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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
; |% l+ m) B" w7 z! MLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca5 J5 W: d0 H4 `9 l4 s8 S% l( ^. v
* U- C+ f! Y! k" ~4 fPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
0 q3 i! D# y0 Q& I- d! oTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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# v- D$ D9 E2 ?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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" B7 S" A7 o3 Z* o8 ? Q! A. s. QThis 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.
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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.4 M. y- p+ W* q) 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.& _8 s" F, k7 U: M0 |: `
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 ; _& ]! ^. I* W1 y! n! Y1 K
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5* Q. Y$ [) H& Z# \# M
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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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