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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton" D/ X' c( ?/ w& V5 T
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca9 G* M( S9 ]/ v) }6 j* Z/ m
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator * ~" h. f/ J+ m9 j4 _) V3 D
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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2 e: Y2 V6 ~( U! _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. 1 M9 @0 q9 i) c7 Q
0 X" S# w; d. b; { N' A/ k# C2 CThis 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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0 }5 u V( D7 ] b, p) QAs 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.! \+ j9 H; g$ e3 [( }; T
3 j4 a, B( p3 M3 Y& A2 g; U. F ^; sThe 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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.$ }2 }; @4 p: N
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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.1 z: V z! m* R9 s" S
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
5 x; E4 E* F4 P5 z! T. U8 JBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E59 r/ Z0 f+ ~: l3 i o/ N
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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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