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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
+ X" M) ?* ^9 X4 u0 ]Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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) ~; K/ r" M7 |Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator # w6 u: ]' B& B5 S$ p0 f
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 6 [7 a8 b' e$ @3 M" l6 `$ {# ?' q
6 o: [6 Y- e( S h1 ^8 T" u" nThe 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. # Q4 d) I- l1 Z
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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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' u- M- [, w4 s5 K6 D2 OAs 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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. ]% Z7 O. c- Z8 i& M( ?* `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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.+ _- C% G) z3 t' m% V/ V& ?
) ?$ c! ^; J7 _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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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 & r) p. Z: p( |4 p5 e3 `( l
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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