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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
: G0 m" A! X4 ELearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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7 w8 W* C: f( m8 q3 pPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
( P8 \4 D; y8 W7 \0 ]- I4 @9 UTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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" e8 A7 E. s- ]1 ~) HThe 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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. g+ `# e) ]. A' o, i* fThis 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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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.& k0 a" Y0 b: E1 w0 P# w& j
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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V/ ^$ l; k3 D8 V; L; A1 [8 ]% J) m9 s6 zHe/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. K8 o& ?3 R" B) v3 ?, d1 s2 i
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
, ^; K. Q8 P7 [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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