Day Program Coordinator (22.5 hours/wk)

Wallaceburg Location

The Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent is a non-profit organization with the following mission:  To improve the quality of life of people affected by Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias through superior programs and research.

Responsibilities

  • Reports directly to the Day Program Manager.
  • To oversee the day to day provision of service to clients attending the Day Program as well as to their caregivers.
  • To aid the Day Program Manager in assessing the ongoing eligibility of clients for the program.
  • To aid clients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
  • To aid in the ongoing evaluation of programming to ensure it meets individual client’s needs.
  • To aid volunteers and students in the implementation of the program.
  • Program planning for clients
  • To aid with meal organization.

Requirements

  • Represent the Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent in a polite, confidential, empathetic and helpful manner to both external clients and staff
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
  • A solid understanding and application of confidentiality
  • Current First Aid Certificate
  • Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation training

Qualifications

  • Post Secondary School degree (recommended) or diploma in activation or recreation
  • Knowledge and work experience in the field of Gerontology, specifically with those affected by Alzheimer disease or a related dementia.
  • Advanced knowledge of various computer applications (Office 2007) and Internet Explorer

To Apply:

Please send cover letter and resume by April 23, 2012 to:

Jana Murphy, Manager- Day Programs

jmurphy@alzheimerchathamkent.ca

Please include “Wallaceburg Day Program Coordinator” in the subject line of your email.

Applications will be accepted by email only.  Do not follow up with an original.  We thank all that are applying.  Only those eligible for an interview will be contacted.