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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
: m8 A% H0 y2 G2 z/ n$ kLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca5 ~ R: E5 l$ m3 D0 `. Q
" N/ c2 W1 j, K7 L* ~Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator ( S: `8 X6 V4 L4 ^6 i/ ~
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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8 D+ I* ^3 {1 Q) ]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.
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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 s2 o# j) G$ S0 P M
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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.+ N7 u: a- Q2 s9 ?2 z
2 j; f% O6 x: _3 T! Y2 SThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.6 E G+ Y( M5 \# B+ {$ a
. r1 o- v5 Y9 q* `* f- wHe/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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5 _. U& T, C" ^- o7 IAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 7 Z7 h4 ~) z8 J
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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