Youth Program Facilitator

Job Description

Job Description

The Youth facilitator role is designed to support youth residing in our domestic violence crisis shelter and affordable housing programs. This role involves developing and facilitating fun and engaging programming that caters to the diverse needs of young people aged 12 - 18. This position focuses on providing enriching, developmentally appropriate and trauma-informed programs while creating an environment that fosters fun, resilience, emotional well-being, healthy relationships and positive growth for youth.

This position involves working 12 hours per week across three 4-hour shifts (Tuesday and Wednesday 4–8pm, and Saturday 12–4pm) at YW Calgary’s crisis shelter. The role is performed primarily on-site and may include indoor, outdoor, and off-site activities in a fast-paced environment with potential exposure to trauma-related behaviors and crisis situations.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Truly rewarding work; contribute to lasting, positive change for employees, clients and our community
• A supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development
• Comprehensive benefits, onsite fitness, and childcare facilities

WHAT YOU'LL DO

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), and First Aid. Completion of Brain Story Certification and Indigenous Awareness training, or equivalent, is also required

If you want to change lives, we want to hear from you.

Deadline : Until filled

Apply today by submitting your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations.

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YW Calgary is committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace where all employees, volunteers and clients feel valued and respected, whatever their race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, ancestry, or place of origin.