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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton+ f+ r2 V# f: V* E+ [. X
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca1 r' j% q) m8 T4 ~
+ B, S% _, U8 QPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator v" ]6 y; M2 O e) d" x
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ' Q @: R: }( ^3 c3 d- h
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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. 6 Z+ j$ b' u7 S3 F; B. }& J
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This 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.3 o* q' K0 _" z8 l: c% k; @
0 R5 P: l$ m' 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.* L" A* R+ O4 G8 K5 }
( ~) x9 o. l0 n% O- I% P; h2 a. wThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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) X$ {) o4 U1 l$ w) N2 \) ], xHe/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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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 ( e- C3 b" t" ] g) u- Y
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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5 z1 v4 F: `$ @PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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