community worker

Government of Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated community service coordinator to enhance service delivery within diverse populations. This role involves developing and implementing community programs, managing events, and supervising volunteers. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating a commitment to client-focused service. Join a dynamic team in a physically demanding yet rewarding environment, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of individuals in need. If you are passionate about community service and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in community service or social services.
• Ability to develop and implement service delivery models.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement community service delivery.
• Liaise with social services and health care providers.
• Manage events and supervise volunteers.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Judgement

Client Focus

Flexibility

Initiative

Team Player

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Education or training
• Volunteer coordination

Work setting

• Urban area
• Social service or charity agency

Responsibilities Tasks

• Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community
• Food preparation
• Resolve conflict situations
• Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
• Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures
• Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff
• Manage events
• Offer mentoring
• Supervise office and volunteer staff

Supervision

• Working groups
• Committees

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Aboriginal groups
• Adolescents
• Children
• Culturally diverse groups
• Elderly
• Families
• Females
• Males

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Judgement
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player