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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton$ h! f2 `6 ^& h9 q. _. ^
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca+ | Z" M8 s" T2 P9 J
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8 n- I# h. h0 G; C5 m; L9 t/ w! dTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. * \) V# W, j( a! q
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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.
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" i c" [5 t0 |( }( n5 b4 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.5 j( a, s4 l) D+ q
6 X1 T2 W! y( A* b, v3 {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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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! c3 m; e6 ?) x# F. }' w& M4 yHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.+ g& K- s' `0 U% D' S
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
! y( I: c( r- x; v* ?By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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4 L$ V6 b1 }- b8 F' APS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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