Youth Educator - Contract

Family Transition Place•Orangeville, ON

10d•CA$26 - CA$36•Onsite

About The Position

Family Transition Place is recruiting another educator to work with our Youth Education team. This is a one-year contract position, 35 hours per week, from September 2026 to September 2027. The ideal candidate is youth-oriented, energetic, creative, enthusiastic, computer-savvy, and flexible, capable of fulfilling roles such as a public speaker, team builder, multi-tasker, facilitator, and developer of educational programs.

Requirements

Post-Secondary Education in the Social Services field or equivalent experience and specialized training in a closely related field
Knowledge of violence against women and children issues
An understanding of adolescent transitions with a focus on developmental / behavioural challenges
Experience working with children and youth in large group settings
Skills in managing challenging behaviours with a focus on positive reinforcement and constructive correction
Strong communication skills both written and oral
Ability to deliver effective presentations and workshops to the general public and students
Skills in the use of a computer for facilitating educational programs, correspondence and report writing (specifically PowerPoint, Excel, Access Database and Word)
Ability to work cooperatively as a team member and independently

Nice To Haves

A second language would be an asset

Responsibilities

Facilitating educational programs to classrooms and small groups to help promote and build healthy relationships
Researching, developing and implementing strategies that promote healthy relationships and a positive classroom climate
Creating effective activities and resource materials to support program objectives
Collaborating with school staff and other community groups and agencies
Provide referrals and support when needed