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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
! ?' l* D: Y( F, X1 Y9 gLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca2 j/ C% s. D* k9 H+ q% ?9 u- s
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 0 r# G7 r/ Z! q. d
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. . n# ?0 A( X& I: g' ^) A
/ _' b+ P \, v3 v- H% `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. / A" n0 @% v& @$ ?: t o5 ^
4 @7 g# J; b( z6 c+ G4 Q {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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2 |" A( Y% Q1 j3 p: `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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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3 n% V* l: Q0 kHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
# k: P& t4 y6 o: ?$ YBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5& `& h; l) h2 X) W: G! k% |
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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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