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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton" z0 N; u& `& Q3 d/ z
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca% e/ |% I, q; y1 w
+ S4 s7 t/ W I8 ^2 o4 ]Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 4 G& s1 O- U( y# o! o
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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1 _) N: V3 d0 R- ^# `$ 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. 3 k. Z# |9 u/ l) P1 w. D
8 g) S1 k ~- ]6 f0 yThis 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.! j }2 c- x1 {( ~9 n! b
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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.2 Y3 B: j% X* |! S5 c# s: G5 w
$ ?2 t/ F' F/ ]1 uThe 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.0 }8 S& s9 E( s; H2 \5 _
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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. @9 M6 g: n; M
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
- Q8 U* P# I, L+ E r9 ABy 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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