Fulltime Outreach Coordinator

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Calder Seniors Drop In Society has an immediate opening for a full time Outreach Coordinator position.
8 ^3 E2 s! X9 O; ~0 EReporting 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.
( ?. b$ o$ z8 B: TQualifications:
•        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.

3 Y" r7 o8 h# U9 A/ |) E" l•        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.

5 \: j% a2 O0 R6 T: M% E$ v5 V$ h( x•        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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5 A, D0 K# f$ I% `2 y& U•        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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* [2 b. x, G7 O  e" z4 D5 Y•        Must have a vehicle for use during employment and personal cell phone at their disposal for use during employment.
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+ S6 p4 f& d0 b  i9 }, D: lTo 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:

Calder Seniors Drop In Society
% ]  ]# ^: b" g4 U. V6 X0 \- N4 HBrenda Shewaga
Executive Director
8 e( g8 ?' t/ U1 [: s" VFax: 780-452-7537
2 }3 G  R8 K9 P4 v' ?E-Mail: execald@telus.net