youth in the community. Our desire is to connect with youth through Christ-centered discipleship relationships to give hope, inspire vision, and build the next generation of leaders to transform their community.

Responsibilities: 

• Assist with leading weekly programming for children, youth, and young adults
• Build mentoring relationships with local youth
• Assist with recruitment and management of volunteers
• Assist with any ongoing administrative tasks including attendance, registration forms, lesson preparation, program budgeting, and ministry updates
• Opportunity to pioneer new future ministry initiatives (e.g. new ideas to serve youth down the road)

Requirements:

• Pursue a vital spiritual life and growing relationship with God as a devoted follower of Jesus Christ
• Be a faithful and contributing member of a local church
• A deep commitment to a holistic approach to proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ and God’s Kingdom
• Able to engage youth from an evolving culture
• 2+ years experience working with youth and/or children
• Leadership experience is a plus

Position Information

We have opportunities for a part-time or full-time position with this role beginning at 17 hours/week. The salary for this position is determined on a scale based on education and experience, ranging from $55,960 to $61,470 for a full time salary (44 hours/week), and is funded 100% on a missionary basis, requiring the gathering of a personal support team.

To Apply:

Please submit a resumé and cover letter below. Your resumé should note (1) your employment experience; (2) your ministry experience, whether volunteer or paid; and (3) any relevant certification. Your cover letter should include a description of (a) How you would integrate your faith with this role, (b) your heart for youth and the Jane and Finch community (c) any experience you have working with youth. (Each response should be 150 - 200 words.) 

If you have any further questions, please contact David at [e-mail] or [phone], ext.7316. Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.