Program Facilitators – Y Mind

YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island; Langford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island is seeking Program Facilitators for its Y Mind initiative, aimed at supporting youth with anxiety. This role involves facilitating group sessions, conducting assessments, and delivering a structured curriculum while fostering a supportive environment for participants. The position is casual and offers flexible hours, with a competitive wage of $32.00 per hour.

Benefits

YMCA-YWCA facility pass

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering psychoeducation and support programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage participants in discussions about anxiety.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group sessions and create a welcoming environment.
• Conduct intake and assessment of program applicants.
• Deliver evidence-based curriculum utilizing ACT, Mindfulness, and Self-compassion.

Skills

Mental wellness support

Facilitation

Collaboration

Education

Relevant degree or certification in mental health or related field

Job description

Program Facilitators – Y Mind

Location: Victoria: Downtown Y and Westhills Y
Position: Casual (Temporary)
Wage Rate: $32.00 per hour
Hours: 3 and/or 4 hours per week (Tuesday and/or Wednesday evenings September to June), plus training hours (approx. 15 hours total), 2 planning sessions and staff meetings.
Start Date (Training and Orientation): September 8th, 2025 (to be confirmed)
End Date: June 2026

Situation:
The YMCA mental wellness programs help young people experiencing symptoms of mild to moderate anxiety to learn healthy coping strategies and connect with like-minded individuals in a safe and encouraging group environment.

The Y Mind Youth Group (18-30 year-olds) meets for 2.5 hours weekly for 7 weeks. Y Mind Teen (13-18) Group meets for 1.5 hours for 7 weeks. Y Mind is a psychoeducation and support program made
possible through Provincial funding and uses ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Self-compassion, and Mindfulness to support participants in navigating their relationship to anxiety and stress. Two Program Facilitators are responsible for the intake and assessment of 12 group participants per program cycle and co-facilitation of the program. The Program Facilitators will co-lead this program
and engage participants in learning about their anxiety and discovering helpful coping tools through experiential activities and discussions.

Nature and Scope:
Reporting to the Mental Wellness Program Manager, the Program Facilitators will work collaboratively with other staff, volunteers, and participants. The Program Facilitators are responsible for screening new participants at information sessions and for delivering program sessions. If program participants require additional support, the Program Facilitators would find appropriate referrals in collaboration with other staff members. This casual position is entitled to an individual YMCA-YWCA facility pass. We are offering in person cycles of the program – depending on need, we may do an online delivery in the winter. The successful candidate(s) will be expected to deliver in both or either format depending on need.

Responsibilities:
– Intake and assessment of program applicants at information sessions
– Facilitate 7 group sessions per cycle and create a warm, welcoming and safe group environment
– Attend planning, mid- and post- program debrief meetings
– Support applicants and participants to contact appropriate referrals to community agencies
– Maintain a strengths-based approach that inspires participants to engage in self-development & change
– Deliver a fully developed, evidence-based curriculum that utilizes ACT, Mindfulness and Self-compassion
– Ensure the safety of all members, participants, staff, and property by following YMCA-YWCA standards/policies/procedures

To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources
YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island
Email: [e-mail]
Please Note:

Application Deadline: June 23, 2025
Please indicate in your cover letter how you heard about this position.
We thank all applicants, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island is an equal opportunity employer.

How to apply:

To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources
YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island
Email: [e-mail]
Please Note:

Application Deadline: June 23, 2025
Please indicate in your cover letter how you heard about this position.
We thank all applicants, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island is an equal opportunity employer.