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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton9 Y4 j7 n5 m2 _" }
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca2 O1 q- J( \; c. U Z
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
0 s1 k) c8 N! fTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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: t. c, a- E! t3 x1 _) S" S7 ]& JThe 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. / \( |6 I: Z8 z) f
7 ^9 P8 P9 @' `9 O! g7 r p- FThis 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.
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9 Y5 P; w. f# }% \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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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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8 F. C& K, n0 z8 ~& t% `He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
7 ^% I" e$ ?( g4 V7 eBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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9 Q8 _% L3 L8 m) I1 m( J. fPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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