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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton! F, y( o9 R3 W
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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) G& E, u0 W [# {6 mPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator # e# g- {0 a9 x
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ' s/ n8 G" N$ u) W3 ~
1 g5 R9 F8 B- V9 U6 E4 @5 O7 _: mThe 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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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.
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" l3 x# e4 d6 ^4 X+ \+ Q9 c. w+ q! |- \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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4 }5 O' L5 ?# M* i% r' dThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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! ^; i5 |4 g0 [$ d/ D& M- iAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
0 s7 @, d8 G3 Q) S9 [By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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f$ u5 d3 a$ ~( kPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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