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:
* s6 |2 @/ X' Y. Q4 U9 N; k6 |•        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.

5 O- y8 S" N) s2 I6 N9 }•        Develop and provide programs to increase the wellness and decrease isolation of seniors in Calder Communities.
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' Z6 U: N# X+ b•        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

8 u/ F! N$ t2 Y•        Coordinate the activities, volunteers, and clients of Calder Seniors Drop In Centre and other outreach programs.
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" i/ q% ^+ D3 Q1 k•        Strong communication (written &verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
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) R, I$ u; Q2 s* E3 R•        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.

6 K" _' m) M2 C  S5 LTo be eligible for hire, candidates will be required to complete a Security Clearance Check satisfactory to the Calder Seniors Drop In Society.
" P/ D5 }7 [6 dSubmit your resume stating qualifications, experience and salary expectations to
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Brenda Shewaga
Executive Director
Fax: 780-452-7537
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