Posted 18 days ago
Seniors Program Assistant
@ Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
Victoria, British Columbia
Overview
Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is hiring a part-time, temporary Seniors Program Assistant for about 7.5 hours per week, usually over two afternoons. The role helps plan and run social and community programs for seniors, including activity calendars and group sessions. A Ministry of Justice Vulnerable Sector Clearance Letter is required before hiring.
Responsibilities:
- Co-design program activities with seniors and volunteers
- Plan and coordinate group sessions, presentations and guest speakers
- Create and maintain monthly program calendars
- Support sessions and help create an inclusive environment
- Handle scheduling and administrative tasks
Requirements summary:
- Diploma in social work, human services or related field (asset)
- Experience in community programming, seniors' services or group facilitation (asset)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Organized, able to manage schedules and follow-up
- Able to work independently and collaboratively
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-20
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-20
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Hours per week | 7.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Ministry of Justice Vulnerable Sector Clearance Letter |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Social Work, Human Services |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
Our Seniors Program Assistant supports activities and programs that bring seniors together and encourage social connection and community involvement. This temporary position is 7.5 hours per week, typically scheduled over two afternoons each week.
Tasks & Responsibilities
- Work with seniors and volunteers to co‑design program activities based on their interests.
- Help plan and coordinate group sessions, presentations, and guest speakers.
- Support participation and help create a welcoming, inclusive environment.
- Create and maintain monthly program calendars with the planning group.
- Assist with scheduling, organizing, and communicating program activities.
- Provide general support during sessions to ensure they run smoothly.
- Complete basic administrative tasks related to program planning and coordination.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Diploma in Social Work, Human Services, or related field is an asset
- Experience in community programming, seniors’ services, or group facilitation is an asset.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable working with seniors.
- Organized and able to manage schedules, materials, and follow‑up tasks.
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively with staff and volunteers.
Additional Requirements:
- A Ministry of Justice Vulnerable Sector Clearance Letter is required prior to hiring.
About Society of Saint Vincent de Paul:
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul of Vancouver Island has been supporting people in need on Vancouver Island since 1916. Focused on impacting the lives of people affected by poverty, the Society offers emergency relief services while maintaining a focus and commitment to addressing the root causes that contribute to poverty in our communities. Through a variety of programs, the Society provides support through affordable housing, a food pantry, home visit program, day program for persons with developmental disabilities and thrift stores providing clothing and household items to those in need, to name a few.
We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, fair, equitable and diverse culture and look forward to welcoming applicants with their unique strengths to our team.
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