WHO WE ARE:

With a vision of a vibrant, connected community, Parkgate Society (PS) creates opportunities for people in our community to live life better. We support this vision through the development of a unique and diverse blend of accessible low-cost and no-cost programs and services, created in direct response to community needs; primarily serving children, youth, families, and seniors.
Our dedicated and welcoming staff team, along with our many active volunteers, including our Board of Directors, are all committed to making Parkgate Society a welcoming and inclusive community services organization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Food Safe, First Aid certification, Serving It Right and a Class 4 drivers license are assets.
• Working knowledge of not-for-profit and community based organizations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork, facilitation and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively with program staff, volunteers, non-profit or publicly funded groups, agencies or organizations.
• Applicants must be able to be comfortably on their feet and stand for the majority of a shift, as well as lift and carry as much as 20-25 pounds of equipment or other related program items.
• Flexibility with occasional evenings and weekends and seasonal events is an asset.
  We are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming environment where all community members feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from diverse communities, including people of colour, Indigenous peoples, individuals with disabilities, and people of any sexual orientation or gender Identity. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources Department.
  Please forward your resume and a cover letter, describing why you are a strong candidate for this opportunity, by email to info@parkgatesociety.ca. This position will be open until filled.

• Ensures rooms are set-up to serve both participant and programming needs.
• Ensures proper room take down and clean-up is done in accordance with current health & safety requirements.
• For the delivery of food services to Seniors, ensuring the commercial kitchen and other spaces utilized are properly cleaned at the end of each session.
• Oversees volunteers with meal preparation, meal service and kitchen clean-up.
• Builds and maintains good relationships with Seniors programs participants.
• Addresses any questions, suggestions, concerns or complaints as they arise to the appropriate Seniors programs leader.