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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton7 x$ Z: t4 A: a% l
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca0 Q Z! |! e7 ^0 r7 ?+ W! `
2 ~! [2 N e. L, q/ A* n3 pPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator $ _# s: f/ ]( m+ F: J+ K
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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9 ~5 s: ?% L5 R1 \! F" JThe 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. i0 `$ d8 r* x; [2 W
) v9 `( O0 d, n A1 ?; ^( MAs 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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1 b1 d- V9 } p; p) v6 E4 BHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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5 }# D9 G1 W! g0 V5 U$ Z+ hAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 " S8 ^, z1 g1 K' N5 q( m. l% D
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5; }8 C8 Z% A* Q7 r3 d& U
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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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