Fulltime Outreach Coordinator

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Calder Seniors Drop In Society has an immediate opening for a full time Outreach Coordinator position.
* Y( D. P  D2 N% mReporting 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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2 O$ Y% T7 V2 j2 j5 f( g•        A minimum of   2-3 years experience in co-ordination and program delivery of seniors recreational, social and leisure programs.
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•        Develop and provide programs to increase the wellness and decrease isolation of seniors in Calder Communities.
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•        Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Premium including; Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher and Power Point.

•        Provide outreach services to isolated seniors living in the target area

•        Coordinate the activities, volunteers, and clients of Calder Seniors Drop In Centre and other outreach programs.
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•        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.

4 R; ?9 }& \( O2 W, j•        Must have a vehicle for use during employment and personal cell phone at their disposal for use during employment.

0 C7 v& V4 d9 J! i& @% R) tTo 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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, Q0 v2 U+ p1 s1 T2 QCalder Seniors Drop In Society
: |) N, i7 M$ l$ k$ UBrenda Shewaga
) x% c5 X9 t) Q, s, [6 WExecutive Director
Fax: 780-452-7537
E-Mail: execald@telus.net