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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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& h8 D. k0 Y; u/ N6 SPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator - k% g& `2 e7 Y+ E# c
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. . V$ T5 c5 [4 t! M G7 S
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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. 2 J0 K# m: O. L* l- @( i
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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.- \3 e3 ]* g- m+ |: t# f
$ G/ s; G" f' 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." E3 h) [0 X: A7 Q5 u
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.# Y. M+ v0 a, k! `- ~
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.1 n% Q8 C" C: m) n* y; D( W2 Y
9 i7 R9 q$ ^/ B7 u5 y1 [* J- W6 v- B0 rAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 7 i3 M/ E# J% t7 W: h2 \
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E55 A% a3 H! f( m' f+ F
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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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