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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
' ~ o; R/ L9 bLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca7 m! H, H6 H$ h
/ L) `5 M$ h' ?5 X) o G7 V7 mPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 5 }! {, k; Q1 Y& T: }4 n
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. # t9 W' t# c' F. {5 x& W
3 J- }) w+ y$ C+ M, @+ z$ I4 j" {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. 3 i4 T0 p# G- p
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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.& s% f# F! L5 K& ]' o+ K7 r
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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.
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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$ r7 Q, i0 T( _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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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 , b# f* A! n9 \( E% W6 j! j5 |1 R
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E55 u) S' g2 }: c& \3 G h
8 r2 q( ~" e' J5 Z+ APS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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