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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
4 a3 F: F, C4 R) [Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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+ ~# Q5 y" Y" }$ f7 I' L9 ^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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4 z' }# ]( O# }. }# o( rThis 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./ n1 c# f* [5 |% o
4 L& w( H- p; H, _% n/ K) aAs 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.5 s% w8 ]5 T* h$ y4 Y7 Z) \% m
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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- N1 X3 Y2 `' P9 b W$ o! sHe/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.+ ^6 e$ n$ G" m
0 t4 N7 c, D9 WAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 ( \# W3 h0 x; E7 U3 O" D
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E54 e5 {* {3 Z' L2 H
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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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