 鲜花( 47)  鸡蛋( 0)
|
Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
# d* V, i) M, S$ q, ?Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
y6 z- B# o$ L2 j7 `# p7 y+ k+ o$ j" a b2 T
Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator p. U8 i3 p' W* ?& [
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
- A; D3 B4 c, X! G+ n" Q/ O/ w& |+ k" ?
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.
5 t. B. a% E0 L* L8 y+ |$ {0 i! U+ C' d
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.
, \; E J. j1 p# U7 C6 I: Q. g* g3 p5 r% l* E, X: F
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 c- r: ~% b& c& T. h: l. r
& o s/ X+ O) \$ }( Y& D! dThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.9 C- G; d& u0 w, c2 q( R3 V: z
% k' a1 E9 J6 d- rHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
* x& v% }) k3 s& E/ ]+ n3 A7 ~$ @$ O' w3 ?! X4 I5 ?4 s! q
APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
* X' Z2 o/ M, g, \$ SBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5: s( ?/ l8 h' n& X% Y" c& O! y
( b% V( `6 m8 S% y) q7 _) U& H lPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
|