Community Programs Facilitator

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Community Programs, the Community Programs Facilitator is responsible for delivering established and emerging programs, including prenatal and parenting initiatives, and for supporting the expansion of professional development opportunities for social service and early years professionals such as CCRR. The role contributes to organizational capacity through curriculum development, training, and resource creation aligned with identified community needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structured workshops on prenatal and postnatal topics, life skills, and wellness for families, youth, and adults.


• Support the enhancement of evidence based family and youth programs by contributing to curriculum development.


• Codesign, pilot, and facilitate prenatal and parenting programs, including Nobody’s Perfect Parenting and evidence based curricula such as YMind.


• Plan and deliver professional development for community service and early years professionals, including ECE training, Mental Health First Aid and Positive Youth Development.


• Advance program quality through family centred, strength based, trauma-informed, and culturally safe practices.


• Use data and participant feedback to evaluate program effectiveness and guide continuous improvement.


• Collaborate with partners across child care, health, social, and community service sectors to codevelop content.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality, set boundaries, and uphold safety standards.


• Curriculum & Content Development:
  
  
  
  • Strong understanding of adult learning principles and evidence based program design.
  
  
  • Capacity to develop high-quality curriculum materials and program resources.
  
  
  • Ability to facilitate structured, engaging, evidence based learning experiences for diverse groups.
  
  
  • Skill in adapting content and delivery to various learning needs and contexts.
  
  
  • Demonstrated commitment to trauma-informed, culturally safe, and inclusive practices.
  
  
  • Awareness of systemic barriers and dedication to creating supportive learning environments.
  
  
  • Ability to incorporate feedback and data to improve program quality and outcomes.
  
  
  
  


• Uphold YMCA values, safety expectations, inclusion practices, and child protection standards.

Competencies

• Commitment to Mission, Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, and values of the YMCA of Southern Interior BC.


• Service Orientated: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individual's YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.


• Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions, listens attentively, and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Share information, best practices, and resources with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Post secondary degree or diploma in counselling, psychology, social sciences, or a related field, with a minimum of two years’ experience in family education/support or work with at risk families.


• Demonstrated experience in facilitation, content design, adult learning, or related areas.


• Experience delivering prenatal, parenting, youth, or early years programs.


• Credentials such as Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program Facilitator or other trainer certifications are considered strong assets.


• Strong skills in adult learning design, partnership development, and data informed practice.


• Ability to travel within the region; a valid driver’s license is an asset.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hours: 35 per week. Hybrid – but must be available if needed on site.


• Start date: April 1


• Position length: 18 months


• Rate of pay: $24.91


• Membership for self and family to YMCA facilities


• Paid vacation, wellness days, and family responsibility time


• Extended health and dental benefits

About the YMCA

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is committed to fostering healthy communities where children, youth, families, and professionals can learn, connect, and thrive. We provide a comprehensive range of community supports that address skill development, social and health needs, and long-term wellbeing. Our evidence based programs include Nobody’s Perfect Parenting, YMind, Mental Health First Aid, and Positive Youth Development.

The YMCA’s Commitment to Trust, Safety, and Equality

As part of a trusted charitable organization, you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey, you will be required to:

• Provide 3 references of a professional nature (Ex. employer, supervisor, colleague, teacher, coach, etc.)


• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. 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.

Application deadline: February 16, 2026