Community Programmer - Term ( 12 months ) Part Time - Days - Victoria County

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As Atlantic Canada's largest not-for-profit continuing care organization, we are a dynamic team of change makers, problem-solvers, and compassionate professionals who believe in the power of connection.

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Responsibilities:

Reporting to: Manager, Community Development and Support Rural Sites

• Provides program coordination support for Cluster Care in Victoria County
• Develops and maintains community relationships
• Implements and evaluates programs and services for Cluster Care in Victoria County
• Develops internal and external relationships to promote the program
• Supports implementation of Cluster Care programs and activities based on needs, interests and capabilities of participants
• Works closely with other Cluster Care staff and contractors
• Coordinates volunteer assignments within Cluster Care
• Develops and maintains communication links with multiple internal and external clients
• Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of departmental goals and objectives
• Ensures that the needs of participants are anticipated and satisfied
• Assists in the development of promotional materials relating to the programs and events of Community Connections
• Assists with administrative support needs of Cluster Care
• Provides callers, participants, clients and staff with appropriate assistance and information
• Participates as a member of the team in planning and operations of Community Wellness
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Post secondary education in a related discipline
• Completed courses in Gerontology, Health Promotion, Kinesiology or Recreation are considered an asset
• Minimum one year experience in providing planning, implementing and evaluatibg recreation programs ina community based setting is a stront asset
• Previous experience working directly with seniors or at risk population is considered a strong asset

Hours: 40 Hours Biweekly (8 Hour Shifts )

Effective: December 1, 2026

To learn more about Northwood please visit our website www.nwood.ns.ca or Victoria County website : https://www.vchss.ca/

Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Victoria County Home Support is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only selected applicants for an interview will be contacted.