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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton$ Y; C* M% }# y8 j; H
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca+ l/ u9 m- `' s' ~
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator # H9 @) a# V( w' T
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 4 e) d# T6 Y/ `. ^4 U7 _
) p& b1 \- F5 G* KThe 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. 2 Y. D. Y: m& @/ r8 s, Z7 O2 `
2 Z4 d# W4 R( Y( a; HThis 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.& ~6 t. O/ E1 K# c8 _: W w# \
! @* n5 Z8 c+ Q; F, gAs 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.* J! _. p& g, G: c
% w; r3 w- n3 w! h2 x) y# r( \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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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
7 [3 a6 f: ~8 P4 ?, oBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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) _7 ]! b) L* A8 b3 QPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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