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Become a Member
Stay connected to the events and activities of Hornby Denman Health, and show your support with an annual membership. This also entitles you to a vote at our AGM. Memberships are $5 and available at our main office, or select ‘membership’ on our online donation portal. Choose ‘automatic renewal’ to keep your membership up to date automatically.
Volunteer and Join Our Team
We love and appreciate our volunteers! There are many opportunities to become involved - driving people to appointments, helping at a fundraising event, or participating in one of our committees. Your voice matters in your community, and you are a valuable link in our chain of care.
Please contact our Care Coordinator at (250) 792-5889 or email Care Coordinator for more information.
Employment Opportunities
Seniors Day Program Coordinator - Hornby Island
We are hiring a Coordinator for our Elder Connections day program on Hornby Island. This program supports older adults to remain independent in their homes and active in their communities. Part of a provincial Healthy Aging program, this program aims to promote seniors’ social well-being, delay use of health services and provide respite to caregivers. The day program is held once a week and includes proactive outreach to check-in on participant well-being and arrange transportation if required, a mix of physical, educational, creative and social activities, and a nutritious meal at a low cost to participants. An additional day of programming will be added this year.
The Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day activities of the program including:
● planning, coordinating and supervising services,
● working with the Seniors Program Manager to train and supervise staff, volunteers and contractors,
● collecting and tracking data required for reporting, and
● participating in the provincial community of practice and quality assurance activities in collaboration with Healthy Aging BC and UBC.
The successful applicant will be organized, personable, reliable, and a supportive team leader. They will have training in therapeutic recreation and/or geriatric services, and/or a related field, and/or equivalent related experience.
This position is part time, approximately 16-18 hours per week and it is eligible for the Society’s benefit plan. Hourly starting rate is $26.25/hour. Position to start immediately. Full job description below.
To apply please submit a resume and cover letter to jane@hornbydenmanhealth.com indicating the position you are applying for.
Closing date for applications is May 14th, 2025
Hornby Denman Health encourages applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds and of differing abilities.
Job Description Seniors Day Program Coordinator
In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, the Seniors Day Program Coordinators report to and work closely with the Program Manager to implement this weekly program. This program supports older adults to remain independent in their homes and active in their communities. Part of a provincial Healthy Aging program, this program aims to promote seniors’ social well-being, delay use of health services and provide respite to caregivers. The program is one or two days per week on each island. The program includes proactive outreach to check in on participant well-being and arrange transportation if required, a mix of physical, educational, creative and social activities, and a nutritious meal at a low cost to participants. There is one Program Coordinator for each island and while each focuses on implementation of the program in that community, they also regularly collaborate on program delivery, and cover for each other during absences.
KEY DUTIES:
● Assist with the design and delivery of program activities,
● Recruit, asses, and monitor the needs of program participants, providing outreach as required to connect with vulnerable and isolated seniors,
● Assist with recruiting, screening, training and supervising of other program staff, contractors and volunteers,
● Assist with creating, monitoring and maintaining appropriate safety plans and risk management protocols,
● Assist with promoting the program and engaging the support and involvement of health service providers, local organizations and the community,
● Assist with maintaining the program database and appropriate records for evaluation as required internally and by funding organizations,
● Participate in knowledge and information sharing through the provincial community of practice,
● Manage program facilities, equipment and supplies,
● Carry out other duties as assigned by the Program Manager.
Qualifications:
Typical Education, Training, and Experience
● Diploma or degree in human services or related field, or a combination of education and related work experience,
● Demonstrated success organizing and leading group activities,
● Demonstrated success supervising staff and volunteers,
● Proficient computer skills including basic spreadsheet and word processing, online forms, and reporting,
● Experience and interest in working with a diverse community including different cultures and socio-economic backgrounds,
● Valid Class V BC Driver’s License,
● Certificates in CPR, First Aid, and Food Safe - can be completed once hired
Typical Skills and Abilities
● Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
● Ability to establish and maintain rapport with participants, staff and volunteers
● Ability to observe and recognize changes in participants
● Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others
● Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, make presentations and facilitate training and group activities
● Ability to organize and prioritize
● Ability to analyze and resolve problems
The Summer Project Assistant position is now filled. Thank you for your interest.
The Comox Valley Better at Home Program Coordinator position is now filled. Thank you for your interest.
Our Clinic Cleaning position is now filled. Thank you to all applicants.
The Volunteer Coordinator position in our Senior Services department is now filled. For information on other opportunities with Senior Services email Jane.
Donate
Hornby Denman Health is a non-profit organization and registered charity that depends on grants, public funding and your donations to provide our services. Please donate and consider a recurring monthly donation.
We are also innovators in community-based care, and thanks to support from the Investment Readiness Fund, we are working on ways to increase our sustainability. Our goals include creating a transitional/palliative care space on each island. If you are considering a bequest and would like more information, please contact our Executive Director at (250) 335-2885.