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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton$ r. a, b6 G4 }' q$ `
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca1 ]7 N9 W5 S9 I+ W
7 t+ ^9 P3 C* J& tPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator . q) J4 k# E% W1 u3 y* }, x4 }
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. & n" @! r5 g- L: v8 w& j. X. c
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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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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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, x" _, L& w2 {4 _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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) X1 @9 a; p2 }8 jThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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3 Z+ @: T; `5 F- a$ c/ HHe/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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3 B. d6 Q" [" T' T. S( j, ~APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
! w0 y. }0 B Q3 {) @By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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3 c) k* G9 B2 C* V4 Q9 B- ]! aPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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