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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton! e2 M6 ~% N1 d. V/ }) j$ z+ v/ C
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca) O+ ]: J! a/ o, A- V G, ^
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 9 S7 U) |+ \: B; g7 R u' C
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 1 ~- \! S: [" A& }1 N. l
( |2 Z' }9 x, aThe 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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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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0 \, C* y) T- } j3 _6 h( r* uAs 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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' R5 }5 t# B. d" GThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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% ~+ i8 f2 Z% N3 `He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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5 v0 E) } q. I+ EAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 6 g6 n3 k* E0 O( O/ T$ z7 b
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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3 E3 A% |; L4 ^; A# J0 APS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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