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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
7 u5 e+ G! g' x* `3 L& C+ ^Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca1 I: X1 Q5 _9 v4 ]; Z2 s$ ?* h& U
0 T$ V1 n- a- d% bPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator / v+ m1 Z& R0 s
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ! z8 s. g$ R- l, H$ t6 \0 x
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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. + r2 [: m5 {7 w: d5 g- ^& m, e0 \* {
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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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5 M W0 x' t! l- V% hAs 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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6 z# f1 t* X8 @& FThe 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.. R6 e9 \ I% I8 v: k
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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.
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# h( g! U0 R# ]) I" e" XAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 $ ^ Q- a" T+ t9 j8 E0 D% ^
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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