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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton% \" ?' D- f% ]) }% s, J
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator ; z C2 v4 K: v- D5 C6 H
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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0 B+ o( u: L8 }$ B* N; Q8 lThe 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. ; L T! c1 E, i7 v
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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.
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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.0 D1 {9 j# C! d4 j- p# K/ l
8 X! J; ]* _1 q C+ EThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.9 X( t3 S/ A- e: j+ E
% m4 }' [2 B3 c/ P$ Z* 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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0 z; K/ y' l5 l% GAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
* F6 I& s2 }' HBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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% A1 {; L" B$ U; V9 w9 g) Z8 ` ^PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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