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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton, Z2 g7 F9 a, \. u9 L
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator * C% T y( t: t2 u* L
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.
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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.
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- ^$ A: c! B' {. b- ~. {4 \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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( l3 Y' O, `, ]8 u$ i2 ?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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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; Q2 Y/ _5 F' F0 i& z+ T" K3 ]APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
( m" I% L: F3 S1 R9 c2 xBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5) S, W: j, |! y" \
4 l" R. h5 f8 K" W$ Q( l. a' Y+ U6 _PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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