Program Coordinator
Top Benefits
About the role
Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association is a non-profit charitable community services agency established since 1976. Our spectrum of services has grown from the delivery of Chinese meals-on-wheels service to a full range of community support services, covering the whole Greater Toronto Area, and York Region.
With a staff of 500 members (including full-time and part-time staff) and the help of a pool of 850 active volunteers, we serve over 15,000 clients a year, including seniors and the physically disabled; 3,000 of whom are "home-bound" and frail.
We are currently seeking a Program Coordinator to join our Community Development / Wellness team.
Terms : Full Time Permanent
Location: Richmond Hill and Scarborough
Responsibilities:
- Support the operations of Seniors Active Living Centre activities
- Process daily program income
- Prepare income & expenditure, instructors payment, cheque requisition requests, monthly statistics reports, etc
- Manage the team's inventory, petty cash, account subscriptions, e.g. Zoom
- Provide appropriate ONSITE and MOBILE cultural and language relevant activities at the centre and seniors' apartments, churches, libraries, and shopping malls in surrounding communities
- Conduct health education workshops to promote healthy aging
- Develop connections with ethno-cultural communities and faith groups through different platforms
- Assist in other Wellness Program activities
Qualifications:
- Degree or Diploma in health, social science or related fields
- Valid First Aid & CPR Certificate is required
- Knowledge of community resources and services
- Excellent customer service with strong interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills to work with people across all organizational levels, both internally and externally
- Demonstrated leadership skills to lead both large and small groups in activities
- Proficient in listening and coaching skills to offer constructive feedback and guidance to volunteers
- High degree of judgement and capacity to maintain confidentiality
- Superior time management and organization skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and Zoom
- Proficient in English; fluency in a second language that reflects the community served, such as Cantonese and/or Mandarin, is an asset
- Occasional evenings and weekends may be required
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for work is an asset
- A valid vulnerable sector police record check completed within one year
Benefits:
- Dental Care
- Extended Health Care
- RRSP match
- Comprehensive Orientation Program
- Training and Education Subsidy
Application Deadline: November 9, 2025
Carefirst is an equal opportunity employer. We are also committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange a reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association
Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association is a non-profit community services agency. Since 1976, we have provided community support, home and personal health care services in a holistic manner to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those with medical needs in the Greater Toronto, and York regions.
With a staff of 500 members and the help of a pool of 1,200 active volunteers, we serve over 7,000 clients a year, including seniors and the physically disabled; 1,500 of whom are "home-bound" and frail.
Program Coordinator
Top Benefits
About the role
Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association is a non-profit charitable community services agency established since 1976. Our spectrum of services has grown from the delivery of Chinese meals-on-wheels service to a full range of community support services, covering the whole Greater Toronto Area, and York Region.
With a staff of 500 members (including full-time and part-time staff) and the help of a pool of 850 active volunteers, we serve over 15,000 clients a year, including seniors and the physically disabled; 3,000 of whom are "home-bound" and frail.
We are currently seeking a Program Coordinator to join our Community Development / Wellness team.
Terms : Full Time Permanent
Location: Richmond Hill and Scarborough
Responsibilities:
- Support the operations of Seniors Active Living Centre activities
- Process daily program income
- Prepare income & expenditure, instructors payment, cheque requisition requests, monthly statistics reports, etc
- Manage the team's inventory, petty cash, account subscriptions, e.g. Zoom
- Provide appropriate ONSITE and MOBILE cultural and language relevant activities at the centre and seniors' apartments, churches, libraries, and shopping malls in surrounding communities
- Conduct health education workshops to promote healthy aging
- Develop connections with ethno-cultural communities and faith groups through different platforms
- Assist in other Wellness Program activities
Qualifications:
- Degree or Diploma in health, social science or related fields
- Valid First Aid & CPR Certificate is required
- Knowledge of community resources and services
- Excellent customer service with strong interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills to work with people across all organizational levels, both internally and externally
- Demonstrated leadership skills to lead both large and small groups in activities
- Proficient in listening and coaching skills to offer constructive feedback and guidance to volunteers
- High degree of judgement and capacity to maintain confidentiality
- Superior time management and organization skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and Zoom
- Proficient in English; fluency in a second language that reflects the community served, such as Cantonese and/or Mandarin, is an asset
- Occasional evenings and weekends may be required
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for work is an asset
- A valid vulnerable sector police record check completed within one year
Benefits:
- Dental Care
- Extended Health Care
- RRSP match
- Comprehensive Orientation Program
- Training and Education Subsidy
Application Deadline: November 9, 2025
Carefirst is an equal opportunity employer. We are also committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange a reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association
Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association is a non-profit community services agency. Since 1976, we have provided community support, home and personal health care services in a holistic manner to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those with medical needs in the Greater Toronto, and York regions.
With a staff of 500 members and the help of a pool of 1,200 active volunteers, we serve over 7,000 clients a year, including seniors and the physically disabled; 1,500 of whom are "home-bound" and frail.