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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
8 J6 I/ ?4 H" M& nLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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* m7 y7 W! h6 FPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 2 A5 j! I) `0 H- [, r8 v) l% v
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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The Organization: SAGE is a multi-service agency that has provided services to older people in Edmonton and area since 1970. Its mission is to enhance the quality of life of older people.
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, B$ h. d7 r" E. q% W8 ?% g, |This position is responsible for assessing client needs and short term one on one counseling to individuals addressing the social/emotional needs of older adults & their families. The position will focus on assisting seniors or their families, who make contact with SAGE, to articulate/prioritize their needs, deal with issues they are facing and to make informed referrals as necessary.
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- D% q6 r+ W4 M7 c6 vAs a professional social worker, the incumbent will adhere to the Social Work Code of Ethics as published in the A.C.S.W., and be a member in good standing of the AARSW. This position will work with the Housing Coordinator, Seniors Social Worker, Safe House Coordinators, the Full House Coordinator and volunteers on the reception/telephone lines.- z% F/ K E ^* b3 `6 m. {
" @- h! @5 J0 F* W( ] `The Ideal Candidate: is a Registered Social Worker, College or University prepared, holds a valid First Aid certificate, is able to provide a Criminal Record Check that is free of criminal convictions, has (and be prepared to use) a vehicle/possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license, and is able to obtain $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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! |- H% s4 o. ~4 Z( OHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.! P" `3 d1 \6 y
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
/ {: d5 | d% q. t' @By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5$ q8 N7 {; L! V% ?
4 Y5 C8 ?$ h$ }2 p- zPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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