Job Title: Youth Program Facilitator
Position Type: Contract, fixed term (late August to early December 2026)
Job Regions: Calgary, AB
Compensation Range: $25-28/hourly
Application Deadline: August 16th, 2026
Position Reports to: Director of Programs & Impact
About Thrive Youth Development Canada
Thrive Youth is a national non-profit dedicated to supporting children and youth in underserved communities by using the arts as a vehicle for growth and leadership skill development. Our programming is designed to build confidence, a sense of belonging, and future-ready competencies that help young people discover the best version of themselves to transition successfully into the workforce and post-secondary life. We believe in an iterative, adaptive approach where every young person's lived experience is valued and integrated into the creative process.
Role Overview
We are seeking a dynamic, values-aligned Facilitator to lead a ten-session weekly after-school program for a cohort of 15–20 youth in partnership with the Aga Khan Foundation for Canada’s Future Ready Initiative. This role involves delivering Thrive’s Youth Lead Impact (YLI) curriculum, which uses creative experiential learning and project management to help young people develop their leadership, confidence, and future-ready skills.
The primary goal of this program is to guide youth as they plan and execute a creative community-focused group project to help their peers navigate post-secondary pathways, scholarships, and workforce entry. Skill development will be supported by guest artist-educator workshops and community partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Delivery: Facilitate a structured yet adaptable 10-session curriculum that centers on the lived experiences and unique voices of newcomer youth.
- Mentorship: Act as a bridge and role model for students, helping them navigate challenging conversations and teamwork.
- Inclusion: Utilize an anti-oppression approach to ensure all participants feel a sense of belonging, regardless of language barriers or socio-economic status.
- Technical Guidance: Support youth in the creation of their group project in collaboration with guest artist educators and community partners.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Assist with the "public launch" on the final program session, where youth present their work to families and community leaders.
Qualifications & Attributes
- Experience: Proven track record of working with youth, specifically newcomer populations or those from underserved communities.
- Communication: Exceptional group facilitation skills with the ability to prompt engagement from reserved or shy participants.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Deep understanding of the challenges faced by newcomer families, including mental health, language barriers, and cultural adjustment.
- Values Alignment: A commitment to kindness, empathy, and empowering youth to affect positive change in their communities.
- Language: Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages relevant to the local newcomer community is a significant asset.
Other Requirements:
· Current Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector screening
· Current First Aid & CPR-C Training an asset
· Belief in the Thrive Youth goals and means of achieving the goals
Working Conditions
This is a fixed term contract position for an approximate total of 100 working hours, with online training plus program preparation occurring in late August and early September, with program delivery occurring on-site in the early evenings (~6pm – 8pm) starting in mid-September and concluding in late November.
Please email resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Thrive Youth is an equal opportunity employer. Thrive Youth values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion.
We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation at any stage during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
Pay: $25.00-$28.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
