Program Worker, Volunteer Development
About The Position
Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (Yee Hong) is a recognized leader in senior care, dedicated to providing exceptional, culturally inclusive services that enhance the well-being of older adults. With a strong reputation for excellence in long-term care, community programs, and aging-in-place initiatives, Yee Hong is committed to supporting seniors in living with dignity, independence, and the best possible quality of life. At the core of its mission is a focus on compassionate, person-centered care tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities. Yee Hong is one of the foremost providers of culturally appropriate senior care in the country, delivering high-quality resident experience and care to Chinese and other Asian seniors since 1994. The organization operates 805 long-term care beds and 308 seniors’ apartment units, with an additional 224 long-term care beds opening in a new home by June 2026. In addition, Yee Hong offers four campuses of managed care, a hospice residence, and a wide range of community-based senior and caregiver support services. Through this comprehensive network, the organization serves more than 15,000 individuals annually across the Greater Toronto Area. Under the guidance and supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the recruitment, training and development, placement, engagement and evaluation of volunteers for the Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care
Requirements
- Diploma in Volunteer Development, Social Service, Education, Human Resources, Business, or equivalent
- Experience in human services; experience working with seniors and volunteers an asset
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Computer applications (MS Office) and use of Social Media to recruit and attract volunteers
- Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and build partnerships with external organizations and internal clients, as well as existing volunteers
- Demonstrated initiative in supporting the volunteer program based on changing client needs.
- Satisfactory Police Reference Check (with vulnerable sector screen) result
- Good oral and written communication skills and in English and Chinese
- Occasional evening and weekend work
Nice To Haves
- Experience in human services; experience working with seniors and volunteers an asset
Responsibilities
- recruitment
- training and development
- placement
- engagement
- evaluation of volunteers
Benefits
- Competitive total compensation package
- Multi-employer pension plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Ongoing learning and development
- Employee education assistance program
- Award winning corporate culture
- Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
