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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
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. M: {5 c6 s" r0 IThe 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. y2 ^6 Y( M/ O; ?
' [% R$ I8 O4 S& l% @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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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.3 C# E; [ n# I, R4 R1 u+ j( _4 k
6 J: W8 s4 ?7 r7 k9 X' {$ tThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.& B* T' h, |, B6 e. ]5 ]9 N
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.1 p/ Z9 z3 T6 U9 d2 Z3 H
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 4 k# M' J+ W7 Z Q2 o
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E54 C2 E$ d% ]2 }0 s
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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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