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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton/ D1 Y! V% V6 g6 z3 [2 t
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca# b0 G( y5 K. p, C c& C% b
5 V. P7 T/ w5 i; hPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator / U! d/ u. E; {! f1 m: X8 M
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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0 q% `. |/ t: M6 s! K" dThe 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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( ], A5 Y& k9 rThis 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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+ {$ X" I r4 v+ } f. AAs 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.% }- l' i$ f% h1 P; I
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.' F4 y5 u2 Y1 p4 j/ L. l7 N
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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6 }7 ~ D: t$ ~' g5 d+ h: N2 mAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
& _9 K; D! Q. \$ v6 Y' v/ jBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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3 ~% V% f( a" Q9 K: V" ePS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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