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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton2 n4 l( P/ [& ^4 S7 H* i
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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' j# F8 J1 t; [6 ZPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator ! N a' ` S# m; x- q8 m
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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+ S0 q: P: [4 I4 u' C/ CThe 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. 3 Y9 l# r" }/ y c( U3 Y/ a# y
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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.% @( ~( _, p% D0 p$ P
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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./ e8 W: j" T6 L' }9 C6 {
" w5 F" ^9 b4 `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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.
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6 P0 \, Z9 K5 \. R% P; CHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.1 T$ R" ?2 _/ S' Y9 M
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 % r4 a( B, z. h
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E50 C: i3 n& n# S3 A" E3 }! B
9 Z8 y r$ y2 EPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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