Date Posted: July 17th, 2026
Position Title: Community Facilitator
Location: John Tod Center Y (150 Wood St, Kamloops, BC V2B 0G6)
Term: Casual/Substitute
Hours: 0-20 hours per week
Shift: Monday-Saturday; mornings, afternoons, and evenings
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: $23.67 per hour
Reports To: Coordinator, Family Outreach
Benefits:
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Competitive vacation and paid sick time
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Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
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Generous employer-matched pension plan
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Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
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Training and Professional Development Opportunities
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Extensive Employee assistance program
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Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
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Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community
- Some benefits may vary based on employment terms
Nature & Scope
The Community Facilitator is responsible for planning, facilitating, and delivering engaging, inclusive, and relationship-based early literacy sessions for parents/caregivers and their children (ages 0–5). Grounded in songs, stories, rhymes, and play, the facilitator creates a welcoming space that supports early language development, strengthens caregiver-child bonds, and fosters community connection.
Major Responsibilities - in this position, you will:
Program Facilitation
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Plan and deliver community groups
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Facilitate interactive songs, rhymes, stories, for parents/caregivers and young children
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Model positive caregiver-child interactions and encourage active participation
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Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for families of all backgrounds
Community Engagement
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Build trusting, respectful relationships with parents/caregivers and children
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Support families by sharing information about local resources and services, as appropriate
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Collaborate with community partners, host sites, and team members
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Foster a sense of belonging and peer connection among participants
Program Preparation & Administration
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Prepare session plans, materials, and supplies
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Prepare a nutritious snack
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Maintain accurate attendance records and basic program documentation
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Participate in program evaluation, feedback collection, and reporting as required
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Follow organizational policies related to safety, confidentiality, and child protection
Professional Practice
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Participate in required training, team meetings, and reflective practice
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Stay current with best practices in early literacy, child development, and family engagement
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Uphold the values and philosophy of Parent-Child Mother Goose program
Qualification - you bring:
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Experience working with young children (0–5 years) and their parents/caregivers
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Completion of the Parent-Child Mother Goose Teacher® Training Workshop, Infant Massage, Nobody’s Perfect Parenting, Circle of Security, or willing to obtain
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Strong facilitation, communication, and group engagement skills
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Ability to create welcoming, inclusive, and culturally respective spaces
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High degree of independence and initiative within a team environment
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First Aid/CPR-C certificate required
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Food Safe Certificate required
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Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
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Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.
About YMCA BC:
By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.
As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.
We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.
YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at YMCA BC | Fitness, Aquatics, Child Care, Camps & Community Programs
Application Process - ready to make a difference?
We invite you to apply today and find your WHY!
Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre)
Application Deadline: Until filled
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Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application.
You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application.
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If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step.
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If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests.
Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.
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 our People Services department.
Thank you for your interest and application.
