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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton3 m" n! L$ E2 m! I9 S, Z# ?
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca6 u: A; C+ x4 l) c
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
8 o; n' }4 }+ RTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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G: J9 `9 |) L% i* W) w4 UThe 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. 7 Z" P0 `7 s. r0 k. C
1 g e9 q) Q+ J0 S6 ^, RThis 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 j" L$ {' R/ XAs 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.' q9 M8 w& G& p8 Y" H9 E/ f
& ~* Z0 a" i# U* S/ HThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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2 @4 X. e) ?* f& B+ WHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.* \. T; o% Y' @: q( E; v1 S
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
7 a) z# j. u/ e* m$ ~By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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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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