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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
" w( U2 T* ]) o9 ~Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca6 l+ w' u* M, A- P! T
+ [7 U# t6 V; k0 w" v6 uPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
0 o% c7 G1 }: _ LTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ' f1 c# ^: { P1 L' F
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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.
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" }0 v+ W' m2 W1 A& S+ n4 V) K# j7 hThis 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.% G: q: i1 p7 W+ d3 K9 {
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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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" Y! T+ Z3 c. Q w4 {, W- f6 tThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.2 {( D$ q- T" P2 B
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
" d( M* H2 S0 r0 r. d" k$ ?By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5' D/ G% u& v) }; [: m
5 v! t% @; G1 T1 o/ yPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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