Seniors Program Assistant

Parkgate Community Services Society; District of North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks paid vacation

Employee benefits

Professional development allowance

Free parking

Transit close by

Job summary

Parkgate Community Services Society is seeking a dedicated Seniors Program Assistant to coordinate and deliver our Seniors social programs in North Vancouver. You will help plan and run activities, coordinate the community bus for events, and contribute to growing senior programming to improve community connection.

The role requires strong interpersonal and leadership skills, experience with not-for-profit programming, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Food Safe certification is required for service delivery.
• Criminal Records check clearance is required.
• First Aid certificate is required.
• Experience in not-for-profit or community programming is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of Seniors' social programs and monitor effectiveness.
• Ensure rooms are set up to serve programming and participant needs.
• Ensure proper room take-down and health and safety compliance.
• Build and maintain relationships with program participants and address questions or concerns.
• Assist with advertising and promotion of Seniors programming.
• Grow evening programming for older adults and assist in new program planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Food Safe certification

Criminal Records check

First Aid certification

Job description

Seniors Program Assistant

The Opportunity:

The Seniors Program Assistant will coordinate and assist in the day-to-day operations and delivery of our Seniors social programs and services, including coordinating the community bus for various Parkgate Society events and programs. This position is an integral part of the Seniors team and works to execute specialty programming and to grow our Senior's community. The Seniors Program Assistant will contribute to the overall effectiveness and success of our services for Seniors, helping them to feel better connected to the community so they can live life better.

Contract Details:

• A full-time permanent position, working 35 hours per week, primarily Monday thru Friday.
• Hourly wage is $23.00 – 25.00 per hour.
• Three (3) weeks paid vacation, employee benefits & a professional development allowance is included, plus free parking, transit close by.
• Lots of opportunity to contribute and be part of our vibrant community.

We are located in beautiful North Vancouver surrounded by forests, walking trails and the ocean. Parkgate Society shares a physical space with Parkgate Community Centre, just up the hill from Deep Cove.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the delivery of Seniors' social programs; monitor program effectiveness and adjust programming content as required.
• Ensuring rooms are set-up to serve the programming and participant needs.
• Ensure proper room take-down and clean-up is done in accordance with current health and safety requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with Seniors program participants and address any questions, suggestions, concerns when they arise.
• Assist with the advertising and promotion of Seniors programming at Parkgate.
• Grow evening programming for young Seniors.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of new programs and events.
• Connect with vulnerable populations to offer assistance.
• Perform duties and responsibilities that arise, based on the needs of the program.

Position Requirements:

• Food Safe certification.
• Criminal Records check clearance.
• Valid safety oriented First Aid certificate.
• Strong working knowledge and experience working in a not-for-profit, particularly in a community based and/or social service organization in programming.
• Specific previous experience working in or with seniors' programming and services.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship building and communication skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork, facilitation, public speaking and leadership skills.
• Strong ability to adapt and pivot in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Critical to the role is the strong ability to work effectively and build strong working relationships with a broad range of program staff, volunteers, not-for-profit or publicly funded groups and agencies.

Who Are We?

Parkgate Community Services Society is a registered, not-for-profit charitable organization providing programs and services to our friends and neighbors at Parkgate Community Centre, Seymour Youth Centre and the new Lynn Creek Community Centre, and various other locations on the North Shore.

With a vision of a vibrant, connected community, Parkgate Society creates opportunities for people in our community to live life better. We are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming environment where all community members feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from diverse communities, including people of color, Indigenous peoples, individuals with disabilities, and people of any sexual orientation or gender Identity.