Youth Worker (North Huron)

Southwestern Ontario Youth For Christ/Youth Unlimited; North Huron; On-site; CAD 43,638 - 54,548; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

RSP with company match

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

Southwestern Ontario Youth For Christ/Youth Unlimited is looking for a dynamic individual to engage and support youth through various programming in Ontario, Canada. The role involves planning, implementing youth activities, and working directly with volunteers to foster community relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a strong alignment with the organization's mission, spiritual maturity, and excellent relational abilities. This position offers a supportive culture, meaningful work opportunities, and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Fully aligned with the message and mission of Youth Unlimited YFC.
• Spiritual maturity and strong interpersonal skills.
• Satisfactory Criminal Reference Check (Vulnerable Persons Sector).

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement youth activities.
• Work directly with youth and volunteers.
• Complete administrative tasks and uphold organization policies.

Skills

Excellent relational skills

Leadership abilities

Strong administrative skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Education

Post secondary education

Job description

What You Will Do

We are looking for the kind of person who can plan, implement, and engage in youth activities in a Youth Centre and/or Elementary/High School setting. The interested candidate should be able to create programs based on their God-given abilities while considering the needs of the community youth they are serving. Relationship building capabilities are essential to this position. Responsibilities include creative programming, team work and team building, personal/professional development, administrative tasks, and creating a support base of ministry partners who will financially support you in this ministry.

You Will:

• Work directly with youth
• Attend meetings: regular supervisory meetings, monthly satellite staff meetings, bi-monthly chapter wide staff meetings,and annual retreats/conferences
• Recruit and work with volunteers
• Advocate for youth through fundraising
• Participate in the major fundraising events of the satellite
• Interact with the public, providing clear communication to parents of youth
• Complete administrative tasks (monthly reports, policies, etc)
• Be responsible to uphold SWOYFC policies, procedures, and risk management
• Be involved in training and seeking ongoing professional development opportunities

What You Need To Get The Job Done

• Fully aligned with the message, mission,and ministry strategy of Youth Unlimited YFC
• Spiritual maturity
• Excellent relational skills with a professional approach to relationships
• Willingness to participate within a team that undertakes a variety of weekly tasks
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience with strong interpersonal skills
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently
• Post secondary education preferred
• Satisfactory Criminal Reference Check (Vulnerable Persons Sector)

What Will Make Us REALLY Love You!

• Experience with youth ministry
• Passion for learning and ability to be curious and pro-active
• Responsible for managing time
• Maintain clear and consistent communication
• Urgency in work and the ability to get projects done in a timely manner

What You Will Love About Us!

• Great culture –a fun, creative, and energetic youth-focused environment with staff teams who genuinely care for each other.
• Opportunities to make an impact –we care about your individuality by giving you freedom to grow and create within the organization while impacting the lives of young people
• Prepare for the future –a generous RSP with a company match
• The care you receive –comprehensive benefits package, training, retreats, development opportunities, paid time off, and more...

Compensation range: $43,638-54,548

The salary of this position is determined on a scale based on education and experience, and is funded on a missionary basis requiring the development of a ministry partnership team.

Hiring Statement

At SWOYFC, we believe that the workplace is unified when each of us is encouraged, recognized, and able to serve out of our gifts. We believe that we can serve our youth most effectively when our staff represent the communities in which we serve. At SWOYFC we are working hard to foster an environment of collaboration, diversity, inclusivity and respect. We encourage people of all ethnicities and abilities who love Jesus and are aligned with our vision and values, to consider applying.

We strive to achieve equality in the workplace, which means no one will be denied employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to fit for a role. We also understand employment equity means more than treating individuals in the same way but requires special measures and the accommodation of differences. In this way, we are working to create a diverse and inclusive workplace.