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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
0 T7 b* `: _ S# }: ?3 ^. `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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' V9 [' p7 M0 \' E7 I. i l1 L& 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.( O" T+ j, Z9 _' v% ?( z
1 M# K. b3 n7 O7 l* b% b3 I4 lThe 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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1 _ L* e: l" E2 J% LHe/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.3 E2 v! O4 r2 I t: ~, [
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
$ {& \; J2 D0 y C: c: Z% JBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5! ~+ w- K- Z1 G& Z
7 G4 J9 o* j9 q p) NPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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