Minds In Motion® Coordinator - Kamloops

ABOUT THE POSITION

Minds in Motion® is a fitness and social program for people experiencing early-stage memory loss. Participants must attend the program with a care partner or friend. Minds in Motion® is a program of the Alzheimer Society of BC. We are currently seeking a contractor to facilitate the weekly Kamloops Minds in Motion program held at the John Tod YMCA. This is a 12 -month contract running September 1, 2023 to September 1, 2024, with the possibility to be renewed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor the participation and provide on-on-one assistance as needed during the fitness portion of the program conducted by a certified fitness instructor.
• Ensure set-up and clean-up of the program space
• Provide orientation, training, and supervision to volunteers.
• Plan and prepare activities for the social activity component of the program, guided by the needs, abilities, and interests of the participants; facilitate the social interaction and involvement during the activities.
• Work with the Community Services Manager and the Support & Education Coordinator, First Link to ensure the program complies with the requirements of the Alzheimer Society of B.C.
• Collect regular attendance information, evaluative feedback and other related data to confirm participation and response to the program.
• Plan and facilitate the weekly program
• Be familiar with the Minds in Motion guidelines, including: procedures for welcoming new and returning participants, monitoring suitability and discussing with staff when clients no longer fit the program criteria.
• Provide information about the Society’s programs and services for people living with dementia, their families and care partners.

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate will be asked to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination and will also be required to obtain clearance through the BC government online criminal record check system.

TIME COMMITMENT

• Additional planning/training time as agreed with Community Services Manager (max 4 hours per month).
• Program runs Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30pm; additional weekly prep and admin time is flexible.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven facilitation abilities and able to work independently
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Volunteer management training/experience an asset
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia
• Able to lift equipment used in the program (e.g. moving tables and chairs)

COMPENSATION

• A service fee of $120 per session facilitated between September 1, 2023 to September 1, 2024.
• Up to 5 hours of training and orientation time in the first month, billed at a rate of $40 per hour.

There are approximately 85,000 British Columbians living with dementia, and this number is growing. For every person living with dementia, there are many more people affected, including family, friends, co-workers and other members of their communities. Our vision is of a world without Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and that world begins with a more dementia-friendly society, where people affected by dementia are acknowledged, supported, and included. When you work for the Alzheimer Society of B.C., you help us realize that vision by connecting more British Columbians to the support and education they need at any point on their dementia journey. You help us challenge stigma and change the future for people affected by dementia. You help us show people affected by dementia that they’re not alone.

Equity and diversity and inclusion are essential to societal change and healthy workplaces. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have historically been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

Please forward your resume and a brief cover letter detailing how your qualifications match this position (as one attachment), with “Kamloops MM Contract” as the subject line. Candidates are screened on an ongoing basis as applications come in – apply soon!

EMAIL (PDF or Word documents are accepted) your resume with a cover letter that details how your experience and qualifications match this opportunity.

This posting will be opened until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

[email protected]

Human Resources

300-828 West 8th Avenue

Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E2

Thank you for your interest in the work of the Society. Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly.