Facilitator, Mental Wellness

Date Posted: June 20th 2025

Position Title: Facilitator, Mental Wellness

Location: John Todd Centre Y (150 Wood St, Kamloops, BC V2B 0G6)

Terms: Part time, Casual

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Various hours depends on the program needs (availability in evenings and weekends are required)

Salary: $28.00 per hour

Reports To: Manager, Mental Wellness and Employment


Benefits:

4% vacation pay
Generous Sick Leave
Free YMCA Gym Membership
Subsidized Child Care excluding Infant Toddler

Nature and Scope:

The YMCA BC in Kamloops offers a comprehensive mental wellness program designed to support individuals of all ages in managing stress and anxiety. The program includes various groups such as Y Mind Teen, Y Mind Youth, and Y Mind Adult, which provide evidence-based strategies and a supportive environment for participants to learn healthy coping skills. Additionally, the program features initiatives like the Circle of Security Parenting Program and Postpartum Connections, aimed at improving parent-child relationships and supporting new mothers. Overall, the YMCA BC's mental wellness program fosters community connection and personal growth through its diverse and inclusive offerings.

Reporting to the Mental Wellness Leadership team, the Mental Wellness Facilitator will work collaboratively with other staff, volunteers, and participants. The Mental Wellness Facilitator is responsible for screening new participants at information sessions and for delivering a variety of mental wellness program sessions within Kamloops and/or surrounding communities. Furthermore, the Mental Wellness Facilitator is responsible for creating a safe and inclusive space for all within groups. The Mental Wellness Facilitator is also encouraged to identify areas of growth and development for future mental wellness programs.


Major Responsibilities:

Intake and assessment of program applicants.
Facilitate group sessions and create a warm, welcoming and safe group environment.
Prep, prepare and takedown for weekly group sessions.
Attend preprogram training, post-program debrief meeting and regular staff meetings
Support applicants and participants to contact appropriate referrals to community agencies.
Maintain an atmosphere of achievement that inspires self and others to succeed at highest levels.
Ensure the safety of all members, participants, staff, and property by following YMCA standards/policies/procedures.
Other relevant duties as required.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a mental health field such as Psychology, Counselling, Social Work required.
Master’s degree in mental health or counselling related field or equivalent combination of experience and education an asset.
Experience conducting intakes and assessments.
Experience leading group Mindfulness Practices.
Mental Health First Aid Certificate an asset.
Demonstrated ability to make sound judgments and decisions; effective prioritizing and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills.
High degree of independence and initiative within a team environment.
First Aid/CPR-C certificate required.

Competencies:

In addition to bringing a commitment to YMCA vision and values, and an orientation to service, the candidate should possess the following competencies:

Leadership/Coaching – Ability to direct and develop performance of others to achieve desired result.
Service Strategy – Ability to identify the needs and wants of members/participants as a priority and respond in an effective and timely manner to enhance every person’s YMCA experience.
Negotiation/Communication/Interpersonal Skills: Ability to speak, write, listen and secure information in many settings. Ability to cooperate with others to achieve results. Ability to create and build relationships inside and outside the organization.
Problem Solving – Ability to identify an issue, gather and processes relevant information, determine possible solutions, selects appropriate responses and implements and evaluates them.
Initiative/Enthusiasm/Innovation – Ability to manage and lead to achieve and exceed identified goals.
Community Awareness and Understanding – Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the vision, mission, and values of the organization
Self-Management – ability to appropriately manage one’s own emotions and strong feelings; maintain a calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances; and think clearly and stay focused under pressure. Encompasses self-regulation and mindfulness.
Teamwork/ Cooperation – ability to work cooperatively and productively with others within and across organizational units to achieve common goals; demonstrate respect, cooperation, collaboration, and consensus-building.

Situation:

YMCA BC is a charity dedicated to strengthening the foundations of community, by nurturing the potential of children, teens young adults, promoting healthy lifestyles, fostering a sense of social responsibility and delivering lasting personal social change to grow in spirit, mind, and body.

Since January 2023, YMCA of Northern British Columbia, YMCA-YWCA of Kamloops and YMCA of Greater Vancouver are officially one association, with one mission to strengthen our impact for communities across British Columbia. We are YMCA BC – Even Stronger Together. This transition marks a new chapter in our long-standing history of building communities, transforming lives, and connecting people of all ages, stages, backgrounds and abilities, to unique opportunities to learn, grow, and reach their potential.

At the YMCA BC, people are our greatest asset, and we are proud to be an employer of choice. Working at the YMCA BC means you are part of a fun, positive team in an environment of honesty, caring, respect, responsibility, and inclusivity. We are committed to providing our community with the support it needs to thrive through employment, youth services, and programming for families and seniors. We believe a vibrant, healthy community is one in which everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact us.


Application Process:

Internal Applicants: Please apply online through the ADP Workforce Now Career Center.

Application Deadline: Until filled


Thank you for your interest and application.
Due to the high volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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