Lead Facilitator - Neurodiverse Youth Programs

YMCA of Southern Interior BC Association; Penticton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation, wellness, and family‑d

Extended health and dental benefits

Membership to Y facilities for self &

Annual Y pension of 5% (after 2 years)

Job summary

YMCA of Southern Interior BC Association is seeking a Lead Facilitator to direct Neurodiverse Youth Programs. You will lead engaging activities that build confidence, social connections, and life skills while fostering a strengths-based, person-centred approach.

You will collaborate with families and partners to create meaningful participation, ensure high-quality delivery, and adapt approaches to diverse communication needs. This role emphasizes inclusion and community impact.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Child and Youth Care, Social Sciences, Psychology, Education, Community Support, Recreation, or a related field.
• Two+ years of experience working with youth, including neurodiverse youth.
• Experience facilitating programs, groups, workshops, or activities for youth.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Understanding of strengths-based, person-centred, and inclusive approaches to supporting youth.
• Ability to adapt communication and facilitation approaches to individual needs.
• Patience, calmness, and solution-focused mindset in changing situations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and managing program documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Neurodiverse Youth Programs.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment supporting confidence and social growth.
• Build trusting relationships and apply strengths-based support for individual goals.
• Provide leadership to ensure organized, responsive program delivery.
• Adapt activities to different communication styles and abilities.
• Support participants in navigating social interactions and transitions.
• Maintain open communication with families to enable successful participation.
• Collaborate with YMCA colleagues and community partners to enhance supports.
• Assist with program planning, preparation, documentation, and evaluation.
• Promote inclusion, belonging, and continuous learning within the program.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Conflict-resolution

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary education in child/youth care or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category: Employment

Requisition Number: LEADF001522

• Posted : October 5, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate : $24.91 CAD per hour

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Description

Quick Facts

• Compensation: $24.91 per hour,
  • Paid vacation, wellness, and family responsibility days
  • Extended health and dental benefits
  • Membership to Y facilities for self and family
  • Annual Y pension of 5% (after 2 years)
• Reporting to: Manager, Community Programs
• Schedule: Full-Time, 35 hours per week

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about working alongside neurodiverse youth and brings a strengths-based, flexible, and relationship-focused approach to program leadership.

Why This Role Matters

YMCA Neurodiverse Youth Programs provide opportunities for young people to build confidence, strengthen social connections, develop skills, and experience a meaningful sense of belonging.

As the Lead Facilitator, you will play an important role in creating programming that recognizes and responds to the individual strengths, interests, and needs of participants. Through relationship-based support, engaging activities, and collaboration with families and community partners, you will help create positive experiences where neurodiverse youth can learn, connect, and thrive.

What You Will Do

You will take a lead role in the delivery of Neurodiverse Youth Programs by:

• Creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment where neurodiverse youth feel safe, respected, and valued.
• Leading engaging programming and activities that support confidence, social connection, life skills, and individual growth.
• Building trusting relationships with participants and taking a strengths-based, person-centred approach to supporting their individual needs and goals.
• Providing leadership and guidance during program delivery to ensure programming is organized, responsive, and participant-focused.
• Adapting activities and approaches to support different communication styles, learning preferences, abilities, and support needs.
• Supporting participants in navigating social interactions, challenges, transitions, and new experiences.
• Building positive relationships with families and maintaining open communication to support successful participation in programming.
• Collaborating with YMCA colleagues, community organizations, and other partners to strengthen supports and opportunities for participants.
• Supporting program planning, preparation, documentation, and evaluation to ensure consistent and high-quality program delivery.
• Promoting a culture of inclusion, belonging, respect, and continuous learning throughout the program.

What You Bring

• Post-secondary education in Child and Youth Care, Social Sciences, Psychology, Education, Community Support, Recreation, or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience working with youth, ideally including experience supporting neurodiverse children or youth.
• Experience facilitating programs, groups, workshops, or activities for youth.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
• An understanding of strengths-based, person-centred, and inclusive approaches to supporting youth.
• Ability to adapt your communication and facilitation approach based on individual participant needs.
• Ability to remain patient, calm, and solution-focused in complex or changing situations.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort managing program documentation and communication.

Who You Are

• Inclusive: You recognize that every young person brings unique strengths, experiences, and ways of engaging with the world.
• Patient and empathetic: You take the time to understand individual needs and build relationships based on trust and respect.
• Adaptable: You can adjust activities, communication, and supports to help participants engage in ways that work for them.
• A relationship builder: You create meaningful connections with youth, families, colleagues, and community partners.

Why Join Us

At the YMCA of Southern Interior BC, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of neurodiverse youth and their families while working for a purpose-driven organization committed to belonging and stronger communities.

You’ll join a collaborative team that values inclusion, learning, meaningful relationships, and creating opportunities for everyone to reach their potential.

Additional Requirements

• Three professional references
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Search
  The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities, persons of colour and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.