Seniors Social Prescribing - Community Connector

• We are located in beautiful North Vancouver surrounded by forests, walking trails and the ocean; Parkgate Society shares a physical space with Parkgate Community Centre, just up the hill from Deep Cove.
• This is a part-time position, working 10 hours per week, flexible dates & times, ideally split to 2-3 days per week.
• Hourly wage is $25.00.
• Vacation will be paid as a % of wages on each pay.
• Free parking & close to transit and amenities.
• Lots of opportunity to contribute and be part of our vibrant community.

• Connect with medical and health professionals to receive senior participant referrals.
• Interview referred seniors to determine their needs.
• Source and attend seniors’ social programs to determine suitability.
• Navigate and refer participants to local services and programs.
• Monitor participants’ program effectiveness and adjust programming schedule as required.
• Record program data and statistical information to maintain and complete reporting requirements.
• Oversee volunteers’ placements, schedules and performance.
• Build and maintain relationships with program participants and address any questions, suggestions, concerns, and complaints as they arise.
• Assist with the departmental advertising and promotion of seniors programming.
• Participate in learning activities along with other Community Connectors.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities that may arise, based on the needs of the program.

• A second language is considered a strong asset.
• Strong working knowledge and experienced background working in a not-for-profit, particularly in a community based and/or social service organization in programming.
• Specific previous experience working in or with seniors’ programming and services.
• Experience and working knowledge of available community resources within other not for profit organizations in the North Shore specifically for Seniors, would be an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship building and communication skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork, facilitation, public speaking and leadership skills.
• Strong ability to adapt and pivot in a fast-paced environment.
• Personal vehicle available for work, along with a current & clear driver’s license.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively and build strong working relationships with a broad range of program staff, volunteers, not-for-profit or publicly funded groups, agencies and organizations is critical for this role.

• Clear Criminal Records Check for Vulnerable Persons.
• Minimum 19 years of age.
• Valid Standard First Aid Certificate.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Parkgate Community Services Society is a registered, not-for-profit charitable organization providing programs and services to our friends and neighbours at Parkgate Community Centre and satellite locations east of the Seymour River. We provide services to youth and seniors and we operate an extensive child care and family services program. With more than one hundred people on staff over the course of the year, we are a diverse and welcoming team committed to making this a great place to live, work and play. We pride ourselves on being community-driven, community-inspired and community-supported.