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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
3 o0 {+ X1 k$ H% T) I7 zLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca6 j$ l1 P2 z/ }3 y# ], b
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 9 V0 @0 H$ d! A" z0 P+ B
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. . R$ Q, u/ v% K: F
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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. 9 P5 c+ a- v6 p' @& o+ w' ]
, m% h) o; p: @8 o# p: 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., o* `" i1 U$ ]
$ K r8 L; `- e, rAs 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.% P& Z+ U( y7 \
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.; _, }$ r$ m* V# H4 S
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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.7 Q1 w& v; z. k
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 ) L: q7 Z6 k7 {2 M: J C8 n7 s5 a
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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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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