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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
* y s' s. ?+ Y; b9 }Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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# R8 T# B& t/ {( j' q: ~Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator ; ^0 E/ ]; e0 q8 G) C1 r
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ) I8 \" Q7 A1 \/ [1 b0 d
* J. b Z8 G7 n( jThe 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. + ]& A; f, X) V
7 P( A' `: i' S5 ^7 c3 iThis 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.* m( p* r0 Q) p2 U, w4 ^. [
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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., ]" E' J# y7 S+ B) A/ ~4 ?
/ r; \( ]( j r) p" N* _. aThe 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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He/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.# ], }6 ^+ e9 B! t& M
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 F* n0 J/ W4 w8 y" y0 M
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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