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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
" ^% C$ [1 p6 q; Z+ ELearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca/ T0 f! N: a& X6 l6 [
& B7 ^5 ~8 i4 `7 U( A& p1 `/ QPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator + F* x& T2 F1 J1 e4 D+ C" B6 c
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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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. ]; M) O5 T: ~& H) O( s
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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.2 y, |! i% I- r4 `
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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.8 t0 E# W- `5 p% _3 z
! X- I" D4 J( X0 t' t- A5 }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& E2 V% l: xHe/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
/ ]0 o! s0 R: DBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E57 [7 z/ [4 y- T8 _
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PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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