Program Coordinator, LEGHO - Temporary, Full-time

Requisition Details

Employment Status : Temporary, Full-time (1.0 FTE)

Program Name : LEGHO

Number of Hours Bi-Weekly : 75

Work Schedule : Days

On Call : Yes

Anticipated End Date : March 2026

Existing Vacancy : Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.

Job Summary

The Coordinator is responsible for providing support to the Manager(s) and for providing leadership and coordination of the day-to-day operations within the framework of VON philosophy, policies, procedures, standards and quality management. The Coordinator will be working closely with Elgin Community Partners, including local hospitals and Home and Community Care Support Services, to implement and run the Let's Go Home program.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures the provision of cost-effective client services and programs.
• Assesses clients for service needs, monitors service delivery and contributes to the development, evaluation and promotion of the program.
• Develops and implements program plans to meet department needs.
• Manages volunteers and staff within the program, taking the lead in volunteer orientation, training and in-services within the framework of VON Quality Management standards.
• Maintains regular engagement with clients and other health partners to ensure programs meet community needs.
• Functions as a primary support contact between clients, health professionals, community support and internal team members.
• Tracks and reports the result of program plans and team efforts on a timely basis to the relevant supervisor and internal stakeholders.
• Supports financial accountability within assigned programs by maintaining program budgets.
• Creates and prepares financial and statistical trending reports VON and funder obligations and for program analysis.
• Completes Disaster and Emergency Drills according to VON Disaster & Emergency program / policy.
• Plans and participates in multi-disciplinary meetings as required.
• Practices in accordance with the quality and risk management framework of VON Canada and Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
• Participates in health and safety training including WHMIS and applies this knowledge in the workplace.
• Ensures all workplace incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation and VON policies and procedures for workplace injuries and incidents.

Common Responsibilities

External and Internal Relationships

Education, Designations and Experience

Skill Requirements

Other

Working conditions and physical demands

This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.

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