Youth Outreach Worker

Are you passionate about supporting and mentoring youth? Do you want to work in a role where you can create real change in the community? BGC Greater Halifax is looking for a Youth Outreach Worker to engage and support young people (ages 16–24) in East Dartmouth, NS.

Why Join Us?

At BGC Greater Halifax, we provide meaningful programs for children and youth across multiple communities, helping them overcome barriers and build brighter futures. As a Youth Outreach Worker, you’ll play a key role in empowering youth facing challenges such as food insecurity, homelessness, education struggles, mental health concerns, and more.

What You’ll Do:

Provide mentorship and one-on-one support to vulnerable youth
Help youth navigate and access services like housing, health, and employment programs
Develop and facilitate programs and workshops tailored to youth needs
Support youth in care of the province
Work in-person and virtually to engage youth through text, phone, and online platforms
Maintain confidentiality and provide trauma-informed, harm-reduction-based support

What We’re Looking For:

Experience working with youth in a community setting.
Post-secondary education in Social Sciences (Child and Youth Studies, Human Services, etc.)

Strong knowledge of the East Dartmouth community and available resources
Understanding of youth development, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care
Comfortable handling sensitive disclosures and providing emotional support
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a flexible work environment
A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

Perks & Benefits:

Casual dress
Extended health and dental care
Life insurance
Paid time off
RRSP matching

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week role, with occasional evening and weekend availability required to support events and programming.

If you are passionate about working with youth and want to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you!

For more information about BGC Greater Halifax, visit www.bgcgh.ca or follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/bgcghfx.