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Social Worker
. `9 j T0 X) p$ X* u, KEdmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers (EMCN)1 x8 Z5 t) l$ w$ W
, o) n; D. B& k4 sResponsibilities
! {: [) [- }5 p( a Complete comprehensive intake and needs assessment process and develop referral and case plans to support newcomers in fully settling and participating in the community
# `5 B( k) A3 D! b5 L Continue to follow-up with newcomers, EMCN staff and other service providers to ensure newcomers’ needs are met ' O/ a$ R0 w) C2 T# [/ }3 M: O
 Provide holistic counselling to individuals and families, including hands-on support with accessing resources and resolving difficult issues! e: I% |6 R$ n
 Advocate on newcomers’ behalf to programs, institutions and service providers
2 Y/ H( G0 c9 Q* V Research and maintain current information about programs and resources available in the community, C0 e I' {4 b5 Z; O
 Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with staff of programs and services in the city and ensure EMCN clients access the most appropriate solutions to meet their needs0 ^+ u- `2 V& i) E0 L7 q
 Work as a team with EMCN staff to ensure holistic supports are provided to newcomers.& f8 u8 c; k$ S2 \/ _9 K, d, ?
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Qualifications
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 Current RSW designation preferred 8 L" l1 m( h3 { b- W0 O# ]
 Demonstrated experience with holistic case management and supportive counselling2 d m+ L+ j( _" z7 Y4 l
 Knowledge of and experience in accessing a wide range of programs, services and supports available in the City . C" v4 g7 ~. c [4 ?. i
 Ability to effectively listen, assess needs and guide people in a supportive manner
( L0 g& D, P- f& g/ I' W Sensitivity to cross-cultural issues
. U# F: S. e2 T4 S9 E$ r Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills% W1 I, f1 [# W" G
 Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- F6 @0 h4 u6 {4 }: r Ability to perform variety of diverse tasks under time pressure.) u/ \& ]7 D; O6 o9 s8 v) M
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# [! j. I3 J/ ]; e# nEMCN is a community agency that provides a wide range of services to immigrants and refugees. Further information is available at www.emcn.ab.ca. Salary for the position begins at $34 879. A cost-shared benefits plan, including RRSP, is available.* E& J- h, j& m7 Y
Please submit letter of application and resume to Maria Jagiello at #101, 10010-107A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5H 4H8 or 424-7736 (fax). The position will be open until a suitable candidate is found.! Z/ V' l& _3 g
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We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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