We are hiring!

Position: Lead Facilitator

Reports to: Executive Director
Hours: 22 hours per week (must be available afternoon & evenings)

Salary: $25.00/hour

Term: Temporary, Part-time

September 8, 2026 - December 18, 2026 with possibility of extension

Closing date: Until suitable candidate is found.

Ignite Youth Centre (NPYSA)  has been in operation since 1993 and has been a lifeline for many area youth. Ignite provides direct programming in the areas of art, wellness, life skills and more to youth ages 12-17. We encourage projects designed to engage the youth to volunteer and give back. We strive to create an environment that allows youth to develop skills and self esteem in a supportive, fun, and inclusive environment.

Ignite Youth Centre is seeking a Lead Facilitator. The successful candidate will facilitate afternoon and evening programming, support co-facilitators and complete data collection tasks as defined in the description below.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

The duties for this position include:  facilitation, co-facilitation, supervision, data collection, support of volunteers and creating content for social media. The successful candidate must be available to work afternoons/evenings in accordance with the shifts listed below.

  • Facilitate and co-facilitate evening programming:

    • Tuesday - Friday 2:00 pm - 8:15 pm (5.5 hours daily with 45 minute unpaid break). Program hours 3:30-5 pm and 6-8 pm

  • Prepare activities and set-up of the centre‍ ‍

  • Prepare snacks for each program in accordance with safe food handling practices (training provided)

  • Light cleaning and end of day wrap up of the centre

  • Ensure proper use of youth centre supplies & equipment  (including audio-visual, instruments and program specific supplies).

  • Distribute, ensure completion and compile forms such as registration, attendance, surveys and evaluation forms.

  • Will become familiar with program manual and agency policies.

  • Capture photographs/videos of activities for use in social media in accordance with Privacy policy and Social Media guidelines.

Qualifications:

  • Experience working with youth in a group setting an asset.

  • Must be familiar with a variety of social media platforms and able to create content suitable for sharing (photo, video, etc.).

  • Excellent organizational, planning, time-management skills and the ability to work independently.

  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

  • Flexible attitude and consideration of youth voice when developing activities.

  • Familiarity with Google Workspace an asset.

  • Clear vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check mandatory.

  • Clear Children’s Services Intervention Check mandatory.

Additional qualifications preferred:

  • 18+ years of age and have not attended Ignite programming as a participant within two years 

  • Standard First Aid Certificate an asset

The North Peace Youth Support Association is committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from qualified people of all genders and sexual orientations, visible minorities, Indigenous persons and persons with disabilities. 

Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@ignitefairview.com.