Peer Navigator

Yorktown Family Services provides a comprehensive range of mental health services for

children, youth, young adults and families who are experiencing serious

emotional/social/behavioural difficulties along with several gender-based violence initiatives.

Yorktown is committed to ensuring that all programs produce effective and positive outcomes

for clients through evaluation, research and the incorporation of evidence- based services and

practices whenever possible. We are committed to inclusiveness and diversity at all levels of the organization.

Yorktown Family Services is seeking a Peer Navigator with lived

experience to support the creation of a youth advisory committee, provide navigation supports for youth within the wellness hub, engage in outreach activities and youth engagement

activities in West Toronto. The Peer Navigator will implement supports within the hub to engage youth in different capacities such as advisory, social media, and within service engagement.

Responsibilities

• Participate in outreach and recruitment strategies to reach youth populations that will participate in the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC)
• Facilitate monthly Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) meetings at the West Toronto Wellness Hub
• Implement YAC work plan to support YWHO initiatives that require youth voice
• Engage youth participants to guide the content development for social media
• Utilize and maintain social media page to share program information and engage with youth
• Work in collaboration with the 2SLGBTQ+ Peer Navigator to support youth in accessing services with the Youth Wellness Hub Ontario
• Participate in supervisory and team meetings, program reviews and trainings as

necessary

• Assist in quantitative and qualitative data collection, program evaluation and other

administrative activities as needed, and in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Relatable and relevant peer experience with youth in the West Toronto Community
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to develop trusting and safe relationships with the target population while maintaining professional boundaries
• Experience in group facilitation and peer support preferred
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
• Experience with technology such as computers and smart phones, video conferencing

apps like WebEx, and social media platforms like Instagram

• Highly organized and resourceful
• Knowledge and familiarity of health and social service programs in the GTA an asset
• Complete a VSS check

1. Working Conditions

• Hours may vary on occasion to accommodate the organization’s needs

Reports to: West Toronto Youth Wellness Hub Supervisor

Yorktown Family Services is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity.

Please submit your resume and cover letter in one document to hr@yorktownfamilyservices.com by September 22nd, 2025. Please quote “Competition #: 2025-15– Peer Navigator” in the subject line.

Yorktown values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to equity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the diversity of our communities.

The Ontario Human Rights Code makes an exception for nepotism and anti-nepotism policies. Section 24(1)(d) of the Code specifically permits employers to grant or withhold employment or advancement in employment to someone who is the spouse, child or parent of the employee. All job applicants will be requested to disclose if any relative is a current employee of Yorktown.

Family Services. As per Yorktown’s Nepotism Policy 2.9, job applicants will be asked to disclose family members in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Yorktown Family Services welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.