Healthy Relationships Facilitator –  Moose Jaw

The YMCA of Regina is an Imagine Canada accredited non-profit charity that is open to all, and dedicated to building strong kids, strong families and strong communities. Focusing on the following core programs: education, employment, leadership development, community outreach and housing, the YMCA of Regina Community Development Department enriches the lives of people by strengthening connections, building capacity and creating a positive and sustainable impact on our community.

Opportunity:

Working closely with the HOMEBASE team, the Healthy Relationships Facilitator will work as a part of the service team at HOMEBASE Moose Jaw; a highly collaborative partnership between many agencies & organizations. This full-time position is dedicated to supporting youth ages 12-25 through the development & delivery of a healthy relationships’ curriculum. The role includes front line engagement with youth, providing one on one support &
mentorship around healthy relationships, facilitating small group sessions, & fostering strong, positive relationships with young people to promote emotional wellbeing, communication skills & personal empowerment.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, adapt and deliver an engaging healthy relationships curriculum, tailored to youth ages 12-25.
  • Provide one-to-one & group support
  • Facilitate individual & small group sessions on topics related to healthy relationships, relevant to the youth in Moose Jaw
  • Provide community outreach which may include facilitating presentations to community partners & youth participant recruitment
  • Support community engagement activities
  • Collaborate with community organizations, schools & other service providers to coordinate outreach & program delivery
  • Participate as a member of the service delivery team
  • Maintain and update documentation and statistical data as required
  • Contribute to agency-wide initiatives to advance the mission & ends of the organization
  • Support a clean, friendly & welcoming environment
  • Office administration includes answering phones, booking appointments, basic data entry & light housekeeping.

Qualifications:

  •  An understanding of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth & community services available
  • Knowledge of local mental health & addictions system & community services
  • An understanding of adolescent development, healthy relationship dynamics & youth engagement practices
  • Reliable & have a strong willingness to improve the lives of youth aged 12-25
  • Excellent facilitation, communication, & interpersonal skills.
  • Understanding of Office 365, Word, and virtual content creation
  • Working hours will include evenings & weekends
  • Willingness to learn and participate in training when available.
  • Grade 12 education, post-secondary diploma or degree is considered an asset
  • Recent satisfactory criminal record check and a child abuse registry check,
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

The YMCA of Regina is an equal opportunity employer and provides a competitive total rewards package. Applicants with high standards of performance are encouraged to apply to careers@regina.ymca.ca. In application, please provide a cover letter, resume and 3 professional references.