Community Development positions

The YMCA of Regina is an Imagine Canada accredited non-profit charity open to all & dedicated to building strong kids, strong families & strong communities. The YMCA of Regina excels at delivering programming focused on our three pillars of service; health & fitness, childcare & community development. These premier programs influence the lives of our local community & truly inspire our employees & volunteers.

The Mental Wellness Facilitator will work collaboratively with other staff & participants in delivering the Y Mind Teen & Youth Mental Health program. The facilitators are responsible for screening & intake of group participants, delivering program sessions in-person, connecting virtually with participants once individually following program completion, & providing appropriate community referrals for program participants if needed.

Responsibilities:

• Intake of program applicants through online intake.
• Co-facilitate group sessions online & create a warm, welcoming, & safe group environment.
• Maintain a strengths-based approach that inspires participants to engage in self-development & change.
• Meet virtually individually with participants following program completion.
• Support applicants and participants to contact appropriate referrals to community agencies when necessary.
• Organization of data for evaluation of program.
• Ensure the safety of all members, participants, staff, & property by following YMCA standards/ policies/ procedures.
• Communicate regularly with the YMCA Hub including & completing a post-program report.

Requirements:

• Higher level education in mental health or counselling related field (such as a BSW) or equivalent combination of experience & education required (ie. BSW and 3 years’ experience in the field)
• Experience working with youth (13-30 years of age) experiencing mild-to-moderate anxiety & mood problems
• Experience facilitating mental wellness/psycho-educational groups
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience conducting intakes & assessments
• Ability to recognize mental health signs & symptoms beyond the mild-to-moderate spectrum & to provide referrals to appropriate medical & community agencies

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.

The YMCA of Regina is an Imagine Canada accredited non-profit charity open to all & dedicated to building strong kids, strong families & strong communities. We excel at delivering programming focused on our three pillars of service; health & fitness, childcare & community development.

If you want to help make a difference in the lives of female youth in Regina, we have a great opportunity for you. The Female Youth Mentor will assist in executing the Beyond the Bell Mentorship Program in Regina, Saskatchewan. This program is offered in various schools around & at a YMCA program site. This position requires you to build relationships with female youth, act as a positive role model & facilitate meaningful workshops to Youth Mentorship groups throughout the week to students in grades 1-12. This position works 15hrs/week & some evening may be required.

Due to the nature of the job, this position requires a female youth mentor. This requirement is permitted under The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, as a bona fide occupational requirement.

Responsibilities:

• Implement programming in a school & small group setting.
• Creating & facilitating interactive workshops for a small group of female youth ages 6-15.
• Building relationships & providing mentorship to female youth referred to YMCA Mentorship Program
• Comply with all YMCA Child Protection Policy & Procedures & complete all Child Protection Training as required.
• Communicating program success & activities to program participants, their family & through the Y network.

Requirements:

• Ability to build relationships & work with female youth an asset, especially those with challenging behaviours
• Self-motivated & be able to work independently/part of a small team.
• Experience & interest working with female youth & lessons/program planning
• Demonstrate the ability to be a positive role model, mentor & authentic leader
• Good communication & interpersonal skills.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check prior to first day of work & dated no more than 3 months before hire date
• Updated CPR & First Aid
• Valid driver’s license and access to personal 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.

The YMCA of Regina is an Imagine Canada accredited non-profit charity open to all & dedicated to building strong kids, strong families & strong communities. We excel at delivering programming focused on our three pillars of service; health & fitness, childcare & community development.

If you want to help make a difference in the lives of male youth in Moose Jaw, we have a great opportunity for you! The Youth Mentor will assist in executing the Shared Services Mentorship Program in Moose Jaw, SK. This program is offered in various elementary schools around Moose Jaw & at a YMCA program site. This position requires you to build relationships with male youth, act as a positive role model & facilitate meaningful workshops to Youth Mentorship groups throughout the week to students in grades 1-12. This position works 25hrs/week & some evening work may be required.

Due to the nature of the job, this position requires a male youth mentor. This requirement is permitted under The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, as a bona fide occupational requirement.

Responsibilities:

• Implement programming in a school & small group setting.
• Creating & facilitating interactive workshops for a small group of male youth ages 6-15.
• Building relationships & providing mentorship to male youth referred to YMCA Mentorship Program
• Comply with all YMCA Child Protection Policy & Procedures & complete all Child Protection Training as required.
• Communicating program success & activities to program participants, their family & through the Y network.

Requirements:

• Ability to build relationships & work with male youth is an asset, especially those with challenging behaviours
• Self-motivated & be able to work independently as well as part of a small team.
• Experience & interest working with male youth & lessons/program planning
• Demonstrate the ability to be a positive role model, mentor & authentic leader
• Good communication skills & interpersonal skills.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check prior to first day of work & dated no more than 3 months before hire date
• Updated CPR & First Aid upon start date.

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.

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.