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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
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1 r* K- o6 |/ i5 T, TThe 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. % A) S' `7 {2 K7 F6 _: b
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.- {4 c/ K) T! I/ Q7 b3 ?# T% c" v$ |
: d. z# j4 C2 qHe/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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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
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7 ^: V" K+ @; U+ T& r- d4 N1 E9 lPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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