Community Resource Coordinator

Reporting directly to the Director of Community Services, the Community Resource Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating wellness programs and services that promote the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of senior adults within the community. This role involves collaboration with health professionals, community organizations, and senior participants to ensure inclusive and effective wellness initiatives.

**Primary Responsibilities**

**Program Development & Coordination**:

- Design and coordinate wellness programs, including fitness classes, nutrition workshops, mental health support, volunteer driving program, volunteer income tax program, monthly foot clinics, and chronic disease management.
- Organize social and recreational activities that enhance community engagement and reduce isolation among seniors.
- Organize, recruit and retain volunteers as required for programs and services.

**Volunteer Management**:

- Recruit, train, and retain volunteers to support program and service delivery.

**Community Engagement**:

- Serve as a liaison between seniors, caregivers, health providers, and community organizations.
- Conduct outreach to increase participation and engagement in wellness programs.

**Health Education & Support**:

- Organize educational materials and host workshops on aging-related topics such as fall prevention, medication management, and cognitive health.
- Monitor participant progress and provide referrals to health services as needed.

**Administrative Duties**:

- Maintain records of participant attendance and program outcomes.
- Prepare reports, record monthly program and service stats, track budgets, and assist in grant writing.

**Evaluation & Improvement**:

- Collect feedback and assess the effectiveness of programs and services.
- Adjust strategies based on senior needs and evolving best practices in senior wellness.
- Other duties as required or assigned.

**Position Qualifications**
- Post-secondary education in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Work or related field or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be considered.
- 2+ years of experience in senior services, health promotion, or community programming.
- Experience in staff/volunteer supervision.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of aging-related health and wellness issues.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Valid Manitoba Driver’s License.
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Criminal Reference Check (or willingness to obtain).
- Valid driver’s license & access to personal vehicle.

**Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter by 4:00pm, July 4, 2025**:
RM of Springfield

Attention: Human Resource Department

“Community Resource Coordinator”

Box 219, Oakbank, Manitoba R0E 1J0

Phone: (204) 444-3321

The Municipality of Springfield is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the recruiting process. Please advise the Human Resources Department if you require any accommodation to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment process. The Municipality of Springfield is a scent sensitive environment, and we ask all applicants to refrain from wearing scents should they attend our offices.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $29.08 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-04