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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton( D3 |$ m. N3 Z3 w" c( p2 P$ U
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca: I6 J* j8 q0 B+ g0 d3 K
) c. T4 p3 v, ^% G# SPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator / i; P& g5 W, R" U0 ~. |8 n3 B
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. " `. o$ g9 I! K+ D5 H6 t: H
( ~0 i' X; J% C, a- d/ F, qThe 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 X$ |8 V7 W/ z! x
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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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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.' J; c% K0 L( _
0 b2 u( b8 z$ ZThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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. G o2 o. F: R) q3 UHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.3 g3 o/ ^3 E* y3 P c; d$ X) `
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
. Z9 ^' c8 i& r7 J3 q8 ~By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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6 z: \1 _0 u' z1 @0 {+ tPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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