Activity Coordinator

• 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 daytoday concerns from volunteers and participants and promote the program within the community.
  
• Actively promote and participate in fundraising activities as required.
  

Requirements

• Postsecondary education in social services geriatrics gerontology or related field.
  
• 12 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 notforprofit 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 drivers license.
  
• Fully vaccinated against COVID19.
  

Benefits

• InOffice role based in downtown Toronto
  
• Fulltime position
  
• Opportunity to impact the lives of seniors within your community
  
• Opportunity to be influential in meaningful nonforprofit organization