Peer Support Coordinator – HOMEBASE Youth Hub

Department Community Programs - Youth Hub (CPR245)

Position Title Peer Support Coordinator – HOMEBASE Youth Hub

Hours of Work 37.5 hours weekly (8am - 4pm with a half hour unpaid break, Monday to Friday)

Position Type Full time Permanent

Reports To Assistant Director of Community Programs

Start Date As Soon As Possible

Salary $23.56 - $24.80 per hour (starting based on experience and knowledge)

Work Location 2817 12th Avenue, Regina SK S4T 4Y9

Open To Internal and External Applicants

Application Deadline 1:00 p.m. CST, Friday November 20, 2026.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

YWCA Regina is the host site of Homebase, a new Integrated Youth Services (IYS) Hub and is seeking a compassionate and driven Peer Support Coordinator. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Community Programs, the Peer Support

Coordinator will work directly with youth aged 12-25 experiencing complex challenges such as mental health, substance use disorders, poverty, and homelessness. This role focuses on advocating for youth in medical, legal, justice and social service systems, ensuring that their needs are met and their voices are heard.

The Peer Support

Coordinator will be responsible for providing one-on-one support; accompanying youth to as an advocate to medical appointments, legal proceedings, social service engagements; and navigating systems to ensure access to essential care and services. This role also emphasizes collaboration with community partners, service navigation, and relationship-building to support youth through holistic, trauma-informed, and culturally respectful advocacy. The role of the Youth Support Coordinator may vary based on the needs of the community and program growth and may also include specific projects as assigned.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Provide direct advocacy and support to youth (12-25) navigating complex systems such as justice, healthcare, and

education.
- Identify service gaps and work to prevent duplication of services by coordinating with other service providers.
- Support youth in accessing other services related to legal advocacy, medical needs, and social supports.
- Build relationships with local justice organizations and advocate for youth needs within these structures.
- Conduct outreach to ensure that youth who are disengaged or hard to reach have access to the Hub’s services.
- Collaborate with the Youth Support Coordinator and other Hub staff to ensure a holistic approach to service delivery.
- Assist in the development and delivery of justice-related programs for youth that address systemic barriers.
- Track outcomes for youth accessing advocacy services, ensuring data is recorded for reporting and program evaluation.
- Serve as a resource for youth on legal rights, healthcare access, and social service navigation.
- Adhere to all YWCA policies, including health and safety, confidentiality, and code of conduct.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills & knowledge:

- Post-secondary education in justice studies, law, social work, or related field.
- Experience working with youth involved in the justice system or facing systemic barriers.
- Lived experience is considered an asset; will have experience in de-escalation and crisis management.
- Will have patience and demonstrate knowledge and experience using a trauma informed approach and be comfortable

in environments where adaptability is key.
- Strong communication, advocacy,



relationship-building, case management, and counselling skills.
- Familiarity with Indigenous cultures and the impacts of colonialism on justice and social systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders to provide integrated support.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and crisis intervention skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license and First Aid/CPR certification.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

- Work Location: Onsite at 2817 12th Avenue, Regina SK S4T 4Y9.
- Physical Demands: Standing for extended periods; some light lifting (e.g., stocking supplies, etc.) may be required.
- Special Condition: A criminal record check, including a vulnerable sector check, is required following a conditional

offer of employment. Results will be assessed in relation to the duties of the role and will not automatically disqualify candidates. Also required is a valid First Aid & CPR Certification or willingness to obtain within a specified period.

YWCA REGINA EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

- Vacation accruals paid out each pay cycle based on hours worked
- 10 statutory holiday days plus 3 YWCA Regina–recognized paid days annually.
- Access to the YWCA Regina vehicle fleet for work purposes (with applicable credentials).
- Access to the organization’s on-site fitness facility.
- Casual dress code and flexible work week.
- A values-driven team committed to equity, care, and community impact.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & INCLUSION As an organization led by and for women, YWCA Regina is deeply committed to building a team that reflects the full diversity of our community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit),

Black people, racialized persons, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, newcomers, and all others who bring perspectives that enrich our work.

We understand that systemic barriers can discourage people from applying for roles where they are underrepresented. We want to be clear: your lived experience, community knowledge, and unique perspective are genuine assets here. We are actively working to build conditions where every team member can contribute fully and see themselves reflected in our organization.

Accommodation is available at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require support to participate equitably, please contact us at [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs in a timely and confidential manner.

YWCA Regina uses a structured interview process designed to assess competencies fairly and consistently. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

HOW TO APPLY

Please reference “Peer Support Coordinator – HOMEBASE Youth Hub” clearly in the subject line of your application.

Applications that do not include this reference may be deemed ineligible.

YWCA Regina invites applicants to voluntarily self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation,



non-status, Métis, or Inuit) or as a member of another equity-deserving group in their cover letter and/or resume. Self-identification is entirely voluntary and will not be used in any way that disadvantages applicants.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Submit a letter or statement of interest from your YWCA Regina email address to [email protected] by 1:00 p.m. CST, Friday November 20, 2026.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Submit a cover letter and resume in one single document to [email protected] by

1:00 p.m. CST, Friday November 20, 2026.

NOTE: Professional references will be requested from finalists only. Please do not include references with your initial application.

ABOUT YWCA REGINA

YWCA Regina Inc., established in 1910, aspires to a world where communities benefit from the full and equitable inclusion of women and families, and where the experiences and perspectives of women and families are reflected in all facets of society. We are a community voice of and for women — and a trusted partner in addressing the most complex issues faced by women and our community. YWCA Regina provides childcare, shelter and housing, community programs, family support programs, and outreach.

For over a century, YWCA Regina has been a cornerstone of life in Regina — evolving to meet the needs of women and families across generations. Our work spans emergency shelter, affordable housing, licensed childcare, family violence prevention, and wraparound community supports. We are a value-driven organization where staff are not simply delivering services — they are partners in meaningful, community-led change.

Working at YWCA Regina means joining a team that leads with love, operates with grit, and believes deeply that every person deserves dignity, safety, and belonging. Our staff bring a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and experiences —

and that diversity makes our work stronger.

YWCA Regina is committed to anti-colonial, anti-racist practice and to a workplace that prioritizes cultural safety. We are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and accessible services and spaces for gender and sexually diverse persons. We acknowledge that our social systems, communities, and organizational processes can perpetuate the marginalization of

Indigenous peoples, Black people, and gender and sexually diverse people. We are committed to systemic change and to actions that further justice, truth, and reconciliation for marginalized peoples*.*

OUR VALUES

- Mutual Respect: Everyone deserves an equitable, judgement-free environment.
- Truth, Trust & Transparency: We conduct our work with honesty, integrity, and transparency to hold ourselves

accountable and maintain the trust we have earned in our community.
- Community Allyship: We embrace change by amplifying voices that guide our work. We actively advocate with and

meet people and the community where they are, to support them in getting where they want to be.
- Collaboration: The collective strength, aligned partnerships, and interconnectedness of community enable us to drive

change, disrupt power structures, and address barriers.
- Love and Care: The way in which we care for our people and community matters. By providing a nurturing,

welcoming, and loving environment, we create spaces for care, a sense of belonging, family, and home.
- Grit: Our perseverance, passion, and resilience affirm our belief that change is possible even in the face of adversity.

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