Additional Information :
For over 50 years, the Northern Lakes College vision has been to increase accessibility to educational opportunities. With 25 locations across northern Alberta, program sites throughout Alberta, and a unique Supported Distance Learning model, students can access quality educational opportunities without leaving their community. Students can study from the comforts of home, work, on the road, or from one of the many College locations. Northern Lakes College offers a variety of university transfer, diploma, and certificate programs, including Academic Upgrading, Business & Administrative Studies, Health & Human Service Careers, Pre-Employment & Apprenticeship Trades, Resource Technology, University Studies, and Continuing Education & Corporate Training certificates and courses. We support and promote professional development and wellness opportunities, and provide our employees with an attractive benefits plan and competitive salaries.
The College service region offers numerous recreational activities for the entire family to enjoy!
Northern Lakes College has the following full-time ongoing position available :
Instructor, Health Care Aide
Reference #NLC-2157
Salary : $57,216 to $92,616 per year
August 19, 2024 to ongoing
Location : To be determined
Qualifications :
- Must be a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse;
- Eligibility for registration for CLPNA, CPRNA, or CARNA;
- Minimum one (1) year continuing care clinical experience in a health care facility;
- Excellent communication and organizational skills;
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office;
- Willingness to travel.
Successful candidate must provide college or university transcripts and criminal record check to Human Resources prior to commencement.
This position is covered under the Collective Agreement between Northern Lakes College and the Faculty Association of Northern Lakes College.
Northern Lakes College, Human Resources, 1201 Main Street SE, Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3
Northern Lakes College thanks all applicants for their interest in employment; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Position Description
Title : Instructor, Health Programs – Health Care Aide
Major Job Function :
The key responsibilities include : instruction in lab, classroom and workplace settings, assessing prior learning, tutoring, student recruitment and advising, record keeping and administration.
Duties and Responsibilities :
provide individual and group instruction in classroom, laboratory and workplace settingsbecome knowledgeable of Health Care Aide Program and program expectationsuse a variety of teaching techniques and strategies, including educational technology if required, which are appropriate for adult learnersprovide students with accurate and timely information regarding courses and programensure that students are familiar with the content of the student handbookestablish and maintain a classroom / laboratory environment conducive to learning; maintain an inventory of supplies and materials;provide opportunities for students' evaluation of instruction; make adjustments as needed in response to student feedbackprovide access to educational resourcesbuild a mutually comfortable working relationship with students; advocate on behalf of studentsdemonstrate a respect for individual differencesmeet / communicate with each student on a regular basisencourage peer support activitiesmonitor student attendance and progress; identify and assist students experiencing difficulties; use probationary / performance contracts as required; make probation and termination recommendationsorganize / facilitate student orientation to the college and programensure exam security, co-ordinate exam schedule and organize / supervise exams as requiredco-ordinate administration of course, program and College evaluation forms, withdrawals and registrationsliaise with student sponsors / employersassist in promoting college programs : project a positive image of the college; maintain and encourage good public relations; display a client service attitude; identify and participate in promotional activities; assist with the development of promotional materials and activities; identify and share promotional ideasmaintain confidentiality of information; act in accordance with FOIP regulationsadhere to College and program policies, procedures and guidelinesparticipate in professional development; annually identify learning goals and provide evidence of progress toward achieving goalsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities
The incumbent is able to demonstrate :
sensitivity to the needs of adult learnersflexibilityability to work, at times, with uncertaintya balanced approach to the needs to the students and the requirements of the institutionability to make positive contributions to short and long term planning based on experience with post-secondary learning and adult learnersa positive, problem-solving approach to the workability to function well as a member of a teamQualifications :
Must be a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical NurseEligibility for registration for CLPNA, CPRNA, or CARNAMinimum one (1) year continuing care clinical experience in a health care facilityExcellent communication and organizational skillsGood working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeWillingness to travelCompetitive salariesVacation time ranging from three to eight weeksExcellent health and dental benefitsLife and disability insurancePension plans with employer contributionsComprehensive employee and family assistance programProfessional development opportunities