Fulltime Outreach Coordinator

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Calder Seniors Drop In Society has an immediate opening for a full time Outreach Coordinator position.
Reporting to the Executive Director this position is responsible to provide assistance to isolated and at risk seniors; to support seniors to “age in place” in the community and to enhance the overall well-being of seniors within the membership of the Calder Seniors Drop In Centre.
Qualifications:
•        Diploma/degree in Social work, Recreation/Leisure/Physical Education, Family Studies or a related discipline with training in Program Development and specialty training in gerontology.
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8 l# K* w6 d( E$ ~0 f& u& Z•        A minimum of   2-3 years experience in co-ordination and program delivery of seniors recreational, social and leisure programs.

) _  J! {& B( c9 r$ W( B•        Develop and provide programs to increase the wellness and decrease isolation of seniors in Calder Communities.
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7 G0 w& p4 F3 l) K$ X6 }- m6 L•        Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Premium including; Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher and Power Point.
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2 ~; ]! P9 {7 ~8 B* a1 K•        Provide outreach services to isolated seniors living in the target area
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•        Coordinate the activities, volunteers, and clients of Calder Seniors Drop In Centre and other outreach programs.

•        Strong communication (written &verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
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•        Ability to carry out assignments of confidential nature and handle appropriately.
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•        Must have a vehicle for use during employment and personal cell phone at their disposal for use during employment.

To be eligible for hire, candidates will be required to complete a Security Clearance Check satisfactory to the Calder Seniors Drop In Society.
9 S9 k9 o+ {$ e' `8 ZSubmit your resume stating qualifications, experience and salary expectations to
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  A3 Y( x) a7 b2 p4 c5 UCalder Seniors Drop In Society
Brenda Shewaga
Executive Director
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. `1 n( v5 Y" r, ME-Mail: execald@telus.net