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Volunteer and Community Coordinator

by Middlesex County

Position Type: Contract
Location: Strathroy, ON
Date Posted: May 24, 2024
Experience: 2 Years
Middlesex County

Job Description

About Strathmere Lodge
Strathmere Lodge is a not-for-profit, long-term care home that is owned by Middlesex County. Opened in 2006, this facility sits on a five-acre site on the outskirts of Strathroy. The home provides care to 160 residents in accordance with Ontario legislation and standards established and monitored by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

Position Overview
Under the general direction of the Manager of Resident Programs and Support Services, the Volunteer and Community Coordinator will be responsible for the recruiting, training, and scheduling of volunteers and community groups. The Volunteer and Community Coordinator will ensure volunteers and community groups have a positive and meaningful experience while contributing to the well-being of the residents. The Volunteer and Community Coordinator will serve as a liaison between volunteers, community groups, educational institutions and the organization, ensuring effective communication and coordination.

Please note that this is a temporary, part-time position for up to one year with the possibility of extension. This position will consist of 37.5 hours bi-weekly.

Qualifications
  • 2-year post-secondary diploma in Volunteer Management, Recreation/Leisure studies or related field.
  • Two (2) years of previous experience in volunteer management, preferably in a long-term care home setting.
  • Ability to work effectively independently and as a member of a team in a busy and dynamic environment.
  • Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with volunteers, management, staff and the general public.
  • Must have strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to maintain interpersonal relationships and build positive community networks.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends, as required.
  • Ability to handle, manage and secure confidential and sensitive information and to exercise and apply discretion, tact and sound judgement when handling such information.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Valid Driver’s licence with a driver’s abstract that is clean and free of any infractions, and access to a vehicle.
  • Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening and completion of TB testing that is satisfactory to Strathmere Lodge/Middlesex County.
Additional details and a full job description are available at www.middlesex.ca.

Working at Strathmere Lodge
At Strathmere Lodge, you will have a chance to make an impact in your everyday work and build lasting relationships. We offer a culture that values inclusion, diversity, and employee development. We invest in our people to help them leverage their strengths to achieve their career aspirations. Join our team and build a rewarding career in a progressive workplace that fosters leadership.

What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation: the pay rate for this position is $32.26 to $37.74 per hour for 37.5 hours bi-weekly plus 13% for pay in lieu of benefits
  • Ability to participate in the OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System) pension plan
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Ongoing training and development
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume by email to hr@middlesex.ca by 4:30 p.m. on June 7, 2024.

We welcome all interested candidates to apply. If you do not meet every qualification in the job description but your skills and experience align well with the role, we encourage you to consider applying. You may be the right candidate we are looking for with this role or other roles at Middlesex County.

Accommodations
Middlesex County is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview, please advise us of any accommodations that may be required. This information will be treated confidentially and only used for the purpose of providing an accessible recruitment experience.

Additional Information
We thank all applicants who apply, but only those applicants to be interviewed will be acknowledged. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for candidate selection purposes only.