Seniors Worker

Seniors Worker – Short-term Contract

SUMMARY:

1. To coordinate, plan, promote & implement programs, special events & activities for seniors based on project outlines (programming & special events/activities).
2. To provide program outreach.
3. To assist with the development of Centre’s seniors’ programs, activities and events.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan and operate under the supervision of the Manager, Community Development the seniors’ programs, special events and activities for seniors and their families.

To develop and implement educational and culturally relevant programs and activities for seniors that will, reduce social isolation, by increasing Peer to Peer Engagement opportunities, increase seniors Volunteer Engagement and capacity, Promote Healthy aging, develop and learning more about issues affecting seniors in the Waterfront community and increasing seniors leadership skills and autonomy, increase access to cultural programming, increase participation in decision-making process and build a sense of community among the families of the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre.

Responsible for the design and implementation activities based on individual and group needs and interests.

To assist in community development and outreach and to act as a resource to community and families as they seek to identify their needs and to develop resources to meet these needs on an ongoing basis.

To assist seniors and their families in accessing multiple services, support, resources and to maintain active linkages with other resource centers and organizations.

To facilitate community involvement, civic engagement and encourage volunteers and seniors to assist in the programs and activities.

To develop, support and evaluate leadership training opportunities and other creative skill-building activities for seniors and their families.

To provide regular program reports and evaluations, documentation for all serious encounters.

Arrives for scheduled shifts on time.

Promote the Centre’s Activities.

Performs other program related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Experience working with seniors from diverse backgrounds.
• Certification or training in seniors’ issues or related human service discipline or combination or equivalent related education and professional experience. Gerontology Certification is an asset.
• Experience in working with seniors and families and demonstrated commitment to a community-based approach to service delivery.
• Extensive understanding of social, political, and economic issues that impact individuals across different genders and generations.
• Familiarity with cultural competency principles and best practices for working effectively with diverse populations.
• Proven ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of related community services.
• Creative ability and understanding of seniors, behavior management, program planning and group facilitation.
• Coaching Certification is an asset.
• Ability to work well with volunteers and parents and encouraging senior’s input.
• Vulnerable Sector Screening – Police Reference Check.
• CPR and First Aid are assets.

 

Salary Scale: $22.06/hr.

Hours: 35 hours per week Wage Grade 4 - Step 1

Start Date: As soon as possible. End Date: June 19^th, 2026.

This position is a unionized position with CUPE Local 2998

 

Deadline for application: January 26, 2026.

Please send resume to:

Program Worker – Seniors Programs Hiring Committee
627 Queen’s Quay West, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G3
Fax: 416 392-1512
Email: jobs@waterfrontnc.ca
CC: gaby@waterfrontnc.ca

Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre is an equal opportunity employer.  Only applicants selected for the interview will be contacted.

Please note that all applicants are encouraged to provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Applicants who provide an email address may receive their written correspondence with respect to this job posting directly to the email address provided with their application. As an applicant, it is your responsibility to ensure that you check your email regularly to receive this correspondence.

 

In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the City of Toronto’s Accommodation Policy, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. If you are an individual with a disability and you need accommodation in applying for this position, please email us at: jobs@waterfrontnc.ca , quoting the job title.