Purpose:
The purpose of the Mississippi Mills Youth Centre (MMYC) is to strengthen the emotional, social, mental, and physical health and wellness of youth aged 10-18, especially those who may be at risk due to their socio-economic environments, social and familial relationships, and school situations. We accomplish this by providing a safe, supervised environment where youth develop social and practical skills to become engaged and productive members of society. MMYC offers casual drop-in programs as well as structured programming, including fundraising and community partnership events, all at low or no cost to participants.
The Youth Activity Leader is responsible, in conjunction with the Executive Director, Program Coordinator and Project Coordinator, for supporting facilitation and supervision of activities, field trips, work shops, summer camp, community initiatives and special events.
MMYC Mission: To support youth in the discovery of themselves and their community.
MMYC Vision: Confident, contributing, content youth.
MMYC Values: Respect, inclusion, integrity, safety, responsibility, pride, fairness, fun and connections.
Accountability:
The Youth Activity Leader reports directly to the MMYC Executive Director and indirectly to the Program Coordinator and Project Coordinator.
Qualifications:
1. Availability and flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
2. Knowledge and familiarity with local support agencies would be a strong asset.
3. Knowledge of, or previous work or volunteer experience with youth aged 10-18 would be considered an asset.
4. Clean and current Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) report issued by Ontario Provincial Police, or eligibility and willingness to obtain same upon hiring.
5. Valid First Aid and CPR level C, or willingness and ability to obtain same upon hiring.
Duties:
1. Working with Program Coordinator, Project Coordinator and Senior Youth Worker to facilitate activities during weekly programming, field trips, workshops, summer camp and community initiatives and special events.
2. Provide feedback to the Program Coordinator and Project Coordinator in a timely manner about any issues or concerns with programs and/or participants and assist with conflict resolution amongst program participants.
3. Model the values and mission of MMYC in all interactions with youth, their families, the community and staff colleagues and engage with others in a professional and friendly manner.
4. Ensure a safe and healthy environment for youth, staff and volunteers by adhering to policies, procedures and good common sense as well as confidentiality protocols.
5. Providing supervision to youth, pursuant to MMYC Policies and Procedures while ensuring a physically and emotionally safe and healthy environment.
6. Supporting community engagement and fundraising initiative of the centre.
7. Assisting in maintaining the youth centre in a clean and organized state, inside and outside.
8. Other duties as required by the Employer.
Working Conditions:
The Mississippi Mills Youth Centre Youth Activity Leader role is a permanent part-time position with varying hours. This position requires evening and weekend availability.
Disclaimer
The information presented in this job description indicated the general nature and level of work expected of the Youth Worker. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of the employee assigned to this job. All MMYC personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.20 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 12 per week
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-09-08
