Social Worker at Mennonite Centre for Newcomers

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Social Worker   
# j( w# `+ |; i/ n" LEdmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers (EMCN)
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8 W. h* x% P- L) f$ x1 vResponsibilities
4 M1 b- \9 V1 L Complete comprehensive intake and needs assessment process and develop referral and case plans to support newcomers in fully settling and participating in the community  
1 O, d' J, p2 H" w Continue to follow-up with newcomers, EMCN staff and other service providers to ensure newcomers’ needs are met     
7 x2 {6 e+ Z9 A# F1 x0 m Provide holistic counselling to individuals and families, including hands-on support with accessing resources and resolving difficult issues
 Advocate on newcomers’ behalf to programs, institutions and service providers
% A& F$ g- \. J Research and maintain current information about programs and resources available in the community
 Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with staff of programs and services in the city and ensure EMCN clients access the most appropriate solutions to meet their needs
 Work as a team with EMCN staff to ensure holistic supports are provided to newcomers.

! v0 k9 B$ E3 y- l8 M/ c2 v5 mQualifications
 Social work degree or diploma
# z8 l0 `2 y8 L& I" } Current RSW designation preferred   
$ o/ ?2 C8 z9 E. @6 [ Demonstrated experience with holistic case management and supportive counselling
; k! X1 {! }6 b1 `( G Knowledge of and experience in accessing a wide range of programs, services and supports available in the City  
 Ability to effectively listen, assess needs and guide people in a supportive manner
 Sensitivity to cross-cultural issues
 Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
 Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
 Ability to perform variety of diverse tasks under time pressure.
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0 A* d; b8 e4 R9 d) J$ C1 bEMCN is a community agency that provides a wide range of services to immigrants and refugees. Further information is available at www.emcn.ab.ca.  Salary for the position begins at $34 879. A cost-shared benefits plan, including RRSP, is available.
0 F. G+ k$ V5 H9 i* R0 F; kPlease submit letter of application and resume to Maria Jagiello at #101, 10010-107A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5H 4H8 or 424-7736 (fax). The position will be open until a suitable candidate is found.

We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.