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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
, P1 {( G; x4 M5 `" f8 mTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 4 F7 U+ k3 j: u& L& Y r
" ^- |! q5 j8 S& dThe 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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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.0 B) h! ?2 X8 W" K2 R
: U$ e1 p+ q9 G! l, | A! _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.8 w! w- Q2 o; z- @9 |9 \( A
$ Y" R; G) v3 d/ ~/ h5 s1 P% cThe 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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3 B: [) E0 m- s6 GHe/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 - X# I3 o* Z4 l( E% |% \0 ?1 i' }
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E57 ^& y/ r. p Q* S4 {' P) V0 f6 D
1 T& Y w/ [2 V3 S wPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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