Youth Engagement Leader (Part-time)

Job summary

Responsible for delivering quality youth programs and drop-in activities for individuals aged 13-18 in urban and rural Milton. Duties include supervising youth, managing the Youth Space, and providing referrals to social services.

Job details

Job Type: Permanent Department: Hourly Wage: $24.91 Close Date (closes at 12:00 am on date noted below): October 6, 2026 Openings: 6 POSITION SUMMARY About Milton Join one of Ontario’s fastest-growing and most dynamic municipalities. The Town of Milton is proud to deliver high-quality, sustainable municipal services that support a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-looking community where residents thrive, businesses succeed, and nature is respected and protected. Our vision is to foster a safe, diverse, and welcoming environment—one that honours its natural landscapes and rich heritage, supports thriving and inclusive neighbourhoods, nurtures a strong and balanced economy, and offers exceptional opportunities to live, learn, work, and play. What We Offer? This position is eligible for the following: • Starting Hourly Rate: $24.91 • Benefits: Employee Assistance Program and option to participate in the OMERS pension plan • Employee perks/discounts: Discount on Active Living Pass and Perkopolis • For further details of what we offer, please visit Why Milton Position Summary Reporting to the Coordinator, Recreation, the part-time Youth Engagement Leader position is responsible for the delivery of quality services, youth programs, and initiatives for youth 13 – 18 years of age including but not limited to Youth Centre’s youth drop-in programming and outreach located in urban and rural Milton. Successful candidates must be able to work variable hours. The youth program will operate indoors and outdoors, primarily between the hours of 3:00 pm to 8:30 pm. May include weekends. MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * Responsible for the opening and closing of the Youth Space * Develop and promote schedules for youth programs including Youth Centre drop-in activities, food security, gym activities, and organized programs (i.e. yoga) * Supervise and engage youth at all times and create meaningful connections * Incorporate and model positive youth development through tools and relationship building within program delivery * Maintain a high level of professionalism and handle sensitive situations with mature judgement * Perform cleaning and general space maintenance functions as required * Actively work to prevent accidents, enforce rules, and educate youth about safe behaviour in program areas while adhering to all established departmental safety standards and practices * Responsible for contacting emergency services and providing supports or referrals to youth social services when appropriate * Collect statistical data relating to the number of youth who enter the Youth Space, the resources they use, and document which, if any, outreach/community support programs and services were suggested to the youth EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE * Working towards the completion of a post-secondary degree or diploma in: Education, Child & Youth Care, Social Work, Youth Services, Recreation & Leisure program or related field is considered an asset * Two (2) years related experience working with and planning activities for youth * Skilled in relating to and interacting with youth aged 13 – 18 years. * Excellent with problem-solving and the ability to work well independently and in a team environment * Ability to ensure a high level of confidentiality is maintained * Standard First Aid and CPR C required * Safe Food Handling Certification preferred * Mental Health First Aid and/or Behaviour Management Systems Training (BMS) or equivalent, and/or ASIST – Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training or equivalent is preferred * Access to transportation to travel between work locations in a timely manner is required as the successful candidate may be required to travel between sites * In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, this position requires the incumbent to submit a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening upon employment at their own expense Note to Applicants This posting is for an existing job vacancy. The Town is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to fair and transparent hiring practices. We thank all who apply, however only those selected to move forward in the process will be contacted. Accommodations Should you be selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your full participation in the process. How to Apply Interested applicants are invited to apply online at www.milton.ca [https://careers.milton.ca/job/search] under the Employment Opportunities section. Please ensure your application is submitted by 11:59 pm on October 5, 2026. If you are currently employed with the Town of Milton, please apply internally through the Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant. In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used strictly for candidate selection.

What you’ll do

Responsible for delivering quality youth programs and drop-in activities for individuals aged 13-18 in urban and rural Milton. Duties include supervising youth, managing the Youth Space, and providing referrals to social services.

Requirements

Requires two years of experience working with youth and a preference for post-secondary education in Education, Social Work, or a related field. Must possess Standard First Aid/CPR C and have access to transportation for travel between sites.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program • Omers Pension Plan • Discount On Active Living Pass • Perkopolis

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Youth Engagement
• Program Planning
• Problem Solving
• Relationship Building
• Conflict Resolution
• Confidentiality
• First Aid
• CPR
• Crisis Intervention
• Outreach
• Teamwork
• Supervision

Job areas

• Social Services
• Sports & Recreation
• Education
• Government & Public Sector