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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
% F$ R/ h4 r- }. O& ZLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca3 w& m8 m0 {' L! }( ]( B& h
3 M1 z/ |' ^+ f D G, nPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator ! I2 D& F3 y' \" ]- a
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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! o3 C! K& N; k$ o; zThe 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. ! C$ m: E! B0 z$ z5 m6 r, d0 u
- y# P* `' m1 U; U- _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.2 R# K: o7 I# {% R
4 B& O2 |2 M8 r3 i, pAs 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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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 0 s) e4 r$ k& ~
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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