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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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: [0 L$ U" B, |2 RPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator . R1 ?* C1 C. Y# B( T
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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7 j2 X( B, n `3 LThe 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. , I$ K* ~6 B7 k: K
$ m( |$ ~/ j' B2 S5 _3 ~( g; L n) FThis 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.
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' [: a6 r! Q; S! a- e6 RThe 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.. O% ~, f# l' e, }9 \1 [' Z
: ~( z/ t8 y8 |- ^ ~& GHe/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.( h8 E8 R9 z" \) X! g% R
" r$ `& o& I( _4 Y( Q; q; {APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
! @. q( ?& `8 }1 O% f4 R* W7 [By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E58 a. E" f k; E( v! P
' Q4 m# p$ L# |$ U1 A' {PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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