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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
: E. s7 o# M6 ~1 x+ C9 w+ v0 GLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator , P% K7 ~+ O% O. K+ v0 v. T
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. 3 h6 ?4 S# B) X/ c. F
. w0 f1 F4 Q6 \7 O6 G8 F: F) u3 @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 F' k' H5 J3 g
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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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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.. w3 j0 U @; U/ g1 V4 |
2 T5 z7 c& n, D, n$ _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.( A$ x( B* S8 I9 A" ~/ J9 P
6 K: r$ E' Q8 ~/ u" n! MAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 ; J {9 e# D2 Z6 l
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E54 d1 r6 ?0 B8 f: {' ?/ }5 L3 `( P" H
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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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