Community Support Worker

3 days ago

Edmonton, Canada Sage Full time

Link Worker

Social Prescribing Program

At Sage Seniors Association, a powerful sense of mission influences everything we do. We want every Edmonton senior to live a full and healthy life, to do as much as they can, as well as they can, for as long as they can. To do this well, to strive to be the best we can be at it, we need great people who are eager to join that mission.

The Link Worker will work with Individuals referred by medical professionals to the Social Prescribing to provide support through connecting older adults to daily living and social support in the community. This could include assistance in accessing food resources, transportation, physical activities, volunteer opportunities or assistance in filling out forms. The Link worker will provide direct support by providing information or attending appointments with the client. The goal of this position is to assist older adults to age safely in place.

Sage is committed to promoting a community where all seniors are valued and have the opportunity to live according to their beliefs, abilities, and aspirations. We employ an anti-racist and anti-oppressive approach across the organization and work explicitly to combat ageism to support the holistic well-being of all seniors living in our community.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Knowledge of issues impacting older adults and the community resources available
- Proficient problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions
- Computer literacy including Microsoft Office
- Proficient oral and written communication skills and organizational skills
- Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector is required
- Vehicle required; valid class 5 driver’s license and $2 million auto liability insurance
- Experience working with older adults and volunteers
- Previous experience as a community worker is an asset
- Experience working with diverse cultures

The position is a temporary, full-time position to April 30, 2025 with some flexibility for 0.8 FTE to full-time hours depending on preference. The starting rate is $22.32/hr. Sage Seniors Association offers an outstanding work life balance with a 35-hour workweek, generous paid sick time, and paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day. Sage also observes 13 statutory holidays in the calendar year. Sage is offering significant flexibility through a hybrid working environment (remote Fridays). Social Workers are re-imbursed a pro-rated amount for their annual ACSW registration fee as well as Social Worker Liability Insurance premiums.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: From $22.32 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you live within an hour of downtown Edmonton?
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
- Are you willing to provide a Police Information Check?
- Do you have a vehicle?

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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