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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton' e, Y/ F3 g. V) x( D* e
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator , c7 C9 @# L7 e; y4 J! K, D
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 3 @6 N3 G+ l$ A/ E% Z- j
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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. % ]# I+ x1 X: }8 S' _5 h
* y" ~ X3 \, {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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0 `6 X# s& ~ RAs 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.5 G. o6 Y1 l1 P+ F. G9 {/ [4 E
$ j# E( O3 a$ F$ ^% Q9 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.' {2 u: j) X3 A
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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.& J; j( [0 `' n2 q2 u) u" t
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 + p% _" X2 l6 m
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5. a6 ]4 D) W' B- ?3 `
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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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