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- Organize and facilitate weekly social gatherings and program activities (socialization groups, Christmas gift wrapping, volunteer events, birthday parities, etc.).
- Plan, implement, and evaluate activity plans tailored to participant needs, ensuring safety and seamless operation.
- Develop monthly activity calendars with participant input and collaborate on special events and outings.
- Oversee setup and cleanup for events, with volunteers providing support.
- Coordinate monthly activities, birthday parties, and grocery shopping for snacks, with volunteer assistance.
- Monitor participant attendance, interactions, and safety, addressing conflicts or crises as they arise.
- Manage program resources, including supplies and expenditures, and conduct evaluations for continuous improvement.
- Supervise and provide feedback to volunteers, ensuring adequate support and satisfaction.
- Resolve day-to-day concerns from volunteers and participants, and promote the program within the community.
- Actively promote and participate in fundraising activities, as required.
- College Diploma in Recreation or Activation or equivalent in social services, geriatrics, gerontology, or related field.
- 1-2 years of experience working with seniors and/or persons with disabilities.
- Demonstrated experience in program planning and development specifically tailored for seniors.
- Excellent skills in implementing and evaluating activities with cultural appropriateness and sensitivity to participants' needs.
- Experience in leading volunteer teams toward common goals within a programmatic context.
- Ability to facilitate groups while effectively maintaining a positive and inclusive environment.
- Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
- Previous experience in the not-for-profit sector is an asset.
- Knowledge of social services community resources.
- Strong written and oral English communication skills; additional languages considered an asset.
- Access to a vehicle with a valid driver's license.
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
- In-Office role based in downtown Toronto
- 1-yeear contract - 25 hours per week
- Base salary of $24,700
- Opportunity to impact the lives of seniors within your community
- Opportunity to be influential in meaningful non-for-profit organization
Activity Coordinator - Toronto, Canada - The Leadership Agency
Description
Our client is a non-profit compassionate organization established in 1981, dedicated to brightening the lives of isolated seniors within the Greater Toronto Area. Through skilled volunteer pairing, they provide companionship, support, and dignity, combating social isolation with programs tailored to fostering lasting connections and well-being.