Fulltime Outreach Coordinator

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Calder Seniors Drop In Society has an immediate opening for a full time Outreach Coordinator position.
" }  ]0 \, z, x( D3 R* V$ h* sReporting 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:
" `8 E" ~2 L/ ?8 n•        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.

7 ~- X9 B" [" a2 ^•        A minimum of   2-3 years experience in co-ordination and program delivery of seniors recreational, social and leisure programs.
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; W, m6 R5 ]; H3 ^•        Develop and provide programs to increase the wellness and decrease isolation of seniors in Calder Communities.
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+ t9 @: @# e" i- f- f: A' p•        Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Premium including; Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher and Power Point.

+ I& K2 W# S* B  h0 {& m: c+ {•        Provide outreach services to isolated seniors living in the target area
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•        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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•        Must have a vehicle for use during employment and personal cell phone at their disposal for use during employment.

* a& Z$ v& @7 p: _' |4 |+ w" ZTo 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
/ R; o/ k4 K( u" V2 xBrenda Shewaga
9 _, B- B  n% w* U! B, dExecutive Director
Fax: 780-452-7537
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