For over 40 years, the YMCA of Southern Interior BC has been providing free and low-cost wellness services to children, youth, and equity-seeking groups, providing responsive community programs and supports to help individuals tap into their full potential. Since 2018, the YMCA has been delivering evidence-based and high-quality mindfulness programming to youth and young adults who face barriers to positive mental wellbeing, known as Y Mind. The goal of Y Mind is to enhance the quality of life through therapeutic group-based learning, helping youth acquire strategies for independence, purpose, and positive mental health outcomes.
Reporting to the Manager of Community & Wellness Services, the Mindfulness Program Facilitator will work collaboratively with other staff, volunteers, and participants in the delivery of our mental wellness curricula, including Y Mind and Teen Mindfulness. The Mindfulness Program Facilitator is responsible for screening new participants at information sessions and for delivering the mental wellness program(s) curriculum over 7 weeks within Kelowna and/or surrounding communities. Furthermore, the Mindfulness Program Facilitator is responsible for creating a safe and inclusive space for all within groups and is encouraged to identify areas of growth and development for future mental wellness programs.
Hourly Position: $26-27/hr
If the following sounds like a good day at work, this might be the job for you:
- Intake and assessment of program applicants at information sessions
- Facilitate group sessions and create a warm, welcoming and safe group environment
- Collaboratively prepare for group sessions with a program co-facilitator
- Attend pre-program training
- Attend post-program debrief 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 the highest levels
- Ensure the safety of all members, participants, staff, and property by following YMCA standards/policies/procedures
We'd love to hear from people with:
- Bachelor’s degree in a mental health field, such as Psychology, Counselling, or Social Work required
- Master’s degree in mental health or counselling-related field, or equivalent combination of experience and education an asset
- Familiarity with the Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an asset
- Experience leading group Mindfulness Practices is an asset
- Mental Health First Aid Certificate is an asset
- Transferable experience facilitating group-based programming and activities with youth and young adults is an asset
- Experience working interculturally with equity-deserving people is 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
- Vehicle required
Role Competencies:
- Commitment to Mission, Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, and values of the YMCA of Southern Interior BC.
- Service Oriented: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individual's YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.
- Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions, listens attentively, and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Share information, best practices, and resources with colleagues.
The YMCA’s Commitment to Trust, Safety and Equality:
As part of a trusted charitable organization, you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey, you will be required to:
- Provide 3 references of a professional nature (Ex. employer, supervisor, colleague, teacher, coach, etc.)
- Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. 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 closing date: Monday, August 4, 2025.
