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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton3 }3 C5 _7 w+ |
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
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& F8 J9 E; t4 Z' KThe 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. + ]0 d' Y8 Z# L( B
# r+ Z* Z7 a8 Y' AThis 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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As 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.' C3 Q7 \6 l# Z$ w$ x' k1 j
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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.! c+ D: Z* ^% o; Q4 ^' P8 M
& ~5 Z+ x2 F' mHe/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.2 y# y' V6 Y# k; B* p
; D6 B9 ?5 V' C) Z6 r& V; h, z# x8 nAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
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/ H! n0 z' w3 \4 W' {PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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