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Journey to Freedom Facilitator

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties
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The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Journey to Freedom Facilitator to join our team.

 

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

 

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. 

 

As a Journey to Freedom Facilitator you will be responsible for leading small group programs within our YMCA Centers, offering spiritual and emotional support to participants in a welcoming, nonjudgmental space. If hired, you will help participants engage in meaningful conversations about growth, healing, and transformation while presenting yourself in a professional manner to offer safe and engaging healthy lifestyle practices.

 

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Facilitate a minimum of 2 groups (or 7 groups per year), each typically running 7–10 weekly sessions.
  • Provide a safe and emotionally healthy environment for participants to explore their stories and growth.
  • Prepare for each group by reviewing provided materials and arriving early to set up the space.
  • Lead weekly small-group sessions using the approved Journey to Freedom curriculum.
  • Model excellent group facilitation: active listening, balanced participation, time management, and respectful dialogue.
  • Maintain group boundaries, ensuring conversations remain emotionally and spiritually safe for all.
  • Refer sensitive participant issues or concerns to Mission Department staff; this is not a counseling or advisory role.
  • Maintain regular communication with Mission Department staff, providing feedback and updates on group progress or needs.
  • Support and encourage co-facilitators when applicable.
  • Attend required facilitator trainings and occasional development meetings to strengthen facilitation skills and connection to the overall mission.
  • Engage participants of diverse faith backgrounds with empathy and respect, upholding the YMCA’s commitment to inclusivity and holistic care.
  • Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
  • Completion of Journey to Freedom foundational group (required).
  • Completion of Journey to Freedom facilitator training (required, provided upon hire).
  • Demonstrated experience or aptitude in group facilitation, peer leadership, or small groups.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, emotional maturity, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Respect for people of all faith backgrounds, with a commitment to upholding Christian principles in practice.
  • Positive attitude and a passion for walking alongside others in their personal and spiritual growth.
  • Complete other online and in-person training as required.
  • Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
  • You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
  • Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

 

Wage: $18.00 to $22.00 per hour, depending on qualifications

 

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

 

Location: YMCA Association Office, Tacoma, WA 

 

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

  • A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
  • Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
  • Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
  • 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

 

 

Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org.

 

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

 

Location(s)

 

4717 S 19th St Suite 201, Tacoma, Washington 98405, United States

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