As a Facilitator for YMCA's Back on Track program, you will help youth who are experiencing challenges at school build confidence, strengthen connections, and successfully transition back into the classroom. Working closely with students, families, schools, and community partners, you will create a safe and supportive environment where youth feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to succeed.
- Compensation: $24.91 per hour, based on experience and credentials
- Paid vacation, wellness, and family responsibility days
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Membership to Y facilities for self and family
- Annual Y pension of 5% (after 2 years)
- Location: Rutland BGC (355 Hartman Rd)
- Reporting to: Manager, Community Programs
- Schedule: Full-Time, 32 hours per week, Monday to Friday
The Back on Track program supports youth who are struggling to maintain a positive connection to school. Through relationship-based support, skill development, and goal setting, participants gain the confidence and tools they need to successfully re-engage with their education. In this role, you will make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and contribute to stronger, healthier communities.
You will support youth throughout their participation in the Back on Track program by:
- Building trust and creating a welcoming environment for youth who are struggling to have a positive experience at school.
- Helping participants explore attitudes toward school, identify motivators, and set actionable goals before they return to school.
- Creating a supportive environment and serving as a caring adult for youth experiencing challenges such as trauma, peer pressure, negative self-image, and school or home-related barriers.
- Delivering daily programming that helps youth build confidence, positive peer connections, and practical life skills.
- Building relationships with school administrators and maintaining regular communication with schools and families to support successful reintegration.
- Coordinating referrals to community resources and ensuring participant progress through consistent follow-up.
- Representing the program to school administrators and community partners, keeping Back on Track top of mind.
- Post-secondary education in Counselling, Psychology, Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, or a related field.
- Two or more years of experience working with youth from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong conflict resolution, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to remain calm and solution-focused in complex situations.
- Experience facilitating workshops and engaging youth in meaningful activities.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills.
- Curious, empathetic, and patient in your approach to supporting youth.
- Adaptable and responsive to the changing needs of participants and families.
- Passionate about creating safe, positive, and inclusive environments.
- Committed to building meaningful relationships and fostering a sense of belonging.
- Aligned with the YMCA's mission, vision, and values and dedicated to making a positive community impact.
At the YMCA of Southern Interior BC, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of youth while working for a purpose-driven organization committed to strengthening communities. Join a collaborative team that values inclusion, growth, and meaningful connections.
- Three professional references
- A satisfactory Criminal Record Check Check/Vulnerable Sector Search.
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: July 27, 2026
