Casual​/On-Call Seniors Resource Connector

The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC (ANHBC) builds healthy and engaged neighbourhoods by connecting people and strengthening their capacity to create change.

ANHBC is the legal entity and umbrella organization made up of eight neighbourhood houses, an outdoor camp and central services. We operate more than 300 community-based programs and services for a diversity of participants. At ANHBC, we are committed to Reconciliation, Decolonization and Anti-racism. Together with community, we build strong and supportive relationships at welcoming and inclusive sites throughout Metro Vancouver.

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ANHBC is currently seeking qualified candidates who share ANHBC’s values to join our Kitsilano Neighbourhood House team. Neighbourhood houses are highly collaborative with a strong team framework. The right people for these positions are passionate about community development, social justice, and are values-aligned with our organization.

KNH is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated team member for the role of Seniors Resource Connector.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with seniors, creative, an effective multi-tasker,
and both a team player and independent worker. In this role, you will assist the Seniors Program team,
help connect seniors to essential resources, and contribute to the development and delivery of
community programming for older adults. You will join a committed team of community-focused
specialists working to build a stronger, more connected community with our local seniors. This is part of
our ongoing effort to make Vancouver’s diverse Westside a sustainable, healthy, and thriving
community for all.
The position reports to the Seniors and Housing Coordinator and is responsible for helping develop and
implement programs that support the community and its residents.

• Provide a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment
• Build trusting relationships with older adults using a person-centred approach.
• Engage seniors in programs and activities that promote wellness, social connection, and aging in
  place.
• Assess individual needs, develop wellness plans, provide referrals, and conduct follow-ups.
• Assist the Information and Resources services and maintain knowledge of community resources
  and benefits.
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate programs that respond to seniors’ and community needs.
• Build partnerships with community organizations, health-care providers, and other service
  agencies.
• Conduct outreach and develop promotional materials and presentations.
• Recruit, train, support, and supervise volunteers and students.
• Maintain participant records, statistics, reports, newsletters, resource lists, and other program
  documentation.
• Participate in community collaborations, organizational events, staff meetings, and training.

• Degree in social services, gerontology, health coaching, social work, or a related field, or an
  equivalent combination of education, training, and practicum experience.
• Minimum two years of experience working with seniors and diverse populations, preferably in
  community, social-service, or health-care settings.
• Strong knowledge of healthy aging, seniors’ issues, social determinants of health, and relevant
  community resources.
• Experience providing outreach, facilitating group discussions, supervising volunteers, and
  developing community partnerships.
• Strong relationship-building, active listening, coaching, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution skills.
• Commitment to trauma-informed practice, equity, cultural humility, inclusion, and adaptability.
• Ability to…