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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton) Y: K ]& k1 j$ w6 p/ o3 F
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca I, r1 v9 @: t; H7 u/ U
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 9 j4 X7 i8 S1 B
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. " ~% Z9 u2 A* N- n7 Z5 Q
6 P$ p, @/ r$ ~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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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.0 f& g! Y8 [: H8 K3 |* s
' D3 F- H8 O3 x' DAs 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.# f% t3 w, F9 ~ S$ n/ i
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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8 p0 `! b( P5 C. d y5 zHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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9 z+ F$ Y4 W1 K* ~0 M4 \' P0 zAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 : e( N& I% H- U! \% P5 D
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5# j, B: K! {/ g- I x5 |
9 T4 K+ b" S3 u' qPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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