The Vacancy Youth Facilitator- Western Trust Area Inspire is proud to partner on the Peace of Mind project - a cross-community, cross-border initiative funded by the PEACEPLUS Programme, managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). Are you passionate about youth work, mental health, and creating real, inclusive change in your community? Do you want to use your skills to support young people aged 14-25 to build confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing in a safe, creative environment? If so, you could be the Youth Facilitator we're looking for to join Inspire's Peace of Mind team. Vacancy Details Location: Western Trust Area Hours: 37 Contract: Fixed term temporary for a period of 24 Months About the Role As a Youth Facilitator, you will be responsible for delivering the Peace of Mind group programme in the western trust area, working with young people from diverse backgrounds across Northern Ireland. This project takes an early intervention and prevention approach to support young people's mental health, wellbeing and personal development. You'll work in community settings, facilitating structured youth sessions, building positive relationships, and creating inclusive spaces where young people feel seen, safe, and supported. You'll also help co-design workshops, events and social action projects that explore identity, culture, and shared community experience, all rooted in the context of Northern Ireland's post-conflict legacy. Key Responsibilities: Deliver engaging group-based programmes for young people aged 14-25 Facilitate sessions on topics such as mental health, self-esteem, healthy relationships, identity and resilience Recruit and engage young people through community outreach and partnership work Collaborate with schools, youth organisations, and local agencies Embrace co-production- young people help shape everything we do What You'll Need: Minimum NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) At least 6 months' experience working with young people, families or minority groups Strong communication and facilitation skills Confidence in leading youth sessions and building group dynamics A full driving licence and access to a car (consideration given to disabled applicants) Willingness to work evenings and occasional weekends Ability to register with NISCC upon appointment Skills and Experience: Background in youth work, health and social care, or community development Experience working with funded programmes and understanding reporting requirements Understanding of issues such as intergenerational trauma, deprivation, substance misuse, and mental health in post-conflict communities Familiarity with co-production, early intervention, and holistic wellbeing approaches Strong organisational and IT skills, including Microsoft Office Why Join Inspire & Peace of Mind? Access Inspire's full benefits package, including: ? Competitive pay & enhanced leave ? Comprehensive induction & award-winning training ? Company pension, sick pay & death in service ? Health cash plan, EAP & wellbeing initiatives ? Flexible working options We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and select on merit. Sound Like a Good Fit? Click Apply Now to start your journey with us. If you have questions or would like to chat to someone before applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team at and one of our dedicated recruiters will be happy to answer any questions you have. At Inspire, we believe in people and that includes you. Please note if successful at interview, the applicant will have to complete an enhanced disclosure check. Following the interviews a waiting list will be created for similar posts for a nine month period. Inspire is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection based on merit. Our Organisation Inspire is an all-island charity and social enterprise and our aim is wellbeing for all. We work together with people living with mental ill health, intellectual disability, autism and addictions to ensure they live with dignity and realise their full potential. We campaign to create a society free from stigma and discrimination with a culture of compassion that focuses on people and their abilities. Our Benefits Enhanced Annual Leave Cycle to Work Scheme Shopping Discounts Employee Wellbeing Initiatives Death in Service Benefit Occupational Sick Pay To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.