Community Wellness Facilitator

Carya; Calgary; On-site; CAD 49,500 - 62,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks paid vacation

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexibility for personal growth

Job summary

Carya is seeking a Community Wellness Facilitator in Calgary to join the Multigenerational Wellness team. This role involves planning and delivering community programs to foster connection and well-being across generations. The ideal candidate is empathetic, collaborative, and committed to quality service.

Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 2–3 years of experience in community programming. Carya offers comprehensive benefits, work-life balance, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in human services or community programming.
• Experience with diverse populations and intergenerational groups.
• Familiarity with the social impact or nonprofit sector is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver arts-based and recreational programs.
• Develop a seasonal program calendar reflecting community needs.
• Build relationships with participants and community partners.

Skills

Empathy and inclusivity

Collaborative and creative

Strong facilitation skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a human services related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Overview

Full Time Regular: 37.5 hours per week. Salary: $49,500 - $62,500

The Community Wellness Facilitator is a key member of Carya’s Multigenerational Wellness team, planning and facilitating accessible community-based programs at Village Commons in East Village. This role creates inclusive, creative, and responsive opportunities that support participation, connection, well-being, and belonging across generations. The facilitator develops a seasonal program calendar that reflects community interests and emerging needs, while building relationships with current and prospective participants. Evening and weekend work is required and may vary seasonally.

Location: Village Commons, 610 8 Avenue SE, Calgary

Who you are

• You are an empathetic and inclusive facilitator who creates welcoming spaces where people feel valued, respected, and connected.
• You are collaborative, creative, and responsive, with the ability to adapt programming to reflect participant strengths, interests, and emerging community needs.
• You are organized, ethical, and committed to quality, confidentiality, and community well-being.

What you will do

Program Planning & Coordination

• Plan and deliver accessible arts-based, recreational, wellness, and personal development programs that support connection, participation, and belonging.
• Develop a seasonal program calendar that reflects participant interests, community needs, and Carya’s Multigenerational Wellness priorities.
• Promote programs through outreach, engagement strategies, and community events.
• Complete required program documentation, evaluation, and reporting accurately and on time.

Facilitation & Engagement

• Create welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive group experiences for older adults, families, individuals, and intergenerational participants.
• Adapt programs and facilitation approaches to reduce barriers and meet diverse participant needs.
• Encourage participant voice, peer connection, natural supports, self-expression, and personal growth.
• Provide light-touch support, referrals, and resource navigation within role scope, escalating safety or risk concerns according to Carya procedures.

Relationships & Collaboration

• Build trusting relationships with participants, colleagues, and community partners to support meaningful engagement.
• Collaborate with internal teams and partners to deliver responsive, community-driven programming.
• Incorporate participant feedback and emerging community needs into future planning and facilitation.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services related field, or a combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in human services, community programming, recreation, wellness, or related field.
• Experience planning and facilitating arts-based, recreation, wellness, or community-based programs is an asset.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including older adults, families, individuals, and intergenerational groups.
• Strengths-based, participant-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approaches.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, interpersonal, and oral/written communication skills.
• Collaborative, service-oriented approach with a commitment to quality and participant experience.
• Attention to detail, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work independently while remaining responsive to changing needs.
• Ability to work with existing resources and within an established budget.
• Familiarity with the social impact or nonprofit sector is an asset.
• Natural Supports Framework training, Alberta Family Wellness Initiative Core Brain Story certification, and related assets are considered assets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Word, Teams, Outlook, basic Excel).
• Ability to manage email, calendar, documentation, and program-related administrative tasks.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle, and insurance are required.

Why join Team Carya

Be part of a community of over 100 professionals who live our values of Respect, Kindness, Creativity, Collaboration, Belonging, and Wellness. We serve more than 40,000 Calgarians every year.

What we offer

• Exceptional work–life balance with ample time off, including three weeks paid vacation pro-rated to start date, personal days, and office closure days.
• Comprehensive benefits, including employer-paid extended health coverage after three months, annual health spending account, co-pay dental, and RRSP matching after six months.
• Flexibility and support for growth, learning, and initiative.
• A culture of belonging that values diversity and inclusion.

Closing date

Until a suitable candidate is found.

How to apply

Please apply through our online recruitment platform at www.caryacalgary.ca. Create an account to upload your resume and cover letter (PDF preferred). Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. We appreciate all expressions of interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equal Employment Opportunities

Carya is committed to building a workplace where inclusion is prioritized. We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.

Carya provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact People & Culture by email at [e-mail] in advance of your interview.

The successful candidate must satisfactorily complete a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search. Carya will provide a digital voucher for the successful candidate within city limits or reimburse the cost for those living outside city limits.