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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
! x/ h3 B: L8 h' [& SLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca$ y+ F# M: H" ^" P4 D8 k8 P
: Y( D1 H- S- L8 k/ n9 e9 K* WPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
* B' `5 k' H' l! \- ?Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. + e! O. C' I. ^5 j9 i
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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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$ p# Z0 j. K( O9 `3 pThis 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.7 s$ W% Z" z1 ~- U% q. R
* ]. h: \% J/ 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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. E' q+ I) x* l$ n/ G( WThe 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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' R5 I2 c+ ~3 q) u* J3 X# EHe/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.
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 5 d/ D7 i+ [+ g' R
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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