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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton& _; b$ A) n: _/ P w/ e$ F F
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca# H+ C7 c3 ^. M8 D' |' g$ E/ U
4 k' g5 O! ?& X' S# kPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 7 `# R7 X0 U* r j7 T8 m
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. / a4 n6 K6 W3 c- }$ D. ?
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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. , J/ d" D5 F' m8 J; q
$ ^ f, r+ M* K# E xThis 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.
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0 ?5 R& W1 K6 ], y0 x/ uAs 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 A- v( s1 W+ l ?
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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1 H, |* ]9 [0 aHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.) z: g) b; R: f: o; Y% I
: n6 k& W- k; t6 D+ u5 dAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 / y5 R9 [' y' r" s
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5% x- r0 Z$ ^- b: y) S
. v! J" N% o4 ?" @* @PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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