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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
; [: m/ U" W& J0 [( g% U9 h Q0 o% TLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca) w6 `6 d# V. E, n& p! r
8 t) |+ W% W+ F6 zPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator + r$ }6 T4 p$ e$ {. Q7 r5 W, y4 X
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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! Q$ m0 e$ Z% a4 ?* {( [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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1 C- L# V; s1 s( z& t2 w2 y& @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.% C( p5 Z! p# {; O, Y! f( r; A7 [
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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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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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/ W# ?* H6 q/ L' |# `' AHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel. T) ]% {0 R8 E1 U
5 \4 Y0 q( B+ n8 CAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
/ P: w6 y6 z# k$ { Z4 jBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E56 k! K& D& K; V5 u9 y# j+ W; c
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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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