The Rexdale Community Health Centre (RCHC) is a multi-service centre providing primary health care, health promotion and community support services, including settlement and community development activities for families, children, youth, adults and seniors of diverse backgrounds.

Primary Function: The primary goal of the REX Pride Program is to provide support to 2SLGBTQ+ and racialized youth in the Rexdale/North Etobicoke community by providing programs, individual support, community engagement and education to help fill the gap that exists for this silenced, ignored, and vulnerable community. In addition, there is a focus on creating a safe space and giving youth who identify as 2SLGBTTIQQPA the opportunity to utilize artistic mediums and create a message for social change in the community.

Position Overview:

Working as part of the Youth and Family Services Team, and reporting to the REX Pride Program Facilitator, this position works to support all aspects of the planning and implementation of 2SLGBTQ+ and racialized youth-specific programming and related individual supports provided to youth participating in the REX Pride Program. The position will be responsible for supporting outreach, youth supports/referrals and co-facilitation of core program QMAP (Queer Media Arts Program) as well as Community High School Programs.

Key Responsibilities

PROGRAM PLANNING and IMPLEMENTATION:

• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure a coordinated approach to youth, families and community needs
• Act as advocate, mentor, and support to youth; encourage social inclusion, reduce risk factors, and build resilience
• Work with the team and youth to plan initiatives and support
• Outreach a nd engage 2SLGBTQ+ youth and allies in Rexdale/North Etobicoke; attend community meetings, liaise/network with organizations (schools, police, etc.)
• Plan to facilitate and evaluate weekly QMAP and high school programs; provide support, referrals, and informal counselling
• Demonstrate anti racist/anti-oppressive and equitable practice; adhere to Centre policies (confidentiality, AODA, health/safety)
• Assist in developing/implementing the CEE program to help local orgs/businesses create inclusive environments for the 2SLGBTQ+ community
• Secure space, resources, food for programs; budget for resources; maintain routines on use
• Provide youth with information, referrals, support; connect to opportunities (e.g., QMAP)

ADMINISTRATION:

• Provide regular reports as necessary and on time.
• Identify gaps in service delivery and develop strategies via program development, partnerships, advocacy or external resources.
• Work with Program Team to ensure info needed for monitoring/evaluation is accurate/current (including participation, care plans, system navigation and referrals.
• Complete administrative documentation; ensure program activities, attendance, referrals, and challenges are recorded and entered
• Maintain professional competence via professional development, peer support, and supervision.
• Provide additional oral/written reports to program staff (team meetings, monthly reports, etc.)
• Ensure all RCHC policies and procedures are adhered to.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Social Services or a related field, or equivalent combination of education/experience
• Experience working/mentoring with 2SLGBTQ+ youth and youth from racialized communities
• Ability to provide outreach in culturally appropriate, anti racist, community-based ways
• Experience providing front-line services for youth
• Experience with small group dynamics, facilitation and presentations to larger groups
• Understanding of one-on-one relationship building; issues affecting diverse 2SLGBTQ+ youth in North Etobicoke
• Knowledge of community and social service resources for youth
• Strong oral and written communication skills for different audiences
• Ability to work effectively with youth, stakeholders, institutions; ability to work in a team and independently
• Competent with Windows, MS Office, web browsers, and social media (Instagram, Discord)
• Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to work within the values, goals, mission, and policies of RCHC
• Identifying as part of the 2SLGBTQ+ and/or racialized and/or Rexdale community is an asset
• Artistic skills are also an asset

Salary Range: $22.82 to $30.42 hourly (based on experience),

Hours per week: 35

Starting date: ASAP

Contract End Date: March 31, 2026(with possibility of extension)