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.

•        A minimum of   2-3 years experience in co-ordination and program delivery of seniors recreational, social and leisure programs.
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- h; d$ Y$ h/ l2 X" _+ D•        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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" V/ n1 D; c- }; m•        Provide outreach services to isolated seniors living in the target area

6 n+ ]$ O  _' ~4 F+ ^, }•        Coordinate the activities, volunteers, and clients of Calder Seniors Drop In Centre and other outreach programs.

  c' ]1 ]$ B* a" d' w8 ]•        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.
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•        Must have a vehicle for use during employment and personal cell phone at their disposal for use during employment.
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! [$ Z8 v  G% u, r* L$ x( QTo be eligible for hire, candidates will be required to complete a Security Clearance Check satisfactory to the Calder Seniors Drop In Society.
Submit your resume stating qualifications, experience and salary expectations to
by September 30, 2008:

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Executive Director
Fax: 780-452-7537
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