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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
6 I9 z. i4 M/ w4 C, SLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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7 o- |$ j' d4 \/ f" H* f! nPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
& j+ r8 E; X rTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 6 r# ]: r; b2 T2 n8 s( h z
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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. - h v' m9 G# w; b
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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./ y% E: w: I! D a. t8 n
_0 H# w( l7 q+ C: o, sAs 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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& D. [7 C- g+ {9 J4 `! D! ^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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.' G% C# q4 e, Q! a
' a/ k+ _5 Q" bHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
B0 g# h a7 y" U4 IBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5. N1 x. w2 n4 p$ w
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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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