Job Description

At

Sage Seniors Association,

a powerful sense of mission influences everything we do.

We want every Edmonton senior to live a full and healthy life, to do as much as they can, as well as they can, for as long as they can.

To do this well, to strive to be the best we can be at it, we need great people who are eager to join that mission.

The

Community Animator

will be responsible for

increasing social participation and engagement for low-resourced and/or isolated seniors through Asset Based Community Development (ABCD)

. They will facilitate supporting the health and well-being of seniors by collaborating with other community programs and resources to

empower seniors to contribute to their communities by connecting them with resources

.

Sage is committed to promoting a community where

all seniors are valued and have the opportunity to live according to their beliefs, abilities, and aspirations.

We employ an anti-racist and anti-oppressive approach across the organization, and work explicitly to combat ageism to

support the holistic well-being of all seniors living in our community.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Experience recruiting and engaging community members; coordinating and facilitating events Post-secondary education and/or lived experience in a well-being related field, such as community development, education, recreation therapy, social work, nursing or occupational therapy Provide Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Community Development experience Proficient communication and collaboration skills Vehicle required; valid Class 5 driver's license and $2 million liability insurance Experience working with older adults and volunteers is an asset Have a clear understanding of inclusive, anti-oppressive practice
This position is a

permanent part-time

(20 hours/week) career opportunity. The starting salary range is between $24.72 - $30.55/hr plus

100%

Employer paid Health & Dental plan and 5% matched Pension plan.

Salary considerations are based on assessment of the successful candidate's education, skills, previous experience and other factors.

Sage offers an outstanding work life balance with 3 weeks of vacation to start plus the last week of December off with pay, and generous sick leave accruals

. Sage also

observes 13 statutory holidays

in the calendar year. Sage is offering great flexibility with

flexible working hours

and a

hybrid working environment

at this time.

For a complete job description, please visit our website: www.MySage.ca

Please submit your cover letter and resumeto:

Jade Allen

Human Resources

Sage Seniors Association, 15 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, AB

Email: hr@mysage.ca

While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.72-$30.55 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Extended health care Flexible schedule Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Work from home
Work Location: In person