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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton; Z# H& V0 t7 H! l
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator ! m/ k5 B) N- h: [
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ' a! T1 ?! g1 `/ Z! ]
1 |- Z8 W0 V) `8 b8 _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. : t/ {9 I, Z1 A- L& F6 ?( L- V+ ^
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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.5 n+ h) Y& v3 t2 K5 h. y! ^
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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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/ K% [5 P6 Y$ o. r- rThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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) m) h3 g; `! o1 S- W) w. GAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
' l# a& N$ k. e% n" J! IBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5! a! a; l F' C1 O: O5 f
5 q* }/ a7 b' u) ~+ ZPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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