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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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. T" v5 ^* y, G5 F( iPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator - n+ C' X% p; K: O$ Q& f9 L
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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1 o. m% `( V( \' O6 h0 VThis 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./ b# _6 _& I7 H! c' u( O
% R$ k$ H& h4 K7 H& }# JThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.- S# m4 X6 w; v! ?
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.( {/ h+ a' h8 z, z6 }) h$ B2 M6 ^
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
s% G2 w" B5 |" fBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5, i$ \& Z4 i9 x2 J
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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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