Yonge Street Mission (YSM) is a vibrant, non-profit Christian organization leading a collective movement to end chronic poverty in Toronto. Since 1896, we’ve worked to transform the lives of people living with poverty, going beyond immediate needs by offering wrap-around support via holistic programs and services, and a pathway which enables street-involved youth, families in need, adults experiencing poverty and vulnerable communities to move from surviving to thriving.
To make this happen, we are passionate about investing in the people we work with, and look for a diverse range of staff who are key for us to advance our mission: Christians who have a heart for neighbours in need, a desire to transform the lives of our community members, and who believe in treating everyone with dignity and respect.
If you are inspired by our vision and feel a true call to contribute to YSM’s work, we’d love to hear from you.
What We Offer:
As a staff member at YSM, some of the things you can look forward to include a values-based and highly collaborative and engaging work environment with a high value on staff’s mental health and well-being; meaningful, innovative and impactful work, with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children, families, and the community, as well as flexible hybrid work arrangements.
The Opportunity:
YSM is seeking a Casual Dental Assistant to support our Health Centre Department for at least one full day a week (between 9 am - 5 pm) on Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays. The Dental Assistant will report to the Manager, Health Centre Program.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Working as a reception assistant within the Health Centre
Performing all duties associated with 4-handed dental assisting
Equipment sterilization
Establishes rapport and provides support to patients, volunteers and students
Maintains privacy and confidentiality
Appropriate documentation and record-keeping
Provide administrative support with appointment scheduling, supply inventory and ordering
Assist with facilitating internal and external referrals
Correspond with staff and other organizations as needed
Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of the dental areas as needed
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have the following skills and training:
Dental assistant Level 1 or Level 2
HARP certified
Strong computers skills are preferred
Experience with electronic medical records and dental software are an asset
Demonstrate a particular interest in working with vulnerable youth aged 16 to 29 years and their children, vulnerable adults 30-64 years
Ability to engage in conversation with a wide variety of personality types, and to establish rapport
Ability to work in an unstructured high-stress drop-in work environment
Ability to juggle many competing tasks and responsibilities
Ability to work as a team with staff, students and volunteers
Multicultural and multi-faith sensitivity
Good communication skills, interpersonal skills; conflict resolution skills; and self-directed
Health literacy an asset
Up to date CPR and First aid are an asset
A demonstrated personal commitment to the principles of faith values and mission of YSM
Compensation: YSM offers market competitive rates and will pay $28.00 an hour for this casual role.
Deadline for Application: Until position is filled
While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
YSM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Please note that YSM does not use any form of artificial intelligence (AI) at any stage of the recruitment process. These stages include candidate screening and shortlisting, assessment and selection.
Learn more about YSM at www.ysm.ca
Date Posted: September 9, 2025
