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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton' W. o- F6 N( g: ], P+ Y, t: M
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca, M1 W1 d$ P9 I0 e
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
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- L; s9 W( g# m: p# k( FThe 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. ; Z7 |2 G) e- m) V& M4 s; V4 Q/ f
$ M2 S8 h2 Z( B, m: y" |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.6 {* w3 I+ A; r# E- a c
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The 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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O3 X% v- S J! P$ e: i" G. T3 h1 hHe/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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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
. R# c5 m# t6 x2 A# j: FBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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' K( L% m- e5 m4 h- i" M6 IPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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