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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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9 ^) W7 U0 S, a) e; r# oPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator - Z, [, O; M: V$ _+ `+ U J
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. / j9 G0 ~# \; Z s! \
/ Q( H: R4 d' b6 o% @" C) g0 sThis 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.$ q( E' {* v7 z. ?
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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.8 Q/ y k: C( @- h' ]
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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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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.! |% y; l2 w5 Q6 x8 E: ~0 R
4 r2 y9 t; [7 x. TAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 5 f2 h. u1 s. |, e
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E53 I6 ]/ S; U& h* l9 z2 s
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