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SFA Coordinator - Edmonton

Government of Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta

SFA Coordinator - Edmonton

Government of Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta
 
Salary: $2,073.50 to $2,549.41 bi-weekly ($54,118 - $66,539/year)
 

Job Information
Job Title: SFA Coordinator
Job Requisition ID: 70689
Ministry: Seniors, Community and Social Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: 2 Permanent Positions
Scope: Open Competition 
Closing Date: May 14,2025 
Classification: Administrative Support 6 
Salary: $2,073.50 to $2,549.41 bi-weekly ($54,118 - $66,539/year)

 

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx.

 

Seniors, Community and Social Services provides supports for seniors, families, and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, continuing care, financial supports, affordable housing, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. The Ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families. For more information on the Seniors, Community and Social Services Ministry, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/seniors-community-and-social-services.aspx 

Role Responsibilities

The Ministry of Seniors, Community and Social Services is currently seeking two Senior Financial Assistance Coordinators to join their dynamic team within the Seniors Services Division.  

 

As the Senior Financial Assistance (SFA) Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the departments mandate to ensure the independence and well-being of Alberta seniors. As the SFA Coordinator, you have the important role of determining eligibility for the Alberta Seniors Benefit and the Dental and Optical Assistance programs using current legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures. 

 

Reporting to the Team Lead, Alberta Seniors Benefit the Seniors Financial Assistance Coordinator is responsible for:

  • Determining Eligibility – Assessing seniors' eligibility for applicable social based programs and services within the context of current legislation, regulations, and policies
  • Income Renewal – Annual recalculation of benefit eligibility for seniors beginning July 1st of each year to maximize changes in eligibility
  • Maintain Corporate Database – Maintains corporate database that facilitates effective delivery of the Alberta Seniors Benefit, Special Needs Assistance, Seniors Property Tax Deferral, and the Dental and Optical Assistance programs
  • System Testing – Responsible for manual calculations and data analyses to ensure changes in regulatory policy and operational guidelines are reflected in the system
  • Payment Management – Works closely with Payment Management Unit to research, and process returned payments and other payment requests.

 

As the ideal candidate you will exercise professionalism, initiative, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to working in a collaborative team environment. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to carry out duties in a timely and accurate fashion are necessary to succeed in this position. Extensive problem-solving skills and strong computer skills are also required.

Please click on this link JR70689-AS6-SFA Coordinator-JD to view the job description for this position

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

 

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Qualifications

Minimum Recruitment Standard:

  • A High School Diploma and 4 years of directly related experience is required. 

 

Equivalency: Directly related experience or education considered on the basis of: one year of experience for one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. 

 

Experience in the following areas is required: 

  • Working with benefit programs
  • Experience in determining benefit eligibility
  • Experience working with financial information

 

Experience in the following areas is considered an asset:

  • Experience with any of the provincial Seniors Financial Assistance programs 
  • Knowledge of federal Seniors Programs 

 

Preference will be given to candidates with: 

  • Knowledge of legal documents (eg. Power of Attorney, Personal Directives, Wills, etc.

 

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Locartion: Edmonton

 

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.

 

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. 

 

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

 

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

How To Apply  
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

 

Candidates are required to apply online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.

 

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).
 
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
 
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

 

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.

 

If you require any further information on this job posting or require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Nadine Uwimana at Nadine.Uwimana@gov.ab.ca

 

For any questions or interest regarding this employer and the application process, please contact:

Mohammad Haidar

Mohammad.Haidar@gov.ab.ca

About Government of Alberta

Join us in shaping Alberta's future. As the Government of Alberta, we are committed to creating a stronger province for generations to come. The Alberta Public Service works to deliver a vast array of programs and services to meet the needs of Albertans.

With a diverse range of rewarding employment opportunities, we foster an environment that promotes continuous learning and career growth. As one of the largest employers in Alberta, our team is driven by values of respect, accountability, integrity, and excellence. Together, we share a common vision of building a stronger province, making a positive and lasting difference in the lives of Albertans.

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