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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton: H$ y8 w" O' T g8 p
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca: A* g- ?0 I) q* u$ G* f, D
0 m, C" @) H% y9 B0 Z% H! kPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 5 N# l- ?, w# |/ Q4 \
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. - r) _. M p( @; h9 p" N
3 z7 u) \; M8 @2 ?6 L/ k* ?1 p* W, cThe 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. / k1 p; R. a8 A8 F |" c9 V
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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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( r0 ?9 p$ n8 D; ~6 f/ r, I k& FAs 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.+ k' v- s: b& A4 B' d
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.1 F3 s9 |) k4 H8 t
) z/ o1 c1 X$ l# m. R4 SAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
: Q2 B: i+ c# X3 SBy 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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