Community Wellness Programs Lead

Carefor; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

HOOPP Pension

Health and Dental Benefits

EAP

Professional Development

Work-life Balance

Job summary

Carefor is recruiting a Program Coordinator to coordinate and facilitate engaging programs for clients and caregivers. You will lead wellness-focused activities, draft communications, and build community partnerships to enhance client support.

The role requires post-secondary education in health-related fields, 3+ years of program coordination, and strong communication skills. A bilingual ability is an asset, with HOOPP pension and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Gerontology, Dementia Studies, Recreation Therapy, Social Service Worker, or other health services field
• Certification in Volunteer Coordination an asset
• Food Handlers Certificate an asset
• First Aid and CPR an asset
• Minimum 3 years' experience in program coordination
• Public speaking experience
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and client data base systems (Alaya Care)
• Knowledge of event planning practices and techniques
• Knowledge of marketing and promotional practices
• Knowledge and experience in program planning, facilitation, implementation and evaluation
• Physical ability to perform duties such as standing for long periods, squatting, bending, and lifting heavy objects
• Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively with clients, caregivers, staff, health care professionals, service agencies both verbally and in writing
• Bilingualism (English/French) an asset
• Valid Class G drivers' license and use of own vehicle
• Acceptable Vulnerable Sector Background Check

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, facilitates, and evaluates diversified and meaningful programs with wellness dimensions in mind
• Drafts and prepares communication tools designed to inform and engage clients and volunteers
• Creates a safe and pleasant recreational environment to stimulate participation and creativity
• Develops and fosters community partnerships to further enhance support to clients and program development
• Accesses and utilizes community resources where appropriate
• Liaises with other agencies and individuals from seniors-focused organizations to plan and deliver events
• Collaborates with marketing to promote events and programs
• Organizes supplies, equipment, and resources for the programs
• Effectively communicates and interacts with clients in a courteous and professional manner
• Provides information, coordinates services and/or refers clients/caregivers to other resources
• Initiates and completes the client intake process with guidance from the Centre Leader
• Maintains and updates client and volunteer files in the management system
• Assists with volunteer recruitment, selection, orientation, and training
• Processes client payments, donations, and fundraised money
• Prepares and reconciles bank deposits
• Participates in fundraising activities
• Reviews client billable services and reimbursements
• Ensures compliance with Health and Safety legislation and Carefor policies
• Participates in health and safety training including WHMIS
• Adheres to Carefor standards and confidentiality
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Participates in committees/project work groups

Skills

Program coordination

Public speaking

Event planning

Volunteer recruitment

Communication

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Alaya Care

Budgeting

Team collaboration

Fundraising

Networking

Education

Post-secondary education in Gerontology, Dementia Studies, Recreation Therapy, Social Service Worker or health services field

Tools

Alaya Care

Microsoft Office

Job description

Carefor is recruiting a Program Coordinator to coordinate and facilitate engaging programs for clients and caregivers. You will lead wellness-focused activities, draft communications, and build community partnerships to enhance client support.

The role requires post-secondary education in health-related fields, 3+ years of program coordination, and strong communication skills. A bilingual ability is an asset, with HOOPP pension and comprehensive benefits offered.