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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton& M- K8 ^2 u$ _/ J1 F- W4 r; K6 g0 z
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator ( j# @* r K/ \- ?
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. . }3 O6 v6 @, ?
6 T( Q) d. ]# e" N; Z9 L4 Y" ^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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7 _8 r7 g' N6 w# v7 a# y4 AThis 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.0 u( w9 c2 p+ T% X
! G! w- ~( k' a5 LAs 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./ w( ~8 V# ^- C9 G7 K7 b
* N$ M; a. S$ p; A5 i! P B, ^- MThe 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.1 U& Z; D4 f% }; ?
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He/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.2 b2 Y U4 T& h! J5 x: D8 ?1 ?
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 ! ^- S4 u* w" P; O( X4 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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