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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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0 t' {; z1 R" }2 i* Y. NPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
, c8 c0 p @6 o( L ?' x9 \Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ! c6 w( K- t' q% `: v8 g+ j
( y% @8 q8 V' V2 k+ q. {6 B. EThe 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. ; s- r2 r# C3 `9 Q# p
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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.; ?" C* @- B0 d. `. P
- t" X& W9 J# ]# k! gThe 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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5 s- b4 X" |6 J1 T) _' Y) D8 CHe/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
# @& C* |2 k3 }) `1 D7 ~; A4 j; wBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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5 N2 A8 s6 Y+ A9 e) S0 kPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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