VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

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Central Lions Seniors Association
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JOB DESCRIPTION
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  N6 M) i+ k+ W% l6 y& J: [' P3 QUnder the direction of the Program Coordinator and in collaboration with CLSA Special
Events and Volunteer Committees, this position will be responsible to:

1 J+ J. f0 j2 K6 |( UDuties:  Special Events  
Plan, implement and evaluate Special Events:
·  Select and develop themes in collaboration with the Committee
·  Oversee event logistics: book entertainment, catering services and venue; assist
with decorating; ensure tickets and invitations are available; assist with the
advertising of events; recruit, place and supervise volunteers for events; ensure
set-up and clean-up; monitor event budget and complete evaluation of events.   
·  Attend and manage Special Events  
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Duties: Volunteer Coordination
Assist in developing and implementing a volunteer program:
·  Develop job descriptions for volunteer positions
7 G8 j5 B9 r+ `+ o8 R5 T' o# {·  Recruit, interview, screen and place prospective volunteers
6 }* t3 v% v2 n8 ?2 w5 |·  Provide initial orientation and training for new volunteers
·  Ensure provision of recognition and evaluation of volunteers  
4 O, m- c: k2 x1 S( s! O8 f·  Complete program administration, statistics and records

4 j3 H/ @) I5 `Qualifications:
8 b- T( @+ V! F/ v. A* K& s; S$ r·  Completion of 12th
Grade and a minimum of a Diploma in Recreation
Administration, Volunteer Management or Special Event Planning or equivalent.
·  At least one year of experience in Recreation Administration and some direct
experience in conducting recreational, cultural or other related events
0 m3 l9 Y8 R( T- ^$ R·  Experience working with and managing volunteers
4 m) K/ O/ R, t7 _) I: O·  Specialized skills and training in working with seniors  
·  Ability to instruct, organize and supervise group activities and special events
% Z0 L& O/ e1 G( u/ J" x: @·  Current Standard First Aid, CPR & AED training
·  Security Clearance
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Hours:   Flexible – some evening and weekend work
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Wages:  $16 - $20/hour depending on qualifications
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Start Date:  August 24, 2009