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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton3 N: m# O$ [1 e' r( I. E$ v+ f
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca7 l! o$ u; ^% M! _) ^$ ^
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
: }" v; p$ ^) b, P9 D* KTerms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ' m; v" n5 s, k/ T& m
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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. 2 m2 E* b1 I) Q$ R4 g8 I/ N+ S6 a
- H$ E1 A4 e. EThis 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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' k+ v0 ]0 W4 k i- v) @2 W BAs 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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6 p. a' x0 E. S3 w5 r* tThe 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.
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# g2 A; I0 L0 S8 N& `. _APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
2 C* u6 K; ~1 F/ i: o( CBy 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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