Specialized Link Worker

ALC Community Transitions 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 Specialized Link Worker will work with Individuals referred into the program by Acute care. The Specialized Link Worker provides direct, person-centered, individualized support by connecting older adults to programs and services that address social and practical needs identified in their care plan. This includes educating individuals about available supports, assisting them in accessing, navigating and connecting to services and ensure services are delivered. The goal of this position is to support older adults to transition home from ALC spaces to age safely in place by coordinating necessary supports.

Sage is committed to promoting a community where all seniors are valued and have the chance 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 including complex needs and transitions from ALC settings and community resources available
• Proficient problem-solving skills, advocacy skills,
  
  
  
  and the ability to make informed decisions
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office
• Proficient planning, organizational and documentation 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 with complex needs is preferred
• Experience working with diverse cultures and ethnocultural communities is an asset

This position is a permanent, full-time in-person (35 hours/week) position. The salary range for this position is $40,586 - $48,504 plus 100% Employer paid Health & Dental plan, and 5% matched Pension plan. Salary considerations are based on an assessment of the successful candidate’s education, skills, previous experience and other factors. Sage Seniors Association offers an outstanding work life balance with 3 weeks of vacation to start, a 35-hour workweek, and generous sick leave accruals. Sage also observes 13 statutory holidays in the calendar year. This position will require some evenings and weekends; shift differential will be applied.

Pay: $40,586.00-$48,504.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off

Application question(s):

• Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?
• How many years of experience do you have working with seniors?
• Do you have a vehicle and a valid Class 5 Drivers License?
• Are you available to work some evenings and weekends?

Work Location: In person