About Us

The Bridge Youth & Family Services is an Okanagan-based non-profit agency that utilizes evidence-based and client-centered care to provide the best service for our program participants and community. We provide secure, welcoming, and accessible spaces for individuals and families. With more than 50 years of experience, we are consistently expanding our programs and services along with looking for individuals to join our dedicated team and help us continue our impact of transforming lives and building community.

At The Bridge you will have opportunities for success with a focus on personal development and the flexibility to learn and grow. We value our employees and showcase our commitment by offering competitive compensation packages and ongoing training & career development opportunities. Come live, work and play here in the Okanagan where adventure and nature are at your fingertips.

About the Role

The Etcetera Group Facilitators are responsible for co-leading community-based group support activities with youth, age 11 to 18, who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

Position: Part Time 3-4 hours per week, Thursday availability required from 4 – 7 pm in weeks that the group is being held. Additional (optional) hours may be available for events, meetings, and projects.

Compensation: Grid level 10 $23.63 - $27.52

Qualifications

Education and experience





- Experience working with youth who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ and/or lived experience in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community
- Training and experience in providing support, leading discussions, and facilitating activities in a group format are considered assets
- Certificates or Diplomas in relevant fields are considered assets

Job skills and abilities

- Demonstrated ability to work with a broad cross section of people and groups with a strength-based, capacity-building approach.
- Demonstrated ability to apply a participatory approach to learning.
- Demonstrated interest in working in a team setting with other staff, community agencies, and volunteers.
- Strong commitment to youth and family needs, in particular for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.

Other Requirements

- Criminal record check in accordance with agency policy
- Valid First Aid certificate (preferred, or training will be provided to successful candidate upon hire)
- Employees must declare their vaccination status for COVID-19 and influenza; if vaccinated, documentation must be provided
- Personal transportation is required.

We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest however; we will contact only those candidates shortlisted for an interview.

The Bridge is an equal opportunity employer

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