Senior Youth Mentor (After-School)
About The Position
BGC Jane and Finch Club is committed to providing safe, supportive, and inclusive environments where children and youth can reach their full potential. Through life-changing programs, community-based services, and meaningful relationships with peers and caring adults, we help young people develop the confidence, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed. BGC Jane and Finch is seeking enthusiastic, responsible, and community-minded Youth Mentors to support and engage children and youth through recreational, educational, and leadership-based programming. Youth Mentors serve as positive role models who foster healthy relationships, encourage personal growth, and contribute to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all participants. This position offers valuable experience in youth development, recreation, leadership, social services, and community engagement.
Requirements
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to engage and motivate diverse groups of young people.
- Demonstrated leadership, responsibility, and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
- Valid Vulnerable Sector Check
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with children and youth in recreational, educational, or community settings.
- Knowledge of community resources and youth development principles.
Responsibilities
- Report directly to the Youth Coordinator and/or Director.
- Support the daily delivery of BGC Jane and Finch programs in accordance with the organization's core values of Belonging, Respect, Encouragement and Support, Working Together, and Speaking Out.
- Assist in the development and implementation of program plans and activities.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding participants, families, staff, and organizational information.
- Complete all required documentation accurately and on time, including attendance records, incident reports, safety audits, progress evaluations, and timesheets and work-hour submissions.
- Complete all required organizational training and submit certifications through BambooHR.
- Maintain positive working relationships with community partners.
- Comply with all health, safety, and organizational policies and procedures.
- Participate in staff meetings, supervision sessions, training opportunities, and performance evaluations.
- Supervise and engage participants during program hours, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
- Support youth in developing positive social skills, healthy relationships, leadership abilities, and academic engagement.
- Organize and facilitate recreational and educational activities, including sports and physical fitness, arts and crafts, cooking activities, games and team-building exercises, music and creative programming, and special events and workshops.
- Encourage active participation and create opportunities for members to build meaningful peer connections.
- Welcome new participants and help integrate them into programming.
- Promote teamwork, leadership, responsibility, and positive behaviour among youth participants.
- Attend community outings, field trips, and special events as required.
- Monitor participant attendance, engagement, and progress, documenting observations as requested.
- Assist with the setup, maintenance, and cleanup of program spaces and equipment.
- Support the implementation of routine cleaning schedules at assigned program locations.
- Ensure facilities are maintained in a safe and organized manner, including proper signage, equipment storage, and adherence to safety protocols.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
