Social Worker

YMCA of Greater Toronto; Canada; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is seeking a contract full-time Employment & Community professional to support youth and families across Peel. This 12-month role offers a starting salary around 65,060 CAD and a comprehensive compensation package, with 37.5 hours per week and an anticipated start date of December 1, 2026.

You will collaborate with colleagues, assess and treat youth, develop plans, and engage with community resources.

Qualifications

• University degree in Social Work or Psychology.
• Active Ontario college membership (OCSWSSW or College of Psychotherapists of Ontario).
• Experience or understanding of trauma-based counselling and exploitation issues.
• Knowledge of harm reduction philosophies.
• Ability to manage a flexible schedule, including evenings.
• Valid Ontario driver's license with access to a vehicle for site travel.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff at all levels in the Employment and Community unit.
• Provide skilled assessment and treatment services to youth.
• Develop, implement and evaluate treatment plans.
• Engage in ongoing self-reflection and assess strategy effectiveness.
• Coordinate with professionals and community resources for service delivery.
• Provide case management and group services as needed.
• Maintain comprehensive case records and timely data entry.
• Develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and respect boundaries.
• Support anti-oppressive principles in work with members.

Skills

Collaboration

Trauma-informed care

Flexible scheduling

Community liaison

Education

University degree in Social Work or Psychology

Ontario social worker or psychotherapist college membership

Job description

Salary Rate: $65,060 – Check out the YMCA’s total compensation package!

Location: Peel Employment and Community

Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Employment Type: Contract Full Time Salaried - 12 months (Existing Vacancy)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated Start Date: December 1, 2026

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

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

In this role, you will:

• A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and establish strong working relationship with all levels of staff in the Employment and Community unit
• Provide skilled assessment and treatment services to youth
• Develop, implement and evaluate treatment plans according to individual member needs
• Have the capacity for self-reflection and an ability to engage in ongoing assessment of strategies and their effectiveness
• Collaborate with other professionals and community resources to ensure effective service delivery on behalf of each member
• Provide case management services
• Provide group services as required
• Ensure the availability of required information for all member by maintain comprehensive case record and data in a timely manner
• Ability to develop and maintain highly effective working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders and a strong understanding of role boundaries
• Support anti-oppressive and anti-racism principles in work with members
• A working knowledge or understanding of the current Child and Youth Family Services Act (CYFSA) – would be beneficial
• Capability to participate in quality improvement and program evaluation
• Understands and supports YMCA philanthropic commitments, connects with families and offers opportunities to give, either financially or their personal time, including participation in special events within the centre and the community.
• Understands the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Child Protection.
• Understands the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with members, volunteers, donors and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

You bring:

• University in Social Work or Psychology with a minimum of 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Membership in good standing of the Ontario College of Social Worker and Social Service Workers or the College of Psychotherapists of Ontario
• Good understanding of trauma based counselling and human trafficking/sexual exploitation issue
• Working knowledge of harm reduction philosophies
• An ability to manage a flexible work schedule, including evenings as required.
• A valid Ontario Driver’s License with access to a reliable vehicle, travelling between sites
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging

What you need to succeed:

• Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
• A commitment to uphold strong, safeguarding practices that protect the safety, well-being, inclusion of children, and youth
• 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.

Check out the next steps in our recruitment process and see what others are saying about working at the YMCA.