Fulltime Outreach Coordinator

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Calder Seniors Drop In Society has an immediate opening for a full time Outreach Coordinator position.
9 X% w3 x% P" A6 Q; r0 zReporting 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:
2 A0 P' X% u  g" V/ ]- t# @0 M•        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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* u0 K" H7 Q* s$ [, R•        A minimum of   2-3 years experience in co-ordination and program delivery of seniors recreational, social and leisure programs.

5 M) b# {; u2 p•        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.

•        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.

+ a& u2 q8 k* p: z' u% ?) A•        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.

/ n. S. u$ _: U8 kTo 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
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Calder Seniors Drop In Society
Brenda Shewaga
Executive Director
Fax: 780-452-7537
, Q- c! T- h1 S" LE-Mail: execald@telus.net