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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton0 _! h+ I3 s9 F+ x; i$ m
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca+ v9 L$ _' G3 w& ~
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
4 ^* y: ]% P: `! jTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 0 S7 g9 y5 f% Q& T! [7 k
3 _: f& ]3 Q) c% {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. 9 @0 w4 H2 j o3 [
. ^& p6 e, j3 z* IThis 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.2 @9 w0 P' K" x) P' D( n
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.$ H @; D; w% U" F$ v. d' b4 Z
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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.$ k* |7 R; r' {. d+ Q$ f( `# T
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
( g. X3 Y: l* I9 x. c4 H5 NBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E55 ^; L: p. S* s
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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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