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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton" F& h/ T* c: S$ q, @
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca$ v: C6 U2 R: H5 [- V) b) }
* G b2 r7 \- S2 Y8 G* z2 H! CPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
- n4 U6 P m, _Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 6 s/ W8 |# y/ B1 p$ j9 f
& y. c5 o0 C/ ]( k/ E# l: jThe 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. * l$ n1 G/ |9 ~4 |8 W1 K
* a6 J& T# Y; y* eThis 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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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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* v3 w* T* d/ UThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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6 @! [ @3 t3 y' l, G" EHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.# f) b6 [: B/ I% H" L
( d! O, O" s% y! ?" n8 Y- i1 BAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
( r6 v( ^' B# m8 t2 `% A PBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5; v7 ?3 N+ s# T$ H& v
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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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