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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton: z$ u- u6 t% a5 s
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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9 m* z n, s8 A9 k+ i8 K- lPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
. |0 F5 M& m( y+ L) ATerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 5 c( ]3 `1 E! f G5 D
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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. 5 u; V2 n! l/ |2 |: d! J6 Z- X
* B* v/ z& a5 \6 ~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./ `+ B, M" I4 ]) |2 s3 e! i, g
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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# y. c( a5 |# O: R' q. z; MHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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$ v5 @* P: H; m3 p2 P; W% s' BAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
4 B! s9 l5 c. q) @5 U4 R, ~By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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; o8 Z% |6 U' x1 M* F6 N' |PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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