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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton7 K0 ~& w, Q3 h
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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, q) h) b6 J* J, s0 rPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator , g) F6 a, z6 r& a9 t7 E
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. : b* Q- |3 j- x
' _% m! u/ H3 x+ U0 b( f0 u& FThe 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. , _% H2 C* s( q% u
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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.' b. \/ ?1 l2 h2 P9 } U0 J
4 @! Q& K( Z* e$ J9 ]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.; Z! ~' e: |% ^
$ p! F% n' |1 s8 Z7 G; \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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.- u: d# v, K5 p% X
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
( q0 i: d! u0 Z6 h3 y$ n- F- VBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5* _6 E! ^: n! Z l( s
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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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