Adult and Seniors Programmer

Town of Morinville; Morinville; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Town of Morinville is hiring an FCSS Adult & Seniors Programmer on a temporary part-time basis (0.5 FTE) to develop and run preventive social programs for adults, older adults, and seniors. The role reports to the FCSS Supervisor and aims to strengthen well-being, social connections, and independence in the community.

The position requires 3+ years in seniors programming with strong planning, budgeting, and communication skills, plus First Aid/CPR and a valid Alberta Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma along with post-secondary education in Human Services, Social Work, Recreation, or a related field (and/or supporting studies). An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 3+ years experience working with seniors, community development, program and event planning, and group facilitation.
• Current First Aid and CPR is required.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License is required.
• Previous Municipal experience is an asset.
• Strong ability to connect municipal and community interests.
• Strong planning and budgeting experience.
• Effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public, internal & external customers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, facilitate, and coordinate programs that are well-structured, responsive to community needs, compliant with health and safety standards, effectively marketed and promoted, and accessible to adults, older adults, and seniors.
• Develop social-service outcome-based and preventive programs tailored for adults, older adults, and seniors.
• Coordinate annual events such as Seniors Week Community Celebration, Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and International Women’s Day.
• Enhance awareness of social issues by delivering presentations, workshops, and seminars; participate in community meetings and share up-to-date resource information.
• Collaborate with community groups to co-create and support preventive programs and services.
• Provide outreach services to older adults and their families; support program volunteers.

Skills

Program planning

Community development

Public speaking

Budgeting

Volunteer coordination

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Services or related field

High School Diploma

Job description

FCSS Adult & Seniors ProgrammerTemporary Part-Time

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) Adult & Seniors Programmer to fill a temporary part-time (0.5 FTE) position. Reporting to the FCSS Supervisor, The FCSS Adult & Seniors Programmer develops, plans and facilitates preventive social programs that strengthen well-being, build social connections and help adults, older adults and seniors maintain their independence and age in place with dignity. Guided by community needs and the FCSS mandate, this position provides programs, information and referrals that build skills, reduce social isolation and connect individuals and their families with community resources. All programming and services that will be offered will be in alignment with FCSS Provincial Grant prevention mandate, and is not to conflict with or duplicate fitness, or recreation programs and services. This position has an end date of on or before January 29, 2027, based on operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, facilitate, and coordinate, programs that are well-structured, responsive to community needs, compliant with health and safety standards, effectively marketed and promoted, and encompass a diverse array of age-appropriate activities accessible to adults, older adults, and seniors within the community. They will promote a holistic approach to community well-being and nurture a comprehensive community support system by utilizing existing services and developing and facilitating new programs.
• Develop social-service outcome-based and preventive programs tailored for adults, older adults, and seniors.

• Coordinate annual events such as, but not limited to, Seniors Week Community Celebration, , Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and International Women’s Day.

• Enhance awareness of social issues by delivering presentations, workshops, and seminars, while also fostering increased awareness within FCSS. This involves participating in community meetings, disseminating up‑to‑date information on available resources, and backing cost-effective preventive programs that elevate the social well‑being of individuals and families.
• Collaborate with community groups to co‑create and support preventative programs and services that meet the needs of adults, older adults, and seniors.
• Provide outreach services to older adults, seniors, and their families in the community.
• Provide ongoing coordination, training, and support to program volunteers.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma along with post‑secondary education in Human Services, Social Work, Recreation, or a related field (and/or supporting studies). An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 3+ years experience working with seniors, community development, program and event planning, and group facilitation.
• Current First Aid and CPR is required.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License is required.
• Previous Municipal experience is an asset.
• Strong ability to connect municipal and community interests.
• Strong planning and budgeting experience.
• Effective verbal, non‑verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public, internal & external customers.

Compensation/Hours of Work: Hourly wage rate is $35.65—$43.82 per hour (7 Step Grid), based on a 17.5 hour work week.

Application Deadline: Sunday, October 25, 2026.