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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton5 T3 {8 T v8 ^9 N5 P
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca! d% b$ M( O8 M) x- u- Y
6 W5 d. s( c: f$ o! K- IPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
1 e" R# D, ~4 ~% |7 ATerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 4 O8 e! u0 e$ b% e1 \4 e$ d4 {3 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.
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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.0 t9 Z: p0 o+ v$ n3 f9 E
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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." P5 t H) d$ }$ o/ r5 Z1 v
$ ]: s0 l0 Y& ~& [: HThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.( n9 e& v; U8 ]
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 1 w! F( G3 p6 M! M: e; ?
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5# [$ I2 r, r e
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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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