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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton$ y: y6 X: t8 Y
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca+ {) c8 H) ?- Z6 l
% }0 |5 ^& f. `* g y9 t7 f& r; YPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
( ` E2 d, z* Y5 v, @Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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& f5 L* g# J# z0 {: PThe 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. . ~: x- Q$ L, a* J
6 }- l, i# y+ L0 k- ~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.
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+ g: ]+ z) L# ~3 R, AThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.7 F0 i* j. _& N' H
% j& Z; J( v1 s$ iAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
3 b5 P% \. u/ qBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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! o' _" V! f U `1 a4 T) bPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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