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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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8 }) l" a! U( oPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator ! L" M7 A; Y# @ F) l- c
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 5 U, q( V& i1 k. p7 d
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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. ! }% g- d! ?3 c6 [- {' @; l
% }: c( t( J# T# @, fThis 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.: A, o5 I! f9 Q" z3 o% | w
- a& C; w u8 h% b0 lAs 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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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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/ g; D3 a0 ^+ G( H7 nHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.2 e W; y! n$ _* P( @
% L% [, k' e$ G" AAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 + c W6 E8 Q8 M; ~
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5' ]2 u+ c; }# a& m- f
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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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