SA Program Outreach Facilitator

• Conducting outreach at Gurdwaras, temples, community organizations, assembly halls, recreation/cultural spaces and at local events
• Identifying and recruiting caregivers (55+) to join the program
• Networking and building relationships with caregivers and key stakeholders to strengthen partnerships
• Providing information sessions to volunteers and caregivers to assist in providing support to seniors
• Organizing and leading weekly group sessions for program participants
• Tracking data on events and activities, collecting feedback, and producing reports
• Creating a welcoming, safe, and engaging environment for seniors
• Supporting group discussions and activities
• Providing resources to support program activities (e.g., information about power of attorney, elderly law clinics, Red Cross medical equipment loans, Better at Home)
• Arranging guest speakers for weekly events and activities
• Coordinating the volunteer schedule and supervising volunteers
• Setting up and preparing the meeting space on a weekly basis and tidying up the space afterward

• A certificate, diploma or degree in a related field or an acceptable combination of training and/or experience
• Experience in planning and organizing activities and/or events
• Experience working with databases to input and track data and create reports
• Must be fluent in both English and Punjabi (spoken is essential and written is preferred)
• Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s License
• Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED
• Strong knowledge of community resources and community partners in the Abbotsford area
• Fluency in both English and Punjabi (spoken essential and written preferred)
• Comfortability speaking with seniors and community members
• Ability to travel within the community to outreach locations
• Ability to be friendly, approachable, patient, reliable, trustworthy, and mindful of diverse cultures
• Skills with Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook
• Ability to use databases to input data and generate reports
• Good record keeping skills
• Skills in facilitating and communicating and presenting information to a variety of audiences in a clear, concise, and effective way
• Ability to provide feedback and coaching to volunteers
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends
• The requirement to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Records Check
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Experience working with seniors or community groups is an asset but not required

• Great in-house training opportunities
• Access to online wellness resources including newsletters, physical health videos, and wellness events
• Free use of Archway’s wellness equipment
• Business insurance and associated mileage costs for program-related driving is covered by Archway
• Rewarding work in a positive and supportive environment
• Work/life balance