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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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7 j/ E2 d. L! g6 g2 G+ V4 qPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator 2 b0 l9 U+ C; c/ H8 K- z. ^$ |
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 4 z6 E8 R6 J) E9 h3 D' J
( e' k( T- ~" m2 z, d6 V! N7 TThe 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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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.2 W) {' V8 E7 o, j3 e. Q4 C
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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.* d {' g1 Z7 m9 O6 u
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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./ k* }! E, T, m( E* Y
/ O- G9 o: S HHe/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.- t# o4 s9 b( ^' b; ]4 N: o
8 C1 x+ j. E0 K3 E; CAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 $ { X8 n' b# i. Q& ~) _
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5 F/ P6 e+ ~1 [& L0 C# E* J
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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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