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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
# U" L- A% ^: X$ C. YLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca( C6 R; O! T3 A1 t v! A
6 t0 T& P! z6 @9 e7 G0 z9 yPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 0 t' J( D Q8 T; |0 p
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. ' h6 B& H5 Q) H. f z6 }* A
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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. ~# c/ e+ `% Z0 z6 b, s0 B% |
$ }! U, w( a) {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 F( } h& `' d4 C
# Z) f: M: v) @- m# FThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.- `2 c @- b& ?% ~* i+ i! z, Q8 i, B% H
F# Z; I! }: YHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel./ r9 F9 J) m) P( p6 s" q
7 _. Q6 K5 n% C% {4 j/ ]/ T8 N- m$ @APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
, Z$ X. {+ Q* H2 yBy 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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