Fulltime Outreach Coordinator

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Calder Seniors Drop In Society has an immediate opening for a full time Outreach Coordinator position.
+ ?+ W5 u9 X6 i. A" LReporting 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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7 h6 D6 S" d) p3 ?4 U' M4 ^•        A minimum of   2-3 years experience in co-ordination and program delivery of seniors recreational, social and leisure programs.

% B2 p, G8 Z4 N, H& z7 |•        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.

: h3 J! x% q! i1 K; B0 w: i•        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.

•        Ability to carry out assignments of confidential nature and handle appropriately.
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7 L+ P+ T$ c5 y) n% R' b2 _' ^•        Must have a vehicle for use during employment and personal cell phone at their disposal for use during employment.
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" `  q8 G7 R7 R/ H0 i( j' z' RTo be eligible for hire, candidates will be required to complete a Security Clearance Check satisfactory to the Calder Seniors Drop In Society.
5 N. F6 e, X, @Submit your resume stating qualifications, experience and salary expectations to
0 f  n6 t3 R3 I: G7 }8 [) H9 Xby September 30, 2008:
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Calder Seniors Drop In Society
Brenda Shewaga
Executive Director
- ]6 o; b( W; I! S& o2 @8 NFax: 780-452-7537
/ g. O5 g1 L* c$ x( yE-Mail: execald@telus.net