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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton4 y1 I: W" A) N
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator ! w( e+ S2 e$ z
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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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.
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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.3 g( f3 s( R; u$ p7 E
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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.8 ]+ {6 e2 X3 L7 h* _
* e. D7 X4 K7 ?( y2 sThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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+ w2 y& I$ \: {+ e+ c" OHe/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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0 l! U" o. X! g. d9 Y% mAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 $ O3 ]; w0 l$ Q1 g5 b/ L }- v8 l7 `& S
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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* C" Y4 C+ W/ q! ^: T. {2 {0 YPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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