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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
' l1 P$ |; e0 R+ @) o K5 uLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca! @9 c6 d3 w9 I( U# l2 x! w, C$ O
2 v6 [& b" a; g4 R1 r( F, S( TPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
) |7 I' t: q8 E4 QTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. + B9 c! i0 H- Z6 x# q2 x4 P6 J
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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. ) l. p! k/ c+ J6 c
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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.6 Z/ ?. _/ x2 w
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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.
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% N* x/ [% m4 n0 W( r7 TThe 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.7 `* ^3 [' ?0 r7 ]
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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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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 0 L5 h* {0 u+ ]% D7 X# t& Q c( R
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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& F, Z e5 C9 v7 O8 V l( QPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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