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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton, k5 D$ G( N4 h
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator & _8 V2 _& H6 w
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ) i' q' c* R4 V/ J1 E3 ]: x* U5 u' i
' ?; t s1 ]" @+ PThe 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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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.; g+ P2 k9 ~0 y H4 j7 ^
. k l4 _& w8 e2 vAs 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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% A0 W8 ~0 w! c* ^! T% c8 ~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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) \( k, P- W h0 \6 Q9 FHe/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.9 D: {7 M$ d' ?0 i( }1 r
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
1 T/ p. L, D$ G5 ]& T; R- MBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5) u6 u& P$ I I9 ]8 s
* m- {8 \+ H- {6 Z) mPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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