Youth Development & Program Coordinator

Albion Neighbourhood Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Extended health benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Albion Neighbourhood Services seeks a Youth Development & Program Coordinator to drive career development, education support, and wellness initiatives for Black youth in Etobicoke and surrounding sites. The role leads a team of youth workers, coordinates partnerships, and expands BGC Albion programming.

The position emphasizes Afrocentric, culturally affirming spaces, safeguarding, and reporting to the BGC Albion Manager, with afternoon/evening hours and some weekend work.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Education, Community Development, or related field.
• High FIVE certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead youth development work in career development, education supports, skill development and wellness.
• Oversee assigned youth workers, providing direction, coaching and support.
• Build partnerships with schools, employers, post-secondary institutions and community organizations.
• Identify gaps in service and develop new or expanded programs for Black youth.
• Lead special projects, manage timelines, and report on progress.
• Support funding opportunities and prepare funding proposals and reports.

Skills

Youth development

Staff supervision

Partnership building

Project management

Bilingualism

Education

Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS / database software

Job description

Albion Neighbourhood Services
Position title: Youth Development & Program Coordinator
Department: BGC Albion
Reports to: BGC Albion Manager
Supervises: Assigned youth workers, students and volunteers
Location: Etobicoke, Toronto; assigned program sites
Employment type: Full-time, in person – 37.5 hours per week
Schedule: Afternoons and evenings; occasional or scheduled weekends
Salary: $55,000 annually
Benefits: Paid time off, Extended health benefits, Pension plan

Other: This is an new non-union position

About Albion Neighbourhood Services

Albion Neighbourhood Services (ANS) is a community-based, charitable organization committed to strengthening communities by providing accessible programs and services that respond to the needs of children, youth, individuals, and families. Through BGC Albion, ANS creates safe, inclusive, and supportive spaces where children and youth can develop meaningful relationships, discover their strengths, build confidence, develop life skills, and access opportunities that support their growth and success.

Position Summary

Reporting to the BGC Albion Manager, the Youth Development & Program Coordinator leads BGC Albion’s youth development work in four areas: career development, education supports, skill development, and wellness. The role places a strong emphasis on serving Black youth, and on creating culturally affirming programs that respond to their strengths, experiences, and goals. The Coordinator builds partnerships that open doors for young people, grows and expands BGC Albion programming, and leads special projects as they come up. The Coordinator also oversees assigned youth workers, providing the direction, coaching, and support the team needs to achieve program goals.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

A. Career development and employment readiness

• Plan and deliver career exploration, employment readiness, and leadership programming, including resume writing, interview preparation, workplace skills, and job search support.
• Connect youth with mentorship, job shadowing, volunteer, internship, and summer employment opportunities, with a focus on Black professionals, mentors, and employers.
• Support youth to explore post-secondary pathways, apprenticeships, skilled trades, and entrepreneurship.

B. Education supports

• Coordinate homework help, tutoring, literacy and numeracy support, and study skills programming.
• Support youth with school transitions, course selection, and post-secondary and scholarship applications.
• Work with schools, families, and caregivers to advocate for youth and address barriers to educational success, including those created by anti-Black racism.

C. Skill development and wellness

• Deliver programming that builds life skills, leadership, financial literacy, digital skills, and healthy relationships.
• Promote mental, emotional, and physical wellness through culturally relevant activities, workshops, and referrals.
• Create Afrocentric and culturally affirming spaces that celebrate Black identity, history, culture, and achievement.
• Follow ANS safeguarding, confidentiality, and duty-to-report requirements, and promptly elevate concerns to the Manager.

D. Program expansion and special projects

• Identify gaps in service and develop new or expanded programs that respond to the needs and interests of youth, especially Black youth.
• Lead special projects and initiatives as they come up, including planning, timelines, delivery, and reporting.
• Support the Manager in identifying funding opportunities and preparing funding proposals and reports.

E. Partnerships and community development

• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, employers, post-secondary institutions, Black-led and Black-serving organizations, and community agencies.
• Liaise with other services where a young person needs additional or specialist support, and make appropriate referrals.
• Promote BGC Albion programs through community outreach, events, and approved communication channels.

F. Supervision of youth workers

• Provide day-to-day direction, supervision, and support to assigned youth workers, students, and volunteers to accomplish program goals.
• Assign tasks, coordinate schedules and program coverage, and set clear expectations for program delivery.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and in-house training, and role-model culturally responsive, anti-oppressive practice.
• Monitor staff performance and timesheets, provide input into evaluations, and report concerns to the Manager.
• Formal discipline, termination, compensation, hiring, time-off, and budget approvals remain with the BGC Albion Manager.

G. Monitoring, evaluation and administration

• Track participation and outcomes, including education and employment milestones, and gather feedback to improve programs.
• Complete monthly reports, maintain an up-to-date database, and submit HR and financial forms on time.
• Manage assigned program budgets in conjunction with the Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• A completed degree or diploma in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Education, Community Development, or a related field.
• HIGH FIVE certification is an asset.

Experience

• Three to five years of experience working with children and youth, including experience working with Black youth and communities.
• Experience planning and delivering career development, education support, or wellness programs.
• Experience supervising or leading part-time staff, youth workers, or volunteers.
• Experience building partnerships with employers, schools, or community organizations.
• Experience leading projects or developing new programs; experience in the not-for-profit sector is an asset.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Strong understanding of anti-Black racism and its impact on the education, employment, and well-being of Black youth.
• Knowledge of Afrocentric, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approaches.
• Lived experience within Black communities is considered a strong asset.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organization, and project management skills, including report writing and presentations.
• Knowledge of child development and Ontario’s Child, Youth and Family Services Act.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic program records. Multilingualism is an asset.

Mandatory requirements

• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check, consistent with ANS policy and applicable law.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification, or willingness to obtain within an established period.
• Ability to work afternoons, evenings, and occasional weekends, and to travel between program locations and community events.

Core competencies

Competency Expected performance

Youth-centred practice: Places the needs, strengths, goals, and voices of young people at the centre of programming.
Cultural responsiveness: Creates affirming spaces for Black youth and applies an anti-Black racism lens to programs and practice.
Leadership and supervision: Provides clear direction and coaching to youth workers and holds the team accountable for goals.
Partnership building: Develops relationships that create education, career, and wellness opportunities for youth.
Initiative and innovation: Identifies emerging needs and leads new programs and special projects.
Communication and teamwork: Communicates clearly, reports concerns constructively, and works collaboratively.
Safety and judgment: Exercises sound judgment, follows safeguarding procedures, and escalates concerns appropriately.

Working conditions

The position requires regular in-person work with youth in community, school, and recreational settings, including community events, outings, and partner sites, during afternoons, evenings, and some weekends. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Equity and accessibility statement

Albion Neighbourhood Services is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Because this role focuses on serving Black youth, we especially encourage applications from Black candidates. We also welcome applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, and members of other equity-deserving groups. ANS is committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable legislation.