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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton& U. u: B+ K' N: l
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
9 @& j" t. L' B; l, u* ^6 P/ l6 U+ QTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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0 H! n; M4 y6 P! y6 _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. 0 @3 J) w- W. r2 G, Y" O+ p- c
) S# J$ l! Q, L) c1 i& uThis 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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. [8 {. u7 W2 d& i; a6 V( nAs 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.' s% }5 B6 Q1 U& p8 X* A) n) `
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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
- ^6 e4 f" `8 t& v- t" J1 _By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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2 f# I3 ]9 O" c8 w+ `" ?; a) a7 fPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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