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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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! k! y1 P2 F+ k5 [% b1 ~! aPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
K% Y- T+ {. C0 E3 j6 mTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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4 J8 S/ u0 \% H( m* Z& lThe 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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; \1 n. m+ o$ m' F$ }$ nThis 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.; E" n9 l: U: J' q, z: P" ^
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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.# \ R( {5 z1 f, t, }! o. |
" ]* \( m/ ?& U6 ^) GThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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9 w0 L; _& ] o+ Y z% `He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.% u: Q) X( |4 w
( Y1 @. V, g* G- Q K) u) p% c$ ^APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 $ y O! X- m6 U: D/ r6 \
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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