Youth Programs Support Facilitator

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

 

Title: Youth Programs Support Facilitator

Department: Community Programs

Reports to: Manager of Community Programs, Team Leads

Classification: Full Time (Summer 2025)

Hours: 37.5 hours a week

Deadline: June 13^th, 2025

Location: Halifax and Dartmouth, NS

To be considered for employment in this role, candidates must be students, returning to studies in the fall semester.

YWCA Halifax is committed to diversity, and we welcome all suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. YWCA Halifax is governed by, employs, and serves diverse people and community members. Self-identification by applicants does not guarantee an interview but we want you to know that we understand that lived experience of racialization, Indigeneity, (dis)Ability, and gender diversity are their own knowledge and expertise. We value this expertise and consider it as we discern who to interview.

YWCA Halifax is a progressive, multi-service, not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of women, girls, two-spirited and gender diverse people and their families at critical turning points in their lives. We work to transform lives by providing a continuum of services and programs that drive lasting positive change. We strive to change the underlying issues that are root causes of inequality, violence, poverty, and homelessness. Our four program focus areas include: promoting the health, wellness, and leadership of women and girls; advancing women’s economic and housing security; delivering quality, accessible, early learning, and childcare; and working to end violence against women, girls and gender diverse individuals.

Why work for the YWCA

Staff at YWCA Halifax enjoy a supportive and dynamic team environment, a commitment to staff growth, a connection to the national and international YWCA movements, learning from colleagues in a multiservice agency, and a strong shared vision.

 

Why YOU should apply

Even if you don’t have all the requirements listed in this position, you may be the right candidate. If you are a natural leader with a strong attention to detail and a passion for social justice and gender equity, we want to hear from you.  Take a chance and apply.  Tell us how you can make a difference through your YWCA.

Job Overview

The Youth Programs Support Facilitator works closely with the Manager of Community Programs and relevant program Team Leads at YWCA Halifax to ensure all programs are running effectively and successfully. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience working with youth, running programs or projects, understands the complexity of our diverse communities, and has an interest in learning about employability, youth, newcomers, and physical activity. This position will require excellent communication, research, organizational, and problem solving skills.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree or diploma in English, Social Work, Public Relations, Education, Business, Administration, or other related fields of study or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of Community Development would be an asset
• Understanding of Program or Project work would be an asset
• To be able to work effectively as a team member and maintain an open, communicative, and supportive working environment.
• Independent judgement and time management skills
• Effective interpersonal, and organization skills, high level of computer literacy, and communication skills.

Essential Duties of the Position

 Program Support

• Program promotion
• Program asset mapping and reflection
• Resource and tool development
• Program facilitation and support as needed

 Research and Outreach

• Research
• Basic administration tasks as needed
• Community engagement and participation
• Support Team meetings and workshops

General Admin Duties

• Email and phone communication as needed

• Assumes other duties as assigned within the scope of their role.

 If interested, please send your cover letter and resume in one document to humanresources@ywcahalifax.com
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