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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
: N# y H# }' f0 G- D- N! Y+ V! ALearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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4 t6 a8 s+ q% {5 j2 J8 L1 y& PPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 5 x8 `# T* D& X* ? _5 u$ W
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 3 U/ B5 z( r% ?$ o0 A
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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. 1 S6 p" A! R- m) {
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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.( m% z; j% |$ Z% b
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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 z! P, Z. F5 h8 W M
2 J# `3 `% Q V% ]/ 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.9 U' Z) p% i. l! V5 {6 p
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.$ j) z7 [( f' P
! V2 m' H d7 V4 A! D* Z, EAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
# E$ h! D( d6 VBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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, z8 B$ k. e+ ]PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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