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JS-U26-42 Youth Worker
Springboard
Toronto, ON
Contract
Diploma in the Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, Social Work. Related education will be considered
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JS-U26-42 Youth Worker
Springboard
Toronto, ON
Diploma in the Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, Social Work. Related education will be considered.
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Springboard

JS-U26-42 Youth Worker

Toronto, ON, Canada

Pay: $27.70 per hour
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 15, 2026

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ABOUT US

Springboard's mission is to build stronger communities by helping youth and adults develop the skills they need to reach their full potential. As a charitable organization, we deliver innovative, professional and diverse programming by establishing partnerships between our clients and their community. Springboard’s program areas include community justice, employment, developmental services, youth justice, Weed out The Risk and The Community Learning HUB.

WHO WE ARE

People are at the centre of everything we do. We foster opportunities for skills development, personal growth and social interaction. We also actively promote work/life balance and mental health supports. We foster communication across the agency, from our Town Halls to our quarterly Springboard orientations. We are a learning organization and our people have the opportunity to provide feedback into all areas of the organization.

We have an active Employee Engagement Committee that focuses on connecting staff through communication, a rewards and recognition program, career development initiatives and social/team building opportunities. Springboard offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time, permanent staff and, a savings plan for all permanent positions

THE OPPORTUNITY

Job Class

Union

Department

Justice Services

Location

Toronto, ON

Status

Full-Time, Contract until December 31,2026 with the possibility of extension until February 28,2027

Pay Rate

$27.70 per hour

Vacancy Number

JS-U26-42

Number of vacancies

Available

Immediately

Hours/Shifts

Tuesday-Friday 7:30-3:30pm & Saturdays 7am-3pm

Schedules are subject to operational needs.

Terry Fox House is a 24/7, live-in program which provides services to young men involved in the youth justice system, who have been charged with an offense and ordered for either open custody or detention placements. The team provide education and employment support, life-skills programming, and transitional planning which best supports individuals when they leave the program.

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Youth Worker is responsible for maintaining a structured, trauma-informed and safe setting for 24/7 coverage for the youth in our care, as aligned with ministry operational guidelines, as well as the daily educational needs of the youth, in partnership with the Toronto District School Board.

The position involves shift work which entails 7-day, 24-hour coverage – flexibility to work on days, afternoon/evenings and wake overnights, weekdays, weekends and beyond regular shifts as needed. Travel to other locations/communities due to programming is required.

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

Youth Engagement & Direct Programming

Working closely with the Senior Counsellor and leadership team to support youth, including:

Ensuring all youth records are current and complete
Supporting with the tracking of youth needs such as clothing, hygiene items
Supporting in ensuring all medical/dental/health appointments are arranged and tracked appropriately

Support Senior Counsellor with case management, including:

Completing Part 1 of the intake process for incoming youth
Support in the secondary intake process for incoming youth, with Senior Counsellor support
Scheduling, prepare, plan for, and co-facilitating case management planning meetings with required members
Support in communication with parents/guardians, ally persons, resource persons, probation officer, etc.
Supporting with scheduling youth appointments and programming
Attending court with youth

Support youth with hygiene, life skills, social skills, and individualized planning
Participate in the supervision, training, and developmental growth of new staff members, students and volunteers.
Assist youth and their families/supports in reaching their individual goals
Foster a safe and healthy work environment for the residence, youth, and the staff as per policies, procedures and the legislation. Deal with crisis situations to de-escalate challenging behaviours
Ensuring all youth records are closed and stored according to licensing standards and program policy
Prepare and pre-cook dinner following safe food handling protocols

Administration & Professional Development

Maintain timely and accurate notes and logs using case management and other software, as well as other administrative tasks, as per our program model and policies
Support in the reporting of statistics and other notes as needed, to support in the program evaluation or other special projects, as assigned
Writing Serious Occurrence Reports Level 2s as required; with support from program leadership and Senior Counsellor
Perform security calls, house checks and document as per policy
Auditing of program logs
Actively participate in individual and team meetings, supervisory meetings, planning sessions, case management meetings, and designated trainings
Work effectively with other members of the team
Modeling the agency’s philosophy and mission statement, as well as the program’s Values and Beliefs at all times
Other responsibilities as may be assigned
Participate in strategic planning and other organizational initiatives and committees as required
Regular reporting to funders, internal accounting, and fiscal management of the program budget
Execute other responsibilities as necessary to achieve the objectives and deliverables of the program
Other responsibilities as may be assigned

WHO YOU ARE

Diploma in the Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, Social Work. Related education will be considered.
Minimum one year experience working with youth who have experienced trauma in their lives from a trauma-informed framework
Demonstrated experience in crisis prevention and intervention
Direct experience engaging with diverse populations and an ability to apply a culturally responsive lens to all interactions, including program implementation and capacity-building with young people
Valid G driver’s license
A strong understanding of the systemic barriers that young people face and how this may impact youth and their own experiences
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
A demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders effectively, respectfully, and efficiently with minimal supervision
Effective understanding and use of technology, including Microsoft Office applications

In addition, the following are considered assets:

Understanding of relevant legislation and institutional policies (including the Youth Criminal Justice Act, Education Act, Safe Schools Act)
Experience working within a licensed residential setting considered an asset
Knowledge of the social service agencies operating in Toronto and a willingness to broaden knowledge with respect to clients coming from outside of our geographic location
Current Standard First Aid and CPR certificate, CPI, ASIST
Case management experience and experience in a live-in program are preferred
Experience working within a licensed residential setting considered an asset

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for your interest in working with Springboard. Please submit cover letter and resume in one document. Employment requires satisfactory VSS, references and proof of education.

Deadline for internal applications is September 22 , 2026

Deadline for the external applications is September 29,2026.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

AI in our Hiring Process: We use an application tracking system with AI-assisted tools to help us stay organized and review applications efficiently. While technology supports the process, it never replaces human judgment. Every application is personally reviewed by the hiring manager, and all hiring decisions are made by people - not AI.

Springboard values the diverse skills and experiences and is committed to an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

Why Join Springboard?

Be part of a mission-driven, inclusive organization that values people and impact.
Comprehensive benefits package and pension plan.
Access to training, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
A dynamic team environment focused on learning, growth, and making a difference.
Active Employee Engagement Committee that focuses on connecting staff through communication, a rewards and recognition program, career development initiatives and of course, social and team building opportunities.

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Responsibilities

The Youth Worker maintains a safe, trauma-informed environment for youth in a 24/7 residential setting while providing life-skills programming and educational support. They are responsible for case management, crisis de-escalation, and accurate documentation of youth progress and incidents.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma in Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, or Social Work, with at least one year of experience working with traumatized youth. A valid G driver's license and the ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overnights, are required.

Skills

Crisis intervention
Case management
Trauma-informed care
Youth engagement
Conflict de-escalation
Life skills coaching
Record keeping
Interpersonal communication
Cultural responsiveness
Microsoft Office
First Aid
CPR
Safe food handling
Reporting
Team collaboration

Benefits

Pension plan
Savings plan
Training opportunities
Mentorship
Career development initiatives
Rewards and recognition program

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Keywords

Youth Justice
Social Services
Trauma-informed
Case Management
Crisis Prevention
Residential Care
Youth Criminal Justice Act
Education Act
Safe Schools Act
Serious Occurrence Reports
Shift Work
Life Skills
Mentorship
Community Justice
Data Entry
Reporting
Stakeholder Collaboration
Cultural Competency
First Aid
CPR
CPI
ASIST
Microsoft Office
Record Keeping
Supervision
Program Evaluation
Fiscal Management
Strategic Planning
Team Building
Communication

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