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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton C' N( b: ~$ t! s- [8 g! C
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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' M3 I6 C5 T! lPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
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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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; ]3 N0 f& u% L5 U$ LThis 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.( T! b9 R* B& R) e+ H
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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.# U$ \7 A* H; B# F
/ g5 h4 o) Y. V4 hThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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3 y9 j4 L% P+ K% i- Z" I$ PAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
+ L, e8 `: t( H- A: @+ ]; iBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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3 J2 R& q( \# o9 G) Z3 RPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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