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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
/ f9 d, a6 {9 ]$ {- k xLearn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca
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Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
3 ~% o3 a" A- n5 K( y: T+ |Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. $ `, t- W4 P) d( G% ^% X, J& r; k
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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. 6 z( \. n0 a# ?+ a3 H2 n$ s) d
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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.0 V% i% W) Z9 D+ B. r
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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.: P, m4 U" b! p
& D6 b1 Y( x' N, J8 `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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients.! L- d% r5 w, p" ^
" t3 r: V+ O% nHe/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.$ ~& P* W, R) c* q T
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APPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 2 j+ V) x3 e6 F( O# i) T$ O9 Q' W3 N
By 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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