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.
0 l  l& N& {* D( _& b7 C  H+ b$ UQualifications:
•        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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•        A minimum of   2-3 years experience in co-ordination and program delivery of seniors recreational, social and leisure programs.
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* P6 Q) a) R; @: Z7 ?  }' q$ o•        Develop and provide programs to increase the wellness and decrease isolation of seniors in Calder Communities.

•        Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Premium including; Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher and Power Point.
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•        Provide outreach services to isolated seniors living in the target area
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6 C4 X. ~1 F3 X3 E/ h" r* }; B; `•        Coordinate the activities, volunteers, and clients of Calder Seniors Drop In Centre and other outreach programs.
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- M( v. T8 F/ z1 `•        Strong communication (written &verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

•        Ability to carry out assignments of confidential nature and handle appropriately.

; z  u2 `3 V8 c3 Z4 I8 C4 r•        Must have a vehicle for use during employment and personal cell phone at their disposal for use during employment.

4 K2 Q. I$ J0 J$ {To be eligible for hire, candidates will be required to complete a Security Clearance Check satisfactory to the Calder Seniors Drop In Society.
  \4 t4 z; x! f7 Q# J; WSubmit your resume stating qualifications, experience and salary expectations to
by September 30, 2008:
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Calder Seniors Drop In Society
2 S  C  v, i! F/ M9 i$ cBrenda Shewaga
Executive Director
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E-Mail: execald@telus.net