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ASOS is currently recruiting an ambitious and
result-oriented individual to work as a permanent
full-time First Link Coordinator for the Sun
Country Resource Centre based in Weyburn.
In this exciting role, you will primarily support
people living with dementia and their family
caregivers. You will help build awareness with
physicians, specialists and other health care
providers about the First Link direct referral
program and how they can connect people with
dementia and their families to the programs and
services of the Alzheimer Society. You will also
provide information, support and referral to
Society and community programs and services
throughout the progression of the disease.
A full job description is available upon request.
Ideally, you will have the following key
attributes and qualifications:
Bachelor of Social Work or related degree
Three to five years experience with
Alzheimers disease and other dementias or a
related area
Comprehensive knowledge of Alzheimers
disease and related dementias, the diseases
impact on the person, the family and others. You
will also have knowledge about available community
resources.
Well developed public speaking and
communication skills
Strong organizational and relationship-
building skills
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively
with volunteers and staff
Professional and organized work ethic
Self-starter with the ability to work
independently
Outgoing personality
Creative problem solver
Ability to travel primarily within Sun
Country Health Region with valid drivers license.
Vehicle is required.
Salary Range: $35,000 - $50,000
The Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan provides
extended health benefits through 3SHealth and
participates in SHEPP (Saskatchewan HealthCare
Employees Pension Plan).
Essential Skills
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Computer use
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Membership in a provincial association of social workers
Additional Skills
- Use computer applications
- Supervise other social workers, paid para-professional staff, student trainees and volunteers
- Perform administrative tasks
Specific Skills
- Refer clients to agencies that provide financial assistance, legal aid, housing, medical treatment and other services
- Provide public education and consultation regarding counselling services, issues and methods
- Provide counsel and therapy to help clients resolve social and personal problems
- Interview clients to assess their situation and determine the types of services required and eligibility
- Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
Work Setting
- Community service organization
Client Population
- Adult
- Male
- Female
- Elderly
Area of Social Work Specialization
- Health
- Education and training
- Community development
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