Seniors Community Connector #2024-032
Location: Based in Vanderhoof, serving Fraser Lake, BC and Fort St. James as needed
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, with some evenings and weekends as required for programming.
Posting Date: August 9, 2024,
Closing Date: Until Filled
Start Date: As Soon as Possible
Salary: $29.17 – $33.49/hour as per CSSEA & CSSBA Collective Agreement (Grid Level 12)
Job Summary
The Seniors Community Connector works with older adults who are referred from Health Care Professionals and community partners. Connects with community supports and services through referrals, applications, advocacy, and introductions. Develops individual plans for older adults who require extra support, provides assessments, and non-medical support to improve the overall health and well-being of older adults in our communities. Supports individuals and families in making older adult’s care decisions. Supports and coordinates the services of older adults and other community service providers to facilitate the inclusion of older adults who require extra support.
Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in social service or related Human Service field.
• A minimum of two (2) year experience recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Strong knowledge of seniors’ issues and challenges related to healthy aging.
• Must be sensitive to and respectful of cultural differences, differences in socio-economic status and lifestyle diversity. Must be non-judgmental.
• Knowledge of relevant socio-historical events relevant to Indigenous culture.
• Intermediate Computer Skills (moderate understanding of operating systems, word processing, graphics, spreadsheets, databases)

Required:

• Valid class 5 driver’s license & satisfactory drivers abstract
• Criminal Record Check clearance
• This position requires union membership

Our Commitment to You:
We make significant investments in our people, which is why we take great care to hire those who we believe will thrive at Connexus. As a Connexus Team member, you can expect to be treated with dignity and respect, to be challenged with your work, and to have the autonomy necessary to excel. Our progressive and unique culture sets us apart and provides:

• Benefits for full-time: Extended Health, Dental, Pension Plan, Paid Sick Days, LTD, Vacation 3 weeks + more
• Interesting and relevant training and development opportunities
• Connexus is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $29.17-$33.49 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vanderhoof, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Are you a Canadian citizen or legally entitled to work in Canada?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Social Services: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (preferred)

Work Location: In person