Youth Program Coordinator

POSITION TITLE : Youth Program Coordinator

DEPARTMENT : Programs Department

AFFILIATION : Unionized Position

LOCATION : Headquarters, ON

HOURS : Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm

EXTENDED HOURS : Dependent on needs of the program

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Tropicana Community Services, a Toronto-based multiservice organization, provides all youth, newcomers, people of Black and Caribbean heritage and others in need with opportunities and alternatives that lead to success and positive life choices. Our mission is achieved through culturally appropriate programs such as counselling, childcare, educational, and employment services and youth development.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Youth Programs Coordinator is responsible for designing, coordinating, delivering and evaluating a range of youth-centered programs serving pre-teens, teens, emerging leaders and young adults. This role focuses on building positive developmental pathways, improving youth engagement, strengthening leadership skills, and creating safe, inclusive spaces for growth.

The Coordinator cultivates strong relationships with youths, families, community partners and internal stakeholders while ensuring high-quality program execution aligned with organizational values and goals.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Program Development & Delivery (Across all youth segments)

• Design and implement age-appropriate programs for four core groups : pre-teens, teens, emerging leaders and young adults.
• Develop structured curricula for life skills, leadership, health and wellness, cultural identity, community service, arts and recreation.
• Plan weekly program calendars, workshops, special events and seasonal initiatives.
• Facilitate interactive programming using a mix of experiential learning, group activities, digital tools and peer-led approaches.
• Ensure programs are delivered in compliance with organizational policies and safety standards.

Pre-Teens Programs – (ages 8-12)

Teen Programs – (ages 13-17)

Young Adults & Emerging Leaders – (ages 18-29)

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships

Administration & Program Operations

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Youth Engagement & Facilitation

Leadership & Communication

Program Design & Evaluation

Cultural Competency

Organizational & Administrative

Qualifications

Bonus / Preferred Qualifications

What We Offer

Although we appreciate each application, only those candidates being considered for the position will be contacted.

Tropicana Community Services Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA)

Tropicana Community Services commits to promoting inclusion, diversity, equity and access (IDEA) through its information and support, advocacy, programming, internal policies, and governance structures. Tropicana Community Services will aim to ensure that our staff reflect the experience, skills and diversity of the communities we serve and create an inclusive, barrier‑free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process please contact Human resources. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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