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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
* _3 e. h/ Q2 y" p8 [Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
+ y% I7 ~' x) b- _- xTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ! _4 K2 j. w* @, \
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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. & [( t8 c3 I( z# J
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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. y8 ~/ C, k0 e0 V. E$ `' Z# |9 p8 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.' {# P; }( i V( q
6 K, M0 ^" ]3 M' S6 j" b# d5 b! ~% m* bThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.$ u0 O: h/ O# r( R) F0 W( L* U) c
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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.
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
, P l J+ P5 g& q6 {* K* r" VBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E55 w: b9 m6 Y n
& l/ M7 A! M6 CPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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