Help create a safe refuge for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth through crisis intervention, harm reduction, and compassionate support at Friends of Ruby. This is an on-site Toronto position.
As a part-time, fixed-term Youth Support Worker, you will support the warming centre serving youth aged 16-29. The centre operates from November 2026 to April 2027, with eight-hour weekend shifts and on-call relief opportunities during the week. Your work will address basic needs, provide affirming care, and support daily programming and operations.
Key Responsibilities: Provide affirming, non-judgmental welcome and orientation
Deliver trauma-informed, harm-reduction-based care
Respond to crises and provide post-crisis support
Prepare snacks and maintain a clean,



safe environment
Build community connections and collaborate with teammates
Requirements: Three-plus years working with youth or residential settings
Education or experience in social services or social sciences
Solid communication and teamwork skills
Ability to manage priorities calmly and effectively
CPI, ASIST, First Aid, CPR, or UMAB training is an asset
Use crisis response, harm reduction, and teamwork skills to strengthen affirming support for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.

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📌 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth Support Worker (Ontario)
🏢 Friends-of-Rub
📍 Ontario