Fulltime Outreach Coordinator

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Calder Seniors Drop In Society has an immediate opening for a full time Outreach Coordinator position.
Reporting 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.
3 I& ?: J' N$ ?: u1 r6 vQualifications:
& {6 P- ^% J1 \9 Y•        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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  {6 k, c! t5 c# L. e, o8 \, B•        A minimum of   2-3 years experience in co-ordination and program delivery of seniors recreational, social and leisure programs.
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•        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.
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•        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.

•        Strong communication (written &verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
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" O! s. z- l, J; k+ `3 b; c•        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.

/ B* s/ y9 j5 H2 D6 `To be eligible for hire, candidates will be required to complete a Security Clearance Check satisfactory to the Calder Seniors Drop In Society.
! ~, G# N5 O6 a) t( U, O0 }: xSubmit your resume stating qualifications, experience and salary expectations to
7 c! A; |% ^4 D7 d3 t' b( H/ ]by September 30, 2008:
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8 z" W' u- d5 lCalder Seniors Drop In Society
! ~/ ]$ b# x$ ]- A/ m3 bBrenda Shewaga
4 P8 c; E6 t/ A2 |1 _/ PExecutive Director
Fax: 780-452-7537
E-Mail: execald@telus.net