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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton! T. r/ K1 D2 }
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca" x2 g+ s; o5 v. c* K
4 ` T: O: K% Y* j! NPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
O" z3 s2 r( |# u, ETerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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$ ^* z3 @, \+ b1 D! m6 C) ?& {* 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. % w2 U X0 i; 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.# \* o, y* F8 w: K
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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.: b7 A) Q7 s) k& i9 S8 U; H0 `
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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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* \5 V( \ T, E9 FHe/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.6 }5 i4 h( k) j7 g
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
7 p) B9 r1 O" V5 S) m( x2 ^2 @+ {; XBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E51 {( P0 j( }1 t7 S* M. B
5 M3 S, e5 f0 G# v, S+ tPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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