Fulltime Outreach Coordinator

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Calder Seniors Drop In Society has an immediate opening for a full time Outreach Coordinator position.
. C$ p% o8 k! ^' a- w7 ?" IReporting 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:
9 F9 w* X. S% U' I# H•        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.

•        Develop and provide programs to increase the wellness and decrease isolation of seniors in Calder Communities.
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& k- g) b# j: A; j4 j•        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

•        Coordinate the activities, volunteers, and clients of Calder Seniors Drop In Centre and other outreach programs.

6 K; v2 B; H" X•        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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( _, S! M' `/ H$ }+ h•        Must have a vehicle for use during employment and personal cell phone at their disposal for use during employment.

) ?6 L8 @. A3 N4 L2 `- rTo be eligible for hire, candidates will be required to complete a Security Clearance Check satisfactory to the Calder Seniors Drop In Society.
) U5 S& f5 y1 D2 g* m& ISubmit your resume stating qualifications, experience and salary expectations to
by September 30, 2008:
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Calder Seniors Drop In Society
+ u3 j# F& [4 B# P# J# UBrenda Shewaga
Executive Director
7 I0 @1 l# [6 f. D8 ?* a' g5 iFax: 780-452-7537
E-Mail: execald@telus.net