Health and Home Care Society of BC
Meals on Wheels Service Coordinator
- Excluded Position
- Full-Time Monday to Friday 8am – 4pm
About Us:
The Health and Home Care Society of BC (Care BC) is an independent, BC-based not-for-profit organization committed to providing high-quality healthcare services. Our mission is to promote health and deliver supportive care services to communities throughout British Columbia.
We operate a range of charitable programs, including Meals on Wheels, the Community Integration Project, and the upcoming Family Respite Centre in North Vancouver. Our dedicated staff and volunteers are essential to our success and the fulfillment of our mission.
Position Overview:
The Meals on Wheels Service Coordinator supports the Meals on Wheels Program serving the North Shore, Vancouver, and Richmond areas. This role works closely with the team and is well suited to an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who enjoys contributing to a not-for-profit organization and giving back to the community.
Key Responsibilities:
· Support the administrative and volunteer activities associated with the home delivery of hot meals to clients.
· Coordinate scheduling activities, including daily adjustments when needed.
· Provide guidance and support to volunteers on meal pick-up, delivery and scheduling matters.
Qualifications:
· Post-secondary diploma or degree in human resource management, social or community services, nutrition, gerontology, nursing or related discipline.
· 1 – 2 years experience working with seniors or in a social or community services setting or in volunteer and/ or client management.
· Administrative experience in scheduling such as home support or volunteer and/ or client scheduling &/or personal volunteer experience working in the community.
· Class 5 valid driver's license, safe driver's record and access to a vehicle during working hours required.
Skills and Abilities:
· Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, public relations, problem solving and customer service skills required.
· Proven organizational, planning and coordinating skills.
· Ability to be self-directed and follow through on assigned responsibilities.
· Demonstrated competency in written and oral English.
· Demonstrated competency in written and oral Mandarin and Cantonese an asset.
· Demonstrated computer skills that include, Word, Excel and database management.
· Availability for statutory holidays (Boxing Day & Easter Monday).
· Physical capability to perform the duties required of the position.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary $25.36 - $33.28 per hour
- 37.5-hour work week
- Employer paid group benefits
- Participation in the Municipal Pension Plan
- Easy commute with bus stops nearby or free street parking
The working location is at 15th Avenue & Granville Street, Vancouver, BC.
Working at Care BC:
We are stronger by acknowledging the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings to the team. We are committed to recruiting, maintaining, and growing a diverse workforce representing the communities we are pleased to serve. Accommodation will be provided upon request during the selection process. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, collaborative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
Care Society of BC operates on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəyəm (Musqueam), Sḵwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
How to Apply:
Visit our website at www.carebc.ca for more information.
Email your resume and cover letter to Human Resources at [email protected]. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
Pay: $25.36-$33.28 per hour
Work Location: In person
