Job Description

Roma Youth Ambassador

TNO - The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a well-established community-based social and health service agency providing a wide range of programs and services supporting low-income and newcomer communities across Ontario and sometimes across different provinces through online services and referrals. We are seeking

TWO

Roma Youth Ambassadors

to join our team in a

part time contract

role until

March 31, 2026

.

The Roma Youth Ambassador will play a key role in engaging and empowering youth from Roma and other newcomer communities through outreach, mentorship, and community-based activities. The ideal candidate will have experience working or volunteering with youth from diverse, newcomer, and low-income backgrounds, and possess an understanding of the issues shaping youth culture in multi-racial and multi-lingual communities. They will demonstrate a strong commitment to anti-oppression, equity, inclusion, and LGBTQ+ positive practices, along with excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills. Fluency in both written and spoken English, as well as

proficiency in either

Romani or a Slovak

language

, is essential for effective communication in this role. The candidate should be able to engage youth through creative, recreational, or arts-based activities and be proficient in basic computer and administrative tasks, including MS Office and attendance tracking. Availability during lunch and after-school hours (Monday-Friday) is required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Co-design and facilitate lunch and after-school programs in collaboration with TNO and Flemingdon Health Centre staff. Engage Roma and Slovak youth (ages 13-18) through recreational, leadership, and mentorship activities. Support youth in identifying personal and community goals, building confidence, and developing life skills. Create an inclusive and respectful drop-in environment that promotes wellbeing and reduces isolation. Work closely with the Youth Wellbeing and Violence Prevention Specialist and FHC staff to implement trauma-informed, harm-reduction, and anti-oppression approaches. Support the coordination of guest workshops, mentorship sessions, and health and wellness activities. Contribute to community events and advocacy initiatives promoting youth empowerment and safety. Track attendance and participation using TNO's data systems. Support the completion of pre/post program surveys and feedback tools. Maintain confidentiality and ensure youth safety protocols are followed at all times. Support TNO outreach activities Jointly with service partners, conducts program promotion in community social landmarks Supports outreach activities with other TNO departments and services Conduct outreach to youth in the Flemingdon community, including those at risk or disengaged from school. Actively participates in program's community development activities including advocacy, outreach and community engagement and empowerment activities Participates in and supports local community events Promote program awareness through direct engagement, word of mouth, and peer networks. Serve as a positive role model and peer mentor for Roma youth.

Screening

- As a condition of employment, the successful applicant must complete a Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Job Type:

Part-time contract position until March 31, 2026.

Language Required:

Fluent in Romani or Slovak (speaking, reading, and writing).

Work Locations:

45 Overlea Blvd, Toronto, ON M4H 1C3; 10 Gateway Blvd, North York, ON M3C 3A1; and other TNO locations as required.

Schedule:

15 hours per week (Contract, Part-Time), Monday to Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:00p.m., with a flexible schedule on weekends as needed.

Benefits:

Professional Development Support Social activities organized by the organization Personal Emergency Leaves

Application Process: Please submit your resume to recruitment@tno-toronto.org with the subject line "Application for Roma Youth Ambassador" by November 24, 2024. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

TNO is committed to employment equity initiatives. We encourage residents of Thorncliffe Park, Flemingdon Park, and surrounding communities, and people who are racialized, Indigenous, people from the 2SLGBTQI+ community, people with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups to apply. TNO is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Language:

Romani or Slovak (required)
Work Location: In person