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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton7 s' X+ x% ?. O5 Q: w
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca) z, h9 C0 A" Z6 S; } c) @2 r
0 L: c0 j' B) i0 NPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator " F3 e0 j/ L! Z& V! k1 s
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. 8 F8 r( _) t/ |
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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.
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& |) n2 W+ a4 c8 }- o, HThis 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.0 c3 X; M5 K6 P+ Q
& }8 d. [/ @; G8 d- p9 X m9 UAs 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.; t, I v# `4 _
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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.
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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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! [% z* b; K4 _APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
& H- U- a. G `% ^By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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4 n4 t4 K5 c( F% ~PS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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