Full-Time Respite Program Coordinator — Generous Benefits

Communitas Supportive Care Society; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Competitive wages

Job summary

Communitas is seeking a Program Coordinator to lead the Children and Youth Respite Program in Abbotsford. The role involves coordinating caregivers, liaising with families, funders, and staff to ensure safe, effective respite services aligned with Communitas Vision, Mission and Values.

You will manage intake, training, payments, and monitoring, while maintaining records, reporting, and program policies. The position requires flexible hours and strong leadership within a team framework.

Qualifications

• College level degree in Social Services field and/or equivalent training and experience.
• Excellent communication and mediation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to be available for flexible working hours.
• Good computer skills with working knowledge of MS Word/Excel.
• Access to own vehicle for home visits, etc.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, screen (home studies) and contract caregivers for the Children and Youth Respite Program.
• Coordinate training and evaluation of caregivers, ensuring standards are met.
• Mediate and resolve conflicts between families and caregivers.
• Manage transition into respite care with intro meetings, debriefings and visits.
• Oversee documentation, records, and quarterly reporting for the program.

Skills

Communication & mediation

Interpersonal leadership

Organizational skills

Flexible working hours

Vehicle for home visits

Education

College degree in Social Services

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Communitas is seeking a Program Coordinator to lead the Children and Youth Respite Program in Abbotsford. The role involves coordinating caregivers, liaising with families, funders, and staff to ensure safe, effective respite services aligned with Communitas Vision, Mission and Values.

You will manage intake, training, payments, and monitoring, while maintaining records, reporting, and program policies. The position requires flexible hours and strong leadership within a team framework.