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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton W" U+ L& C4 \* r
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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- b) [; o9 V5 Q; g6 l9 @% L; IPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
3 `% x8 o$ v3 X( tTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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% G. e% u* {( k* y/ X/ j9 ?# aThe 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. 8 M- E$ A9 J! ~' q7 v: ~# h
+ [. |/ d9 O, v; B- wThis 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.- ]/ h$ {$ T/ L$ m9 c( d
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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.5 h! Q$ t( I9 Q8 y* y. b) b4 L3 S
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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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# q! s% G, O; Y/ J1 C* S; X" dHe/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.% A) S( o: |( t J
3 A) A- h; \5 F4 S. CAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 & T- h5 Z( g, M% y( t9 h9 o2 B# g
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5) Z+ q z: I; O! n4 o
& X2 X- p) k/ V6 ^8 z4 D# O/ s7 IPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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