Social Worker at Mennonite Centre for Newcomers

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Social Worker   
Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers (EMCN)
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* @5 F8 d4 h  J& g: R0 ~Responsibilities
% S. C7 n( `' [: d2 k" P4 i# x Complete comprehensive intake and needs assessment process and develop referral and case plans to support newcomers in fully settling and participating in the community  
 Continue to follow-up with newcomers, EMCN staff and other service providers to ensure newcomers’ needs are met     
 Provide holistic counselling to individuals and families, including hands-on support with accessing resources and resolving difficult issues
 Advocate on newcomers’ behalf to programs, institutions and service providers
8 d  ?( _4 o! M/ T3 L/ `: F Research and maintain current information about programs and resources available in the community
 Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with staff of programs and services in the city and ensure EMCN clients access the most appropriate solutions to meet their needs
 Work as a team with EMCN staff to ensure holistic supports are provided to newcomers.

9 k2 N7 z# u2 F* I4 FQualifications
 Social work degree or diploma
6 j  Y! F3 o  y, Q2 G Current RSW designation preferred   
( K& _+ O. W; v. I) j Demonstrated experience with holistic case management and supportive counselling
 Knowledge of and experience in accessing a wide range of programs, services and supports available in the City  
+ A4 i- c) L2 G" H' x/ b Ability to effectively listen, assess needs and guide people in a supportive manner
* v" D. }# h! F4 j7 v& [( c Sensitivity to cross-cultural issues
2 |# G9 |) G& z, [$ M4 S+ ? Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
+ P: Q1 t9 w& Y' X5 v; D/ F Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
8 J0 _( W5 D$ ~7 j' u/ M& n( u* R; Y Ability to perform variety of diverse tasks under time pressure.

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- v( l) g$ L$ ]* L6 pEMCN is a community agency that provides a wide range of services to immigrants and refugees. Further information is available at www.emcn.ab.ca.  Salary for the position begins at $34 879. A cost-shared benefits plan, including RRSP, is available.
Please submit letter of application and resume to Maria Jagiello at #101, 10010-107A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5H 4H8 or 424-7736 (fax). The position will be open until a suitable candidate is found.
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7 _/ q' Q5 \% C8 d9 pWe thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.