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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
8 Q# s+ W& Y" M K1 XLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 1 Y, `1 A- `: z3 x9 F" f0 _1 K
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 3 g* |0 w3 o3 K7 K% c
- x7 T" Z7 u7 O# tThe 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. ( Y- p/ b, r; O: U/ A
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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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6 P6 c5 P% {$ V! _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.
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& ~2 A4 h$ F5 X; v0 PThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.! Z* \- o8 X9 N# {+ ]& N
% G6 N! Q$ P$ p- a* i; uHe/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.* w% Y1 p$ y1 b/ ]
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
w' _( L7 ~0 Y. ~; XBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5, G9 Z. ^! B" ` [; g
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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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