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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton( b5 k" k; l. p) n7 C, x/ y |
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator ' u2 s4 N% @: Y8 c
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. $ s6 P, x+ h/ z' E4 c+ g- j
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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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( G$ t2 B; Q+ bThis 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.& d$ Q' m$ B" ]6 D* k7 k
% A8 |' h& `( B! s. \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.( Y5 n; X- C" [5 `+ q0 {( c
' \; _. v% Q9 X" n: i4 ]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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" g9 k9 \" g/ `5 n5 fAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 % T ]' W1 C8 ?! ^
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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/ H `. ^6 M) I z- r" }% XPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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