May 14 2025
The Prince George Council of Seniors is hiring for the following position:
Compassionate Dementia Inclusive Communities Program Coordinator (CDIC- Community Partner)
Reports to: Community Programs Team Lead (Hospice), Friends and Family Caregiver Support Program Coordinator (PGCOS), Executive Director (PGCOS).
Current Incumbent: 1-year term.
Wage: $25.18 an hour.
Start date: As soon as possible.
ROLE DESCRIPTION: The Compassionate Dementia- Inclusive Community Program Coordinator is a full-time position which lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of a dementia-friendly initiative that fosters awareness, inclusivity, and accessibility for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. This role is pivotal in building partnerships, engaging communities and delivering person-centred programs that reduce stigma and promote social inclusion.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Program development & Launch: design and implement the Compassionate Dementia- Inclusive Community (CDIC) Program from the ground up.
- Develop a strategic program framework with Collaboration with program partners.
- including goals, timelines, evaluation tools, and impact metrics.
- Lead the creation of inclusive engagement materials and educational resources.
- To recruit, train and retain volunteers for the CDIC program.
- Intake caregivers of those living with dementia.
- Provide support to caregivers of those living with dementia.
- Participate in, and co-plan, community events.
- Participate in community café at project end.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Member of PGHPCS Advisory Committee.
- Attend biweekly meetings with UBC, and other CDIC sites.
- Reporting of program activities monthly to PGHPCS.
- Regular meetings with PGHPCS.
- Participate in evaluation with UBC.
FUNCTIONAL REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
THE CDIC Program Coordinator reports to their FFCSP Coordinator at Prince George
Council of Seniors and works in partnership with PGHPCS.
Qualification and Competencies
Required Education and Experience:
- Degree/Diploma in Social work, or related field (i.e. Healthcare, Psychology, Geriatrics),
- related experience in grief/palliative care. Experience in working with seniors and/or seniors living with dementia will be considered.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle.
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to facilitate and coordinate programs.
- Experience with volunteer recruitment and supervision.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team based decision-making environment.
- Self-directed, self aware, and professional.
- Compassionate care provider and leader.
- Proficiency in MS office, Google workspace and other virtual meeting platforms.
PREFFERED ASSETS:
- Familiarity with Dementia- friendly community’s model.
- Lived experience as a caregiver or support worker.
- Previous experience working in a nonprofit or social service setting.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter via email to: ed@pgcos.ca Attention: Malhar R. Kendurkar.
No phone calls, please. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Prince George Council of Seniors
1330 5th Ave, Prince George, BC, V2L 3L4
Web: www.pgcos.ca