Friends of Ruby is dedicated to supporting the well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth aged 16-29 through mental health services, social programs, and housing. We operate a Youth Drop-In Centre, offering barrier-free counselling, hot meals, and community programming, and a Transitional Home, providing emergency and long-term housing with life-skills support.
If you're passionate about creating safe, inclusive spaces for marginalized youth, this is your chance to make an impact as a Volunteer!
Why Volunteer with Us?
- A welcoming, inclusive environment where your voice matters.
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.
- Flexible scheduling that fits your life.
- Growth opportunities in a mission-driven organization.
Additional Requirements
Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check clearance is required. Additional information (e.g., resume, references, etc.) may be requested depending on the category and availability of different volunteer positions.
Important Note
If you have accessed Friends of Ruby services in the past year, we kindly ask that you refrain from applying for this position as there must be a 12-month gap since your last date of service.
This policy helps to ensure objectivity and avoids potential conflicts of interest. We prioritize equal opportunity for all applicants and aim to maintain the integrity of our organization. We appreciate your understanding and commitment to a fair volunteer process.
How to Apply
To ensure a fair and efficient volunteering process, we kindly ask that all applications be submitted directly through the job posting link. We are unable to accept phone inquiries regarding this position. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates who have been selected for an interview.
Friends of Ruby is committed to an inclusive and accessible volunteering process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please inform our People and Culture team.
Preference will be given to members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community as part of our commitment to equity and representation.
Help us create brighter futures for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth!
We can’t wait to hear from you!