Youth Centre Director

Youth Centre, Youth Drop-in

Position : Youth Centre Director

Organization : Quinte West Youth Centre

Location : Quinte West Youth Centre, 2 Wooler Road, Trenton, ON

• Reports to : Board of Directors
• Compensation : Salary $60,000 - $65,000, full-time (40 hours per week). Three weeks of paid vacation, and time off in lieu arrangement.
• Proposed Start : January 19, 2026
• Hours : During the school year, weekdays 9 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM, with one or two weekdays 1 : 00 PM - 9 : 00 PM to have exposure to drop-in programming. Occasional weekends may be needed for events. Summer hours are 9 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM as drop in is during the day. Hybrid work arrangement available.

Overview of QWYC

The Quinte West Youth Centre (QWYC) is a youth-led drop‑in space for ages 10–18 where young people can connect, belong, try new things, and thrive. Our mission is to provide a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment that empowers youth, supports their growth, and gives them a home away from home. We’re open year‑round, four nights a week during the school year, and four days during the summer months with seasonal events and opportunities for day trips. Our core activities include mentorship, leadership development, creative outlets, sports, recreation, tutoring, and a LGBTQ2+ club. At QWYC, the focus is on relationships and community. Every youth who walks through our doors matters, and together we create a space alive with hope, support, and possibility.

Position Summary

The Youth Centre Director provides leadership, coordination, and sustainability for the Youth Centre. This role balances relationship‑based leadership inside and outside the centre, organizational oversight, and hands‑on presence in the life of the centre. This is a leadership role within a small nonprofit organization, requiring adaptability, collaboration, and creative strategy.

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Qualifications & Experience

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How To Apply / Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility

Even if you don’t think you meet the listed requirements, we still encourage you to apply! Research shows that women, Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, 2SLGHBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, and others from historically underrepresented communities often only apply when they meet 100% of the criteria. If you believe you bring the skills, lived experience, and heart for this role, we want to hear from you.

QWYC is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Please let us know if you require accommodations at any stage of the application process.

If you have any questions please email Nahanni Ranes, Interim Director at ed@qwyc.ca or Maria Morris, Board Member at morrism@alcdsb.on.ca.

To apply please submit your resume and cover letter to both Maria and Nahanni by email and write “YC Director Applicant” in the subject line.

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