Job Description

The Community Wellness Facilitator is a key member of Carya's Multigenerational Wellness team, responsible for planning and facilitating accessible, community-based programs that foster participation, connection, and well-being at Carya's Village Commons location in East Village.


The nature of this role is responsive, flexible, and complementary to Carya's existing programming strengths. It requires flexibility regarding the target population, as well as workdays and hours. Evening and weekend work is required and may vary seasonally.

WHO YOU ARE

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You bring curiosity, empathy, and a strengths-based lens to every interaction--with families, community partners, and colleagues. You create inclusive, participant-centered spaces that spark connection, creativity, and personal growth--meeting people where they're at with empathy, flexibility, and intention. You are a thoughtful planner and creative connector, designing inclusive programs that reflect community voices, reduce barriers, and foster meaningful participation across generations.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

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Program Planning & Coordination

Plan and deliver a seasonal calendar of arts-based, recreational, and personal development programs for diverse community members, aligned with the broader Multigenerational Wellness offerings. Leverage existing program assets, including funded initiatives, an Artist in Residence, and a small, contracted services budget, to engage and inspire community participation. Design programs that are inclusive, culturally responsive, and accessible, addressing barriers related to mobility, cognition, finances, and technology. Incorporate data collection and evaluation tools into all program offerings; ensure timely and accurate data maintenance. Promote programs and increase community awareness through targeted engagement strategies and participation in special events.

Facilitation & Engagement

Facilitate engaging and creative group sessions that foster connection, self-expression, and personal growth through art, recreation, and diverse interests. Build trusting relationships through one-on-one support, group facilitation, and active community presence. Co-create program content with participants, integrating their voices, strengths, and goals. Apply evidence-informed and trauma-informed approaches, including social-emotional learning strategies and adult learning principles. Support mental wellness and reduce isolation by offering accessible and meaningful activities. Adapt facilitation methods to suit various settings and participant needs, including older adults, families, individuals, and intergenerational groups. Encourage the development of natural supports and peer relationships within groups. Provide light-touch support and referrals as needed, including conducting basic risk assessments and safety planning.

Relationships and Collaborations

Maintain strong, responsive relationships with participants, colleagues, and community partners. Demonstrate initiative and confidence in independently starting tasks and pursuing new ideas. Foster welcoming, inclusive environments where participants feel a sense of belonging and agency. Apply a strengths-based, solutions-focused mindset when working in dynamic or uncertain environments. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, community-driven programming. Incorporate participant feedback and emerging needs into future planning and facilitation practices.

This task list is not intended to be exhaustive, and other tasks may be identified from time to time.

WHAT YOU BRING

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Bachelor's degree in a human services-related, or a combination of education and experience. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working in the human-services field.
Familiarity with the social impact or nonprofit sector is an asset. Experience planning and/or facilitating arts-based or recreation programs, with a strong focus on wellness and meeting the needs of vulnerable participants, is considered an asset. Strong attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential. Ability to work with existing resources and within an established budget.
Proven facilitation and presentation skills, along with strong interpersonal and communication abilities. Ability to utilize a strength-based, participant-centered approach. Enthusiasm for and experience in working with diverse populations A positive attitude and the ability to balance a commitment to quality service are essential. Exceptional teamwork and collaboration skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. A positive, service-oriented attitude with a commitment to quality and follow-through. Completion of Natural Supports Framework training required is an asset. Certification with the Alberta Family Wellness Initiative's Core Brain Story is an asset. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 with a focus on SharePoint, Word, Teams, and Outlook; familiarity in Excel. Ability to effectively manage and prioritize your emails and calendar. Valid driver's license, vehicle, and insurance are required.

WHY JOIN TEAM CARYA

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When you join team Carya, you are joining over 100 passionate professionals who exemplify our values of Respect, Kindness, Creativity, Collaboration, Belonging, Wellness. Our employees are the heart of our organization and work collaboratively to meet the unique and evolving needs of over 40,000 Calgarians.



At Carya, we take care of our people and proudly provide our employees with:

Exceptional work life balance including paid vacation time off, personal time off each month and office closures during the year. A supportive and ?exible work environment that includes professional development opportunities. A focus on health and wellbeing including access to virtual mental and physical health supports, employer paid extended health bene?ts, dental benefits, an annual health spending account and Employer matched RRSP contributions. Recognition that peoples are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.


The successful applicant will receive a comprehensive total compensation package including:

Employer-paid premiums for extended health bene?ts and 50/50 share of dental premiums. Up to 7% RRSP matching. Annual Health Spending Account. Three (3) weeks paid vacation pro-rated to start date and eligible for use in the first year of employment. Monthly Personal Time O? (PTO) day. Paid office closure days between Christmas and New Year. Discretionary Day of Observation each year for use on a day that is of personal significance. Agency provided property as needed by the role.

CLOSING DATE

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Until a suitable candidate is found.

HOW TO APPLY

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Submit a single PDF containing your cover letter and resume through our Career Centre portal. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
We thank all those who expressed their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Equal Employment Opportunities, Requesting an Accommodation, and Other Employment Statements

Carya is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.



Carya is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact People & Culture by email at HR@caryacalgary.ca in advance of your interview.



The successful candidate must satisfactorily complete a Police Information Check.



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