Oasis Program Coordinator And Community Connector

Oasis Program Coordinator and Community Connector

Location: Halifax Regional Municipality

Hours: Full time (2-year contract, with the possibility of extension)

Remuneration: $23.50/hour

Benefits:

• Paid vacation (2 weeks)
• Medical/Dental benefits
• Work with a passionate and dedicated team
• Supportive and positive work environment

About the Opportunity:

Do you have a passion for engaging with older adults? Are you someone who fosters and facilitates connections with individuals and groups? Are you a curious, creative self-starter who wants to be involved in a grassroots, national project supporting older adults to age-in place?

Spencer House is a community centre for those 50+ offering activities and services designed to enable older adults to live independently, contribute to their community, and maintain an active lifestyle. As we work to expand opportunities for working with broader demographics, we are thrilled to partner with Queen’s University and local older adults to establish Halifax’s first Oasis Aging-In-Place program.

The Oasis Aging-in-Place program offers recreational and social programs in “Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities” (NORCs) such as apartment buildings with a larger population of older adults. Oasis is founded on three pillars: Preventing social isolation, facilitating better nutrition and promoting physical fitness for members. You can learn more about Oasis here: www.oasis-aging-in-place.com

The Oasis Halifax Program Coordinator and Community Connector will work directly with older adult members in a NORC to establish, implement, and co-coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Halifax Oasis project. They will also collaborate and connect with community partners and staff at other Oasis sites across Canada.

Job Roles and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate Senior-Led Oasis Programs: Coordinate and support senior-led wellness, social connection, and resource programs in collaboration with volunteers and other Oasis staff. Organize events and book space with apartment building staff.
• Administrative Duties: Perform administrative duties, including ordering and maintaining program supplies and equipment.
• Community Engagement and Relationship-Building: Coordinate and maintain multiple stakeholder relationships in consultation with the Oasis Research Team and Spencer House. Work with Oasis members to ensure their active engagement with program development and decision-making. Support the development of an Oasis Network of community resources for seniors.
• Volunteer Management: Assist with recruitment, screening, and support of program volunteers.

Recruit, train, and monitor volunteers.

• Program Implementation: Ensure implementation of programs and activities to address the identified needs of Oasis members. Implementation may include direct involvement in delivering the program (e.g. leading an exercise class), or engaging others to deliver the program (e.g. organizing a guest speaker from the community). Attend and participate in regular Oasis program and team meetings.
• Record Keeping and Data Collection: Assist with monitoring program outcomes and expenses. Provide regular progress reports for the Oasis Research Team.
• Communications: Draft and create program promotional material such as posters, flyers, and event calendars and distribute to Oasis members. Support development of project social media posts as required.
• Assist and Lead Oasis Expansion Activities as Required: Work independently within the guidelines of Spencer House and the Oasis Research Team. Support connections with other potential Oasis sites in the region and the development of Oasis programming at identified sites.
• Other duties: Work as part of the Spencer House team and participate in staff meetings. Undertake other duties as delegated in support of the Oasis project and Spencer House seniors programs and services.

Your fit:

• You see the bigger picture. You have a deep appreciation and respect for including the diverse populations that make up our community and an understanding of the issues facing older adults.
• You love working with people. You have a passion for working with older adults and you bring confidence, open-mindedness, empathy, enthusiasm, and creativity to your interactions. When conflict arises, you approach it with care and diplomacy.
• You are multi-talented. You can hop on a zoom call, follow a recipe, write a report, and make a presentation. (And you’re determined to figure out how to do the other things you don’t know yet.)
• You get things done. You have a proven ability to plan, organize, and implement successful projects because of your strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• You are a natural leader. You have experience in community environments, including group facilitation and Community engagement with seniors.
• You have life experience. Your education and training in community development, social work, recreation, health or health-related sciences, gerontology, occupational therapy, kinesiology, or related field is paired with rich life experiences that have broadened your understanding and enhanced your empathy for the human condition, which include, specifically, experience working with older adults.
• You love working in dynamic environments! You don’t need your own desk and you can make anything work as long as it’s moving towards the overall goal.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and motivation for applying to Allison Davis, Executive Director, at ed@spencerhouse.ca Application deadline is February 15, 2024.

Thank you for applying to work with us. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Spencer House is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $23.50 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Halifax, NS B3J 1C2 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Halifax, NS B3J 1C2: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-02-15