Youth mentor Jobs in Edmonton, AB

Job Description

Job Description

Be the Spark that ignites the potential in people! At our YMCA, we believe in the power of people. Every day, our dedicated employees and volunteers bring energy, positivity, and inclusivity to everything they do. They are the spark that ignites potential in others—helping individuals grow, thrive, and truly belong.

When people feel connected and supported, communities become stronger, more resilient, and full of life. That’s the impact of people-powered change. Together, we create welcoming spaces where everyone is valued, differences are celebrated, and possibilities are endless. Be the spark. Shine bright. Help others shine too.

Role Overview :

The Youth Supervisor is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the effective delivery of youth programs and services, specifically the Youth Transitions Program (YTP) in Edmonton and Grande Prairie, as well as Back on Track (BOT) in Edmonton. This position ensures that onsite and offsite programming meets the needs of youth within the community, aligns with YMCA standards, and fulfills contractual obligations with multiple funders and stakeholders.

Working in close collaboration with the Program Manager, the Youth Supervisor leads a diverse team across on-site and off-site locations, supports the budget(s), evaluates program performance, and fosters strong relationships with community partners. The role demands a high level of professionalism, and interpersonal skills to ensure quality service delivery and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities :

Program & Service Delivery

• Reporting to the Program Manager to design, implement, and evaluate the Youth Transitions Program and Back on Track program components to ensure effectiveness and impact.
• Engage with participants and the broader community to ensure programs and initiatives meet the needs of youth participants.
• Develop or source program materials and tools to support staff and participant learning.
• Support proposal development and meet participant engagement targets as identified by the Program Manager and programming requirements.
• Complete data recording, reporting, and other administrative and programming duties as identified.
• Participates in evening or weekend work for programs, meetings, and / or special events in both Edmonton and Grande Prairie.

Financial & Human Resource Management

Community Engagement & Promotion

Qualifications :

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Northern Alberta is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees and volunteers reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work and volunteer. We offer meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 100 years of providing opportunities for people to shine! Our Y serves tens of thousands of people each year through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, day camps, mental health, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families and seniors.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion : Inclusion has power, and we take strides to create a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can belong. Diverse teams unleash new ideas, and employees thrive in a culture that recognizes and appreciates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of others. Through our differences in how we think and act we can form innovative and effective teams and deliver organizational success.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about an opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Prior to your first day and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required.

The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.