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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton( ]0 E1 q1 [! U/ d
Learn about our community work, visit us online at: http://www.mysage.ca' ?1 H% m4 j W$ j8 V( @& t
" `* Q) ?' q' v# l7 K, KPosition: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator
% w( n/ j0 q. Z1 k; w* ]Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10. ) A+ y; {" _" R- \5 j
5 O2 n% M+ X* o6 z# }+ Q5 e( nThe 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. # [$ R. p# g# K' F1 @6 C
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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.
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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.2 \# D2 I9 j& K5 {3 q- m
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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 $1 million auto liability insurance with a rider that permits transportation of clients." J2 H: s; [( k6 e2 h
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He/she has experience in community-based case management/assessment, is able to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of older people, is knowledgeable of community resources & services related to older people, is self-motivated/able to work as part of a team, has excellent communication & problem solving skills, has familiarity/experience with issues related to senior volunteers and is computer literate especially with MS Word & Excel.- |% Z, F/ k$ W$ Q
# m' f! e' k0 VAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175
- T' R, v) K4 b8 J, l YBy mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5* N5 R9 p9 F) H
# ` F$ D% C( t3 w2 gPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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