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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
( v E% O% s0 e, m9 wLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator - n5 {8 w* L" i2 N' q3 U0 r
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ) n6 G, K# a% J. |
5 G+ ?4 h) h5 P( _' K, kThe 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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/ L$ \4 ~. W4 u1 H$ M% g6 _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.7 ]! d2 o V- P1 V" X; p# A
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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.: Q; u, p" l& B- [( E; |
9 ~9 F3 k& ]$ v1 KThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients., x. _& o4 a- U9 m0 w5 _/ R
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.* f. D( a1 Q8 }3 r6 t/ x
# _' f1 s) K. [. jAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
7 a( ?; d* h$ ^/ |* o, }; \By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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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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