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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton U0 F. b! }6 d2 }' \! Q
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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( _$ b% L% J. S5 { L- qPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator & ?% I0 T b8 _
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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/ h v8 S' E) {7 E$ F, s1 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. ! I3 U4 M7 l/ p, O6 `4 K
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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 U) z" o; b( o9 q0 e8 G& u
0 X/ e, s/ r5 e: m/ k$ jAs 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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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients." G5 U1 y K$ d- D9 J! m5 ^
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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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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
1 E" V* x. [6 x5 @. vBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5& Z( Z; a( Z+ _3 B5 O, @$ z$ A
4 q& U8 q [; u9 ]! bPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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