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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton8 o; `% j: e) I4 o9 z
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca8 M9 g0 X& u% b( _0 B! E+ S
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator - s* H- X; g# a2 I
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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k0 ^5 Y6 A* {9 H$ `8 T5 b9 k dThe 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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1 A+ {& d% n* {0 Z4 {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.7 l4 n& {9 N. K3 d% D' d# Q
. w/ f5 q/ x* Q+ m, y6 iAs 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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, S8 ~- q A0 ]7 j5 o2 HThe 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.0 t# O( U( d3 s6 Z: m9 H9 l
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
! H' f3 h/ H* dBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5# D( Z/ o, L/ i6 }& z
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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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