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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton5 K/ S! i+ ]5 S. R, o5 q
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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. J0 c. j) F; o* ^2 Q! {5 hPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator . r9 t( u# M8 c3 H0 n
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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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. . ?, |% w; @ `+ |
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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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: C$ x, {. O5 F3 j* |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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8 M8 F8 v0 f, i- F4 O; [( 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.7 U$ x* W4 x! o( _" C) y
% C1 H9 Q4 s* C OHe/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." u* [3 F- i! P- ?6 c
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
" p" {- q9 U: J% g! c& wBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E58 a, @1 v% Q+ M$ M
+ c6 Q9 i6 l0 N2 [ } b; O, A( KPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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