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Program Facilitator – Full Time

St. Leonard’s is seeking a Program Facilitator with our Youthreach Prevention and Early Intervention programs, with a possible start date of August 10, 2026 (start date flexible within a week). It is the role of a program facilitator to teach evidence based or evidence informed programs to referred youth (ages 8-17) in one-to-one sessions or in group presentations. These programs are intended to increase knowledge, improve social and cognitive skills, and develop problem-solving and decision-making abilities, as a part of a prevention or early intervention program. Assistance with system navigation is another facit of the position. Facilitators are responsible for all case-management duties and program development.

About Us

St. Leonard’s HPE provides a broad spectrum of care including prevention, early intervention, youth justice services, and housing supports within Hastings and Prince Edward Counties. We aspire to assist and enable youth and young adults to build life skills, increase their understanding and empathy, and to restore their self-confidence and self-worth though effective, responsive, and accessible programs. Our staff work to support youth development to help them grow into the best versions of themselves. Our key programs include Youthreach, Extrajudicial Measures, Extrajudicial Sanctions, Youth Justice Committee, Attendance Centre, Reintegration Support, Detention and Custody services (males aged 12-17 years), Supported Independent Living, and Youth Emergency Housing.

Key Responsibilities

· Coordinate client intake and complete program planning or agreement.

· Facilitate evidenced-based or evidence-informed programming, either one-to-one or in groups, for youth to develop skills, address concerning behaviour(s), reduce risk/needs and fulfil program goals.

· Aid in the development and facilitation of presentations on relevant and sensitive topics to small and large groups of youth/students

· Ensure the completion of all reports in a timely fashion and uphold accountability system, through accurate and detailed case notes and daily documentation.

· Maintain client files: manage the storage, disclosure and destruction of confidential client material and records.

· Report any serious occurrence.

· Liaise with youth’s parents/guardians, community agencies and referring agent as needed, and to advocate for the youth.

Qualifications

· Qualifications and skill requirements obtained through a combination of having a diploma or degree in a relevant field of study and a minimum of five years experience of working with at risk youth.

· Ability to effectively address risk/needs of youth.

· Excellent oral, written and listening communication skills.

· General office procedures including a working knowledge of Office 365 and EMHware.

· Willing to work flexible hours.

· Experience facilitating programs for youth to develop positive decision-making skills and increase pro-social behaviours.

· Ability to assess client’s needs, track progress, and complete reports.

· Strong time management and organizational skills.

· Provide a Vulnerable Sector Screen CPIC.

Wage $27.71/hr

St. Leonard's is an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from Disabled, Indigenous, Racialized, Black, and LGBTQIA applicants

St. Leonard’s is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection processes. Accommodation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request. Applicants are encouraged to advise the organization of any accommodation needs.

Interested applicants may forward both their cover letter and resume to Community Manager, Kerry Cole at kerry@stleonardshpe.ca

St. Leonard’s thanks all applicants but only those receiving an interview will be contacted.
Closing Date: Thurs. July 30/26 @ 12noon

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.71 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Trenton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• youth work: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person