Wellness Facilitator (FT)

HOURS - 37.5 hours weekly- weekdays evenings and some weekends

Rate of pay: $25.08/ Hour

Reason for posting: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Who We Are

At Good Shepherd we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd visit our website at

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd -Womens Services Outreach Services for Women and Children.

How You Will Make an Impact

The Wellness Facilitator is responsible for building a dynamic and innovative program that benefits the health and wellness of women trans and non-binary people who have experienced violence and abuse. At times the Wellness Facilitators will work closely with the Child and Youth and transitional housing support worker teams to offer joint programming and supports for the family unit. Wellness Programming will be delivered through program coordination developing and maintaining community partnerships individualized wellness assessments goal planning public education awareness and group facilitation. The incumbent must be able to work independently in residential and non-residential settings including the second stage housing program Dorothy Day program and emergency shelters.

Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations

What Youll Bring to Our Team

• Completed post-secondary education in social services or a related field is required
• 2 years of experience delivering direct client care in a social services setting with a focus on assessments safety and individualized care planning.
• 1 Year demonstrated facilitation experience is required
• Have strong knowledgeable of and experience working with a range of issues impacting women and families including homelessness violence against women and children immigration poverty mental illness and substance use
• Understand issues related to gender-based violence and holist health and wellness models
• Understand and be comfortable working from a person-centered trauma-informed approach
• Demonstrated experience in program development and co-ordination group facilitation and counselling are required.
• Fluency in a 2nd language is an asset
• CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required
• Valid G license required and ability/willingness to drive company vehicle.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills interpersonal skills organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload also required
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd

What We Offer

• Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
• FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE
• Extended Health Benefits

Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work dedication and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.

Good Shepherd a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations please contact Human Resources at .

Key Skills
Experience Working With Students,Communication skills,Classroom Experience,Data Collection,Adult Education,Meeting Facilitation,Calculus,LMS,Teaching,Training & Development,Exercise Planning,Remedy
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1