JOB POSTING

Job Category: Youth Engagement Worker(4)

Position Type: Part-Time

Location: Scarborough

Duration: April-June and September –March 2011

Rate of Pay: $12-$16/hr

Application Deadline: March 19th, 2010 6:00pm

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Heart Beatz is seeking motivated and qualified P/T Youth Engagement Workers to join our team in providing youth programs and services to at-risk youth ages 12-15 within the Eglinton East/Kennedy Park Community.

Responsibilities:

·  Familiarity with Positive Youth Development philosophy, Youth Engagment and Health Promotion Strategies and Developmental Assets framework.

· Assist in the development and organization of appropriate activities and programs that are specific to the interests/needs of youth in the Eglinton East/Kennedy Park Community.

· Supervise all youth, programs and activities

· Assist in creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all participants.

· Establish positive and healthy relationships with youth, volunteers and co-workers.

· Adhere to all policies and procedures of Heart Beatz Cliffcrest Community Centre and its partners.

Qualifications:

· Combination of education  in related field and minimum of  two (2) years work  experience;

· Strong knowledge and experience working with at- risk youth and within priority communities;

· Excellent interpersonal, facilitation and written and verbal communication skills;

· Available to work evenings and some weekends;

· Strong organizational and administrative skills;

·  Knowledge of MS computer applications and other office related software.

Application Process:

Submit coverletter and resume to:

Ms. Scerena Officer

Youth Engagement Manager, Heart Beatz Cliffcrest Community Centre

2938 Eglinton Ave. East., Scarborough, M1J 2E4

Fax Number: 416 267- 6932

Email: youthcliffcrest@bellnet.ca

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.