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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
# b& _ s L: F$ `Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca- t$ P/ h0 F) l& ?
9 E5 H; a, f4 F8 BPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
k& S+ I1 X, M( h/ L& MTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 6 M; ]8 H0 s: X4 t
! w/ y4 T$ f' M# L0 M9 e r3 rThe 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. % F* x$ E& @0 \" w' v7 t- q [# r& C
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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.+ [" z: K0 q( m9 `+ Y" N; w5 m
; ?) o$ }8 a. o* a2 Z* j' GAs 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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; _4 s" e" u# o9 ^' w3 vThe 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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" F- i) R+ q- z* O: GHe/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 ( B& }8 l2 I: [# o1 a5 U( `6 d
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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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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