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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton& h _% A6 R* x, ]
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
. v7 q" @$ h g! }Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. * P0 u, \. _3 e2 \/ E/ m
+ K8 v7 `! U: _ \' B# g8 hThe 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.
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8 E1 }0 M2 z5 f- R& ~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.5 r1 A7 u* @% V- Z" {$ \
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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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: ?7 h! Z- u- Z# B; G) ? 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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% X( w4 k% O$ N6 THe/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.. N7 O7 W0 Z' l5 R2 d [6 u0 G! `
a+ q8 X5 r# ~5 g4 I+ qAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
$ j j! R, W1 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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