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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton/ y$ O8 H2 n! j% W- D8 ~
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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0 y, k& c+ C2 X6 uPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
1 a( h7 R5 a# e* _Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. $ |* \, K; A* r% \! K. O7 k' }2 r+ e5 i
) n4 Y5 P$ [1 K$ m" KThe 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." S. z3 {* E0 h) V9 D v: f& s
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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.+ Z' M6 E; {3 S1 a3 J9 o. s! G
, G* E1 @1 ]+ C/ B( gThe 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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3 v: y4 X9 b7 X2 W% y' f& rHe/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
+ d% X( o. q- y' MBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E54 h, F% @9 r4 g! f8 \+ z% C) Q3 J
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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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