Newcomer Youth Program Assistant

Ymca Gta; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is seeking a Newcomer Youth Program Assistant to support leadership development programs across multiple GTA locations. You will assist with operations, participant engagement, and volunteer administration to ensure inclusive experiences for newcomer youth.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of experience with youth, knowledge of settlement resources, and strong interpersonal skills. Flexible to work evenings and weekends across locations is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience working with teens and young adults in group facilitation or supportive roles, including placements or volunteer work.
• Knowledge of settlement services and community information resources for newcomer youth.
• Experience supporting outreach activities within the community.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the delivery of Newcomer Youth Leadership Development activities across multiple GTA locations, ensuring consistent program implementation and youth engagement.
• Provide logistics and operational support for session delivery, including materials prep, snacks, room setups, and attendance records.
• Support Advisors with outreach, recruitment, and registration to engage diverse youth participants.
• Assist with planning and implementing events, trainings, and recognition activities throughout the year.
• Support outreach and promotional activities by co-facilitating workshops and representing the program at local events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Outreach

Volunteer coordination

Education

Post-secondary completion preferred

Job description

Job Category: Employment/Job Counselling/Resources

Location: Bloor St., Scarborough, North York, Etobicoke

Work Hours: 5-15 hours/week

Employment Type: Contract Hourly Part Time (March 31, 2027)

Number of Vacancies: 4

Anticipated Start Date: October 12, 2026

Deadline to Apply: October 1, 2026 at 5:00 pm

Be the Spark! Join our passionate team and help us to achieve great things in our community!

The Newcomer Youth Program Assistant supports the delivery of Newcomer Youth Leadership Development programs by assisting with program operations, participant engagement, and volunteer administration activities. Working closely with Newcomer Youth Advisors and program staff, the role contributes to a positive and inclusive experience for newcomer youth through coordination, outreach, and administrative support. The position helps support effective program delivery and community engagement across multiple program locations.

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate and support the delivery of Newcomer Youth Leadership Development activities across multiple Greater Toronto Area locations, helping ensure consistent program implementation and youth engagement.
• Provide logistical and operational support for session delivery, including preparing materials, purchasing program snacks, coordinating room setups, and maintaining attendance records.
• Support Newcomer Youth Advisors with outreach, recruitment, and registration activities to help engage diverse youth participants from surrounding communities.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of Newcomer Youth Leadership Development events, celebrations, trainings, and recognition activities throughout the year.
• Support outreach and promotional activities by co-facilitating workshops, participating in community events, and representing the program at local engagement opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

You bring:

• Partial completion of a post-secondary program in a related field is preferred.
• 1 – 2 years of experience working with teens and young adults in group facilitation or supportive roles, which may include post-secondary field placements, volunteer experience, community engagement activities, or community-based employment.
• Experience supporting or delivering youth activities and programs that contribute to positive learning outcomes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of settlement services and community information resources for newcomer youth.
• Experience supporting outreach activities within the community.
• Experience working with newcomers to Canada is an asset.
• Ability to communicate in a second language is an asset.
• Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with members, staff, and volunteers.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and at different locations as required.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and building a sense of belonging.

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 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like 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 2020–2025 strategic plan, Ignite the Light , which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area.

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.