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Employment Opportunity / SAGE - Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton
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/ W% J7 A+ \. R5 k" |Position: Social Work Services Assessment Coordinator * |$ C8 G1 { h! K% P! d. L. Q a
Terms: Full time, permanent / Closing Date: 05.28.10.
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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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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.6 J4 K; Y; E$ ?# a6 D' ^# G. k2 i
( Q; ?7 l3 l" W& Z0 t5 }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.
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" U7 j: M& g6 sThe 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.8 W( m" D. s+ L" ?, o: t
& L' v: X9 x `% w9 N/ LHe/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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1 Q. F: ~8 j) {/ VAPPLY in confidence – By email: jnoonan@mysage.ca / By Fax: 780.426.5175 4 Y+ b; W4 }' _; t7 {8 q! @2 T
By mail: Director of Operations, 15 Sir Winston Churchill SQ., Edmonton, AB T5J 2E5
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; w4 x. `7 o. X* c! F8 v- V1 _# sPS. We thank all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. |
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