The Opportunity
Location
Good Samaritan Canada Christenson Village
585 Shaw Road, Gibsons, BC
Employment Type
Permanent Part-Time 0.5 FTE, Position is based out of Gibsons but will also provide some virtual support to our New Westminster location.
End Date
Until successful candidate is found.
Employee Group
BC Out-of-Scope
Correction: Must be a Registered Nurse to apply for this position.
As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose.
Reporting to the Director of Quality and Professional Development, the Educator Coordinator prepares regulated and unregulated staff for their roles as caregivers or regulated nurses in a variety of care settings. The Educator Coordinator provides leadership in the clinical practice setting, while supporting staff in coaching and skills updates. The Educator Coordinator assists in the development, execution, and revision of teaching materials in alignment with Provincial legislation and the Standards. The education being provided ensures each staff members can adapt to the changing environment of the healthcare industry and continue to learn as updates and legislation evolve. The Educator Coordinator holds an important role in the support of staff to achieve competent, safe, and ethical care for their residents/clients.
Educational and other Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Equivalent
- Active registration in good standing with CARNA or BCCNP
- Certification in gerontology is an asset.
Work Experience
- Recent professional experience in care of the elderly
- Experience in education and demonstrated ability in enhancing learning of others
- 2-5 years of clinical practice.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to deal effectively with change management in a
- diplomatic and professional manner
- Comfortable using the computer including email, internet and Microsoft Office
- Ability to create and write educational materials
- Possesses excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Demonstrates excellent organizational and leadership skills and is able to motivate and coach staff
- Demonstrates an ability to utilize multiple communication tools
- Exhibits an open and sincere approach by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone
- Maintain an individual’s dignity and self-worth with all interactions
- Demonstrates flexibility by changing routine to accommodate organizational needs
Requirements:
- A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and Clearance Letter prior to the hire date.
- A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.
Good Samaritan is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
We thank all applicants, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted for an interview.
