MHA Youth Program Facilitator

Title: Mental Health and Addictions Youth Program Facilitator Department: Health Community: Iqaluit Requisition Number: 865 Type of Employment: Indeterminate Salary range: $86,009 to $97,589 per year, 37.5 hours/week Northern Allowance: $16,328 per year Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union Closing date: September 25, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. eastern time This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only. An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies. Reporting to the Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) Program Supervisor, the purpose of the MHA Youth Program Facilitator’s position is to determine community needs for children and youth and identify and provide programs designed to improve the well-being of young people. The MHA Youth Program Facilitator will establish supportive relationships with youth and their families with the goal of empowering them to actively participate in mental health wellness. This position will reinforce, practice and model the mental health strategies of the Department of Health as part of the MHA team. The MHA Youth Program Facilitator’s main responsibilities, include, but are not limited to: * Providing general support and advocacy to help children and youth meet their needs by developing and facilitating community-based programs; * Delivering programs for youth that focus on wellness themes, such as building healthy relationships, positive coping skills, effective communication, and social-emotional understanding; * Visiting schools and youth centres to identify program needs and plan for their delivery; * Supporting community Youth Group Councils by attending meetings, sharing resources, and co-facilitating programs or events when appropriate; * Conducting information sessions for the community, including the schools; * Working closely with the health care team and community organizations to promote mental health wellness amongst young Nunavummiut; * Escorting low-risk clients to and from other communities or out-of-territory facilities when appropriate. The knowledge, skills, and experience required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized: * Certificate in social services, child and/or youth, mental health or related field; * One (1) year of experience working in child and/or youth work, mental health or related field. Assets include: * A valid driver’s license; * Current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.. The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets. Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above. * The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy. * Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered. * Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check. * Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut. * Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. * The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application. The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement. Department of Health The Department of Health (HEA) is responsible for health services and social programming in Nunavut. Staff at HEA work to improve the health and well-being of Nunavummiut by addressing the differing needs of each community through culturally appropriate programs and services.

The facilitator identifies community needs for children and youth to develop and deliver wellness-focused programs. They also provide advocacy and support to empower youth and their families in mental health wellness.

Candidates must possess a certificate in social services, mental health, or a related field along with at least one year of relevant experience. A satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check are mandatory for this position.

• Medical benefits • Dental benefits • Defined benefit pension plan • Relocation privileges • Training opportunities • Career advancement opportunities • Northern allowance

• crisis interventionPreferred
• Mental Health SupportPreferred
• case managementPreferred
• Communication SkillsPreferred
• Relationship BuildingPreferred

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• Mental health support
• Addiction counseling
• Youth advocacy
• Program facilitation
• Community outreach
• Crisis intervention
• Case management
• Relationship building
• Communication skills
• Social-emotional learning
• Program planning
• Resource coordination
• Effective Communication
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Advocacy
• Valid Driver's License
• First Aid
• Mental Health
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Social Work
• Governance

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector
• Education
• Program Facilitator
• Program Officer
• Policy and Planning Managers
• Managers, All Other

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 26, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week