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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton, y; \, o+ U& C, b0 C5 t- _
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca; _+ T/ D( A! s+ a0 Z& O, a9 l
- N5 [' L9 k- t; H* U; Y JPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 8 x+ u0 {9 Y6 G h5 Y+ ]& o- S0 D
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 6 y6 r: r4 S2 z
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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. / n9 K9 I5 A6 f
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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.3 Y" N: l! `# V' [6 E$ W/ a* A
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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5 ~3 I8 |! y) Y- F! R+ ^$ x+ `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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! G1 \9 e' ?# d$ Q$ m' ]$ \2 _" m$ tAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
2 b }5 l9 ?2 Y. ^7 J9 A7 tBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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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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