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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton/ _" D6 B: v6 j& ~& H# h0 f9 R0 P
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
, c4 x" L$ @" |; gTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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1 G% W' z6 C$ [& d! zThe 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. ; A& ?; k- Q) T: K5 l2 m# ]6 t
( J* i4 ]+ B3 m; @- ?6 dThis 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.3 p8 t0 z! X1 t+ B) x
6 l0 Y5 @8 d( v. F$ G/ ]% mAs 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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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.8 |" U: o9 G( d$ ^' \
! n) b. q, z3 i; x0 p& ^+ M% Y; kHe/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.4 N L/ R( X: I) \3 T$ P
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 2 e5 x5 M/ _* U
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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