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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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4 D" N! _( G' H6 `0 N8 G" H+ x1 bPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
& u! I2 |4 H/ `Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 2 i! o% X ^- \
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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.
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9 L+ v" h, w. o7 u# D; U0 HThis 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.' T# x, u8 P& ^, ~7 j0 g- |
$ g! I! X/ S2 m8 uAs 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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( c4 [7 t3 L7 `9 l: jThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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* q5 {' Z* d V% vHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.
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! e! ]4 M6 Z3 V/ tAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
6 x; ?, M. C+ u" a; XBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5# D3 v& @2 i* i) Z$ l3 l
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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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