Bangladesh-Canada Community Services

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About the Company

Bangladesh-Canadian Community Services (BCS) is a non-profit organization that has been serving the Bangladeshi and broader diverse communities across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) since 2000. BCS is committed to providing accessible community support through information and referral services, settlement assistance, skill development initiatives, and community-based programming with a strong focus on youth, seniors, newcomers, and families. In collaboration with community partners, committees, and service providers, BCS continues to develop and deliver programs that respond to the evolving needs of the communities it serves.  

BCS currently supports more than 6,000 community members annually, with participation and community engagement continuing to grow each year. Operating primarily within the Taylor-Massey, Crescent Town, and surrounding neighbourhoods, BCS has continued to strengthen its role as a trusted and essential community resource. In 2025, the organization reached several important milestones in program delivery and community outreach, further expanding its impact across a wide range of services and initiatives.  

Through its strong understanding of community needs, cultural diversity, and lived experiences, BCS has continued to provide culturally responsive and inclusive services tailored to newcomers, youth, seniors, and underserved populations. By fostering community connection, empowerment, and access to resources, BCS remains dedicated to supporting the well-being, inclusion, and long-term success of the individuals and families it serves. 

Job Description

Youth Wellness Worker supports the mental, emotional, social, and overall well-being of youth by creating a safe, welcoming, culturally sensitive, and inclusive environment. The role helps young people access information, participate in programs, develop life skills, and connect with appropriate community and support services.  

Key Responsibilities

• Build positive, supportive, and respectful relationships with youth from diverse backgrounds.  
• Provide individual and group-based support to promote mental, emotional, and social well-being.  
• Assist in planning and facilitating youth programs, workshops, recreational activities, and wellness initiatives.  
• Support youth in developing life skills, including communication, leadership, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making.  
• Identify youth needs, strengths, and challenges, and assist in developing individualized support plans when appropriate.  
• Provide information and referrals to mental health, education, employment, housing, healthcare, and other community services.  
• Support youth in accessing community resources and navigating available support systems.  
• Promote healthy lifestyles, positive coping strategies, and emotional resilience.  
• Assist youth in setting personal, educational, career, and wellness goals.  
• Maintain accurate case notes, program records, attendance logs, and statistical data.  
• Collaborate with families, service providers, community partners, and other stakeholders to support youth well-being.  
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.  
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, confidentiality requirements, and best practices.  

Goal of the Position

To empower youth to build resilience, enhance their well-being, develop essential life skills, strengthen community connections, and achieve their personal, educational, and social goals in a safe and supportive environment. 

Learning Opportunities

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.  
• Knowledge of youth development principles and wellness practices.  
• Understanding of mental health, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approaches.  
• Cultural competency and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.  
• Empathy, patience, and active listening skills.  
• Crisis intervention and conflict-resolution abilities.  
• Strong organizational, facilitation, and time-management skills.  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.  
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.  

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of diversity.
• Possess a non-judgemental attitude.
• Important to interact with community members patiently.
• Make community members feel safe.
• Welcoming attitude is essential.
• Strong passion for helping marginalized or underserved populations.
• Keen interest in designing accessible and inclusive programs.
• Active listening skills and ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Additional Information:

All placement students are expected to do some daily administrative tasks and general desk work to learn more about office administration such as:

• Greet visitors, clients, and stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner. 
• Answer, screen, and direct telephone calls, emails, and other correspondence.  
• Assist to process incoming and outgoing mail, courier deliveries, and office communications.  
• Coordinate meetings, events, workshops, and take meeting minutes.  
• Support program staff with administrative and logistical needs.  
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive organizational and client information.  
• Maintain efficient office procedures and administrative systems.  
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, health and safety requirements, and administrative standards.  

Time Commitment: Our office is Monday and Friday, 10 am to 6 pm. However, we prefer Tuesday and Friday,10 am to 6 pm.  

How to Apply

Send your application to Nasima Akter, nakter@bangladeshi.ca.