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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton/ d/ V. q: L; x b/ C
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
! B1 a8 P' k/ X: f" F8 Y: n# Z4 ^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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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.* z( W7 c7 O1 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.6 b: P7 |6 ?( I3 r- Z( t7 v- r$ u! A
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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# Y) D, a6 ?0 u, N& Q9 gHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.1 V0 ^8 q& w# M, E; Z- ]
/ b' u: r- a ]4 N GAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 & c2 f. b) j. s1 W9 U
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E56 |4 e$ j8 X% K) T* y# I. D6 q* U
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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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