Youth Program Facilitator

YWCA Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Onsite fitness

Childcare facilities

Job summary

YW Calgary is seeking a Youth Facilitator to support youth in the crisis shelter and housing programs. The role involves creating engaging, trauma-informed activities for ages 12-18, focusing on resilience, emotional well-being, and healthy relationships in a fast-paced setting.

It is a part-time, on-site position (12 hours/week across three 4-hour shifts) with professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Child & Youth Care, Social Work, or a related Human Services field.
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), ASIST and First Aid training required.
• Brain Story Certification and Indigenous Awareness training, or equivalent, is also required

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and implementation of engaging, trauma-informed youth programs.
• Lead recreational programming and SEL initiatives to promote emotional regulation and resilience.
• Support in facilitation of creative activities, workshops, and field trips for youth.
• Provide one-to-one support to youth to help process emotions and set goals.
• Model positive behavior and healthy relationships during group interactions.
• Monitor youth well-being and use de-escalation techniques in crises.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Youth development

Strong interpersonal & communication

Education

Diploma or degree in Child & Youth Care, Social Work, or related Human Services field

Job description

YWCA Calgary Crisis Shelter
2003 16 Street SE
Calgary, AB T2G5B7, CAN

• On-site
• Client Programs & Services
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: YOUTH001647

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

• Assist with the development and implementation of engaging, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive youth programs, including the afterschool programs and other enrichment opportunities
• Lead recreational programming and social emotional learning (SEL) initiatives to promote emotional regulation, empathy, communication and resilience
• Support in the facilitation of creative activities, workshops, and field trips that align with the interests and needs of youth
• Provide one-to-one support to youth as needed to help them process emotions, build coping strategies and set personal goals
• Model and reinforce positive behavior, healthy relational functioning and conflict resolution skills during group interactions
• Monitor youth behavior and emotional well-being, responding to escalations with de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed practices
• Participate in safety planning and risk assessments for individual youth as needed
• Assist the Youth Programmer in engaging mothers (when appropriate) to support youth’s emotional growth and healing
• Ensure completion of reporting documentation including attendance, case notes, incident reports and other required documentation
• Ensure information regarding service delivery is entered into the client information database by the end of each shift
• Support with data collection, reporting and evaluation processes to measure program effectiveness and inform future improvements
• Integrate equity, diversity and inclusion principles into one’s role, work, and engagement with others, as aligned with YW Calgary's EDI strategy and values
• Understand YW Calgary's Health, Safety and Wellness (HS&W) policies, practices and protocols; ensure work is performed safely and in alignment with YW's HS&W culture

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or degree in Child & Youth Care, Social Work, or a related Human Services field

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

• 1-3 years experience in working with youth aged 12-18 in a crisis setting is an asset

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Specialized training and knowledge in child development, social-emotional learning and trauma-informed care is valued
• Experience working in the domestic violence and mental health sector with vulnerable populations preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong self-regulation and self-awareness in high pressure crisis environments to navigate crisis situations calmly

If you want to change lives, we want to hear from you.
Deadline: Until filled

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