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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton n w* x) m5 g: h
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca8 Z7 @) c! N6 ]9 z/ L
1 U: t9 ?, e. _& ]; @2 tPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
7 @. ~7 r- m1 FTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. , B; m d* f$ j" S' Y
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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. 2 p3 _8 v7 m$ ]5 ^
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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.! I; Q. W; X! U
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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.
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, Q9 v; i6 G" vThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients." [1 H6 {7 |; O, Q7 G
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.3 c0 Q1 ^- F J1 a
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 ) v3 `; a! K( l4 \9 [& ~6 d
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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+ R+ X9 e* Y$ K6 mPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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