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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
! U, l) V$ [5 x; J) ]( Q$ bTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 9 j* B+ V6 a7 _! M: T6 u( w
`+ g6 ?) h1 B& m& I+ I8 vThe 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.3 F6 m" J; o( {- C3 D. H- X
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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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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients." @3 s8 B7 h* [5 B7 L
% q7 v! X) q5 |1 jHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.# K9 ^+ k4 L6 Z# z) _$ T
+ H# f+ X3 U! v$ [1 `) Q* G$ I& PAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
! Z) ~. p s* s7 a/ o3 Z; V N. JBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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& W/ e9 p- Q5 f# T6 Z8 pPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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