Fulltime Outreach Coordinator

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Calder Seniors Drop In Society has an immediate opening for a full time Outreach Coordinator position.
7 `7 Z5 x1 h; RReporting 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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•        A minimum of   2-3 years experience in co-ordination and program delivery of seniors recreational, social and leisure programs.
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# G' n  q9 j9 s' j8 F) n•        Develop and provide programs to increase the wellness and decrease isolation of seniors in Calder Communities.

8 O' ~% A- J9 b0 R9 O# K! g0 V•        Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Premium including; Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher and Power Point.

5 g: L& q1 G  V2 O•        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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  c' ^1 Z2 x) B6 `1 I. Y•        Ability to carry out assignments of confidential nature and handle appropriately.

•        Must have a vehicle for use during employment and personal cell phone at their disposal for use during employment.
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To be eligible for hire, candidates will be required to complete a Security Clearance Check satisfactory to the Calder Seniors Drop In Society.
5 [) w; x2 R3 B( a% V9 T0 B- VSubmit your resume stating qualifications, experience and salary expectations to
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' v/ ^2 O  Y9 A7 {- o% C) yBrenda Shewaga
Executive Director
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E-Mail: execald@telus.net