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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator / I% @3 _ A* ]% J s @. `5 y
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. " W$ x( a9 Y( ]5 s# J* l1 z
) g! m. A' I/ V4 |, SThe 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. ) Y# y9 K/ r4 h+ X
; D( J" p" m, B) y$ {8 VThis 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.: h8 ]$ }1 g5 N
5 D5 R7 E6 a. u$ zAs 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.! d4 R0 H; w$ q/ ]$ i
& T+ z N k' [$ q& H( MThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients. b8 k f/ l: E+ \, f
* X" S1 Q2 q0 i2 S, l2 OHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.% u5 b8 ]5 {/ N9 A
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
2 M4 S# }1 [% p$ ~$ a, X; ?" i8 {By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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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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