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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton# x& G* c6 t7 }3 s n
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca6 I9 n. i4 Q" w2 Z5 ?/ d
/ m3 J5 N; G% R$ @! ] TPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator V, r6 y/ M& m* g
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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( } i( ^3 M6 j% pThe 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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# [1 k& c. P" o4 a" L7 SThis 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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0 ?+ H6 u, C5 r1 k* D0 }0 tAs 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.1 p) G. x2 k U" Q, N
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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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1 |. e; y! [- y. k0 S: UAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 j/ k4 t I, K' n
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5+ f, \) z/ ~6 q; U
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PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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