Resettlement Assistance Youth Worker

Wesley; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local non-profit organization in Hamilton is seeking a Resettlement Assistance Youth Worker to support newly arrived government-assisted refugee youth. The successful candidate will work closely with various services to ensure a smooth transition for the youth. This full-time position offers $23.93/hour for 37.5 hours a week, along with opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment. Proficiency in a second language, as well as a diploma in social services or youth work, is required.

Benefits

Positive work culture

Supportive team

Professional development opportunities

Engaging events like Staff Appreciation Day

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant practical experience working with newcomer youth.
• Familiar with challenges diverse youth face, specifically newcomers to Canada.
• Valid Driver’s License with access to a vehicle is required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and support clients accessing the program.
• Provide information regarding community services and resources.
• Foster collaboration with colleagues in service delivery.
• Engage in regular supervision with the program supervisor.

Skills

Proficiency in a second language (French, Turkish, Swahili, or Spanish)

Excellent communication skills

Organization skills

Time management skills

Coordination skills

Education

Social Service Worker diploma or Child and Youth Worker diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Adobe

Job description

Resettlement Assistance Youth Worker

Posting #: 4224 – Posting Date: 11 December 2025 – Closing: 18 December 2025 4:00pm

Have you heard of us?

Wesley is a long-standing local non‑profit and living wage organization. We are passionate about our work advocating for harm reduction, housing, poverty eradication, and food security in Hamilton, Halton, and Brantford. We’re committed to diversity & inclusion and a healthy work‑life balance. We would love for you to join our team!

Are you the one we’re looking for?

We seek a dynamic, highly motivated Rap Administrative assistant who demonstrates our values of compassion, accountability, responsiveness, and empowerment to our clients, families, and each other.

The role of the RAP youth worker is to support newly arrived government‑assisted refugee (GAR) youth during their stay at temporary accommodations in Hamilton and Brantford. The RAP youth worker collaborates closely with Wesley Youth Services, the Provincial Youth Outreach Workers teams in Hamilton and Brantford, and external youth‑serving agencies to support and connect newly arrived government‑assisted refugee (GAR) youth with essential services. Additionally, they work closely with Client Support Services to ensure a seamless transition to settlement services at Wesley.

This is a unionized, full‑time contract position. The rate of pay is $23.93/ hour. This position is 37.5 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome, interact with, and support clients accessing the program and be available and approachable to address youths’ needs as they arise.
• Provide comprehensive and client‑centered information and referrals regarding available community services and resources.
• Coordinate and co‑facilitate youth workshops in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Foster close collaboration and maintain strong professional relationships with colleagues both within and outside the organization, including Wesley's Youth Services and Client Support Services, to ensure seamless service delivery and integration.
• Engage in regular supervision and consultation with the Supervisor of the Resettlement Assistance Program.
• Participate in team meetings with the Provincial Youth Outreach Workers teams and settlement teams, actively identifying emerging issues, service gaps, and opportunities for collaboration to enhance community capacity.
• Adhere to Wesley's policies and procedures.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training sessions as required.
• Perform other assigned duties as needed.

What you will bring

• Proficiency in a second language is required, particularly French, Turkish, Swahili, or Spanish.
• Possession of a Social Service Worker diploma, Child and Youth Worker diploma, or equivalent qualification, coupled with a minimum of 3 years of relevant practical experience working with newcomer youth.
• Familiar with the challenges and barriers diverse youth face, specifically challenges faced by newcomers to Canada, along with the capacity to engage youth and knowledge of motivating them.
• Advanced computer skills required using the following programs: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Adobe; any program
• Excellent communication, organization, time management, and coordination skills.
• Demonstrated ability to model Wesley’s mission, vision, and
• Proven ability to work effectively with newcomer clients from diverse cultural
• Extensive knowledge of community programs, services, and resources; specific knowledge of the settlement services and integration process
• Available to work flexible/irregular hours, including evenings and
• Non‑violent crisis intervention and 1st aid/CPR training are
• A Valid Driver’s License with access to a vehicle is required.

Invest in Yourself as We Invest in You! Wesley offers…

• A positive work culture that prioritizes all staff having an opportunity to contribute
• A supportive team that will empower you to achieve significant milestones!
• Fun and engaging organizational events such as our Staff Appreciation Event
• Professional development and training opportunities

Please Apply Via Our Wesley Bamboo Portal:

1. Click on this link: https://wesley.bamboohr.com/jobs/
2. From there, you can access all of Wesley’s job postings

Wesley is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. More information about Wesley can be found on our website at www.wesley.ca.