Student Employment - Success Centre Peer Conversation Corner Facilitator

Okanagan College; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Okanagan College in Kelowna invites applications for a Conversation Corner Facilitator. The role supports students by facilitating English conversation groups, building confidence in communication, and fostering intercultural connections in an inclusive campus setting.

Under supervision, you will lead discussions, encourage participation, coordinate with co-facilitators, and connect students with campus resources.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a post-secondary program at Okanagan College.
• Prior work, volunteer, tutoring, mentoring, or leadership is an asset.
• Experience in language learning or intercultural activities is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates small group sessions, ensuring participants feel comfortable and included.
• Leads group discussions and activities that encourage social connection.
• Refer participants to campus resources and support as needed.
• Maintain positive relations with co-facilitators and plan session activities.
• Assist with setup/cleanup and collect attendance data for records.
• Perform administrative tasks and develop supplemental materials.
• Promote the program in classes and at student events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Privacy/confidentiality

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Post-secondary enrollment at OC

Job description

When you join Okanagan College, you’re joining a team that’s transforming lives and communities.

Every course you create, every student you support and every connection you build, it all matters.

Be a part of a vibrant campus community, where the work you do every day truly makes a difference.

Salary Range: $18.42
Bargaining Unit: Support - Student
Appointment Type: Non-Regular On-Call
Posting Closing Date: September 30, 2026

Your Opportunity

In accordance with Letter of Understanding #1 – Success Centre Peer Conversation Corner Facilitators, under the direct supervision of the Success Centre Coordinator or designated supervisor, facilitate informal, student-centered conversation groups that provide opportunities for participants to practice spoken English, build confidence in communication skills, and develop social connections in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Through structured activities, guided discussions, and peer engagement, Conversation Corner Facilitators create spaces where students can connect with one another, develop intercultural awareness, increase confidence in communicating in English, and strengthen their sense of belonging within the Okanagan College community. Facilitators encourage participation, support positive group dynamics, and help participants engage with campus resources and opportunities.

Functions and Duties

The student will assist the supervisor by performing the following duties:

1. Facilitates small group sessions, ensuring participants feel comfortable, heard, and included.
2. Leads group discussions and activities that encourage social connection and open dialogue.
3. Refer participants to appropriate college services and resources when additional support is required.
4. Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with co-facilitators.
5. Collaborates with co-facilitator to plan and prepare session activities and materials
6. Assists in setup and cleanup of program spaces as needed.
7. Collects attendance data and posts resources on internal College systems.
8. Performs administrative tasks related to the program, including maintaining activity resources and developing supplemental materials.
9. Promotes the program for example visiting classes, creating marketing materials, attending student events.
10. Communicates with supervisors on a regular basis.
11. Completes the required training.
12. Supports and adheres to all OC policies and guidelines and creates and maintains community agreements that respect confidentiality of participants.
13. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

Education and Experience

Enrolled in a post-secondary program at Okanagan College.

Prior work, volunteer, tutoring, mentoring, or leadership experience is considered an asset.

Position Specific Education and Experience:

Experience learning or speaking more than one language is considered an asset.

Experience facilitating groups, mentoring peers, or participating in intercultural activities is considered an asset.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated respect for privacy and confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving, communication, and time management skills.
• High level of technical aptitude and proficiency in the use of a variety of computer software applications.
• Ability to provide both individual and small group assistance.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Developed organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with a desire to work in a collegial and collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive learning environments and supporting educator and student success.

Our Values

• Students first: Creating meaningful life-long educational opportunities of the highest quality for alumni, current, and future students is at the heart of everything we do.
• Community: We are one College. We enthusiastically embrace the opportunity to work with, learn from, and support everyone we encounter collaboratively and collegially.
• Respect: We welcome, embrace, and celebrate that which make us unique in creating an environment in which every individual is valued, affirming our commitment to human dignity for all.
• Courage: We are courageous in our actions in areas that contribute to positive change in our communities and beyond. We have the courage to be vulnerable. We are truthful, sincere, and act ethically with honesty and fairness.
• Relationships: We steward meaningful relationships built on a foundation of reciprocity. We are compassionate, empathic, and care for the holistic well-being of students, employees, community members, and the land.
• Distinction: We choose activities in which we can achieve excellence and positively impact society.

Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].