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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton# x) ?$ e- [3 y- T' \
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 9 Y) H: Z0 _& {
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ' c9 v0 \. d ~. b/ s& a+ o
& j6 J* P) S. D5 n' c6 V) ]" _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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- A5 c) q& [) E" k* S1 sThis 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.( W8 m+ l* h5 @# q
4 s0 H( q/ H8 O8 t- }& _. kAs 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.* A U$ z* V0 Q
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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.
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Q ?8 _7 V& fHe/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 ^7 L2 e3 }0 g: B9 y; r/ {
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
* F) P7 a: @ d- @7 sBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5% U' Q1 T" Y% t
x; N V' M2 Q0 f& z5 |PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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