Job Description

POSITION TITLE:

Program Coordinator I

CLASSIFICATION:

Program Coordinator I

GRID LEVEL:

12

PROGRAM:

Better @ Home & Square 1 for Seniors

REPORTS TO:

Department Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The Coordinator will:

Plan, implement and oversee the day-to-day activities of the program and its volunteers

Assess the needs of seniors that are referred to the program

Develop a plan to connect seniors with existing services in the community which include, advocacy, non-medical supports, nutrition/food securities, social/recreational connections and growth

QUALIFICATIONS:

a diploma in a related human/social service field

two years recent, related experience, including volunteer management experience, or

an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

Excellent verbal and written communication

Good public presentation skills

Tact and diplomacy

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good problem solving skills

Ability to work independently

Working knowledge of Excel, Word and e-mail programs

Ability to work with diverse cultures

Valid driver's license

RESPONSIBILITIES:

understand the day to day activities of the program

recruit, screen, interview and select volunteers

orient and train volunteers for the program

assess the volunteer's skills and match them to placement opportunities

place, supervise and evaluate the program volunteers

oversee the volunteer program, review program procedures and recommend changes to enhance the program

coordinate a rewards/recognition program and special events for volunteers

consult with community groups and professionals to identify needs and trends of the community

maintain contact with community groups to promote interest, participation and support of the program

develop promotional materials

maintain program statistics and reports

maintain records of volunteer placements and hours, and other information as required

act as a liaison between the Program Coordinator, volunteers and clients

conduct intake interviews with seniors

perform other related duties as required to ensure success of the program

HOURS OF WORK:

21 hours per week, flexible to meet program needs.

RATE OF PAY:

$29.17, As per the Collective Agreement

CLOSING DATE:

August 1, 2025

SUBMIT RESUMES TO:

Tallulah McCullough, Human Resource Coordinator

P.O. Box 713 (10110 - 13th Street)

DAWSON CREEK, BC, V1G 4H7

Fax: (250) 782-4167

E-mail: humanresources@spcrs.ca

Please include competition

#2068

with resume

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

This position requires union membership

This position is open to female and male applicants

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $29.17 per hour

Expected hours: 21 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:

Dawson Creek, BC V1G 3P8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

DCS / DEC (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-01