Youth Worker for Local Work - Helsingin kaupunki - Helsinki, Finland

We are looking for an enthusiastic youth worker for the Kaarela youth team for a fixed-term contract from June 22, 2026, to December 31, 2026. The role includes local work, which involves youth activities during free time and responding to regional phenomena. The work environment is physical and digital, conducted at youth centers and activity environments within the unit, targeting local youth. The youth team includes Kannelmäki, Malminkartano, and Pitäjänmäki youth centers. The youth worker's task is to inspire young people to influence matters important to them and to strengthen their sense of participation. The primary workplace is Kannelmäki youth center, but work also takes place at other unit locations. Responsibilities include guiding youth in open evenings, small groups, and individual work, creating safe group experiences, and organizing activities based on youth needs and wishes. The role involves producing and utilizing information about local youth, promoting youth well-being through networks, communicating activities via multiple channels, and maintaining positive relationships with families. The ideal candidate enjoys working with youth, is active in youth work, motivated to create new things, plans systematically, but is also willing to experiment and engage spontaneously. Experience in youth work, guiding leisure activities, and developing activities is required. A relevant higher education degree such as a community worker or social services graduate (AMK) is necessary. Success requires experience in youth work and leadership skills. Knowledge of other languages besides Finnish is advantageous, as well as experience with community-based work and participatory methods. The work is evening and weekend work. We offer meaningful work in a lively environment with a diverse, skilled team, city benefits, and opportunities for training and development.