About the Role

Role Summary:

The Outreach Supervisor is responsible for supervising and supporting massage therapy students during their off-site clinical placements at community outreach locations. This role ensures that students deliver safe ethical and professional treatments adhere to program expectations and represent the institution in a positive manner. The Outreach Supervisor requires strong observational communication and evaluative skills along with the ability to liaise between the outreach site students and the academic team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Student Supervision and Professional Oversight:

   • Observe students during clinical practice at off-site outreach locations to ensure application of proper techniques demonstration of professional conduct and adherence to safety protocols.

   • Provide real-time guidance and support as students work with clients helping to develop their confidence competence and clinical judgment.

   • Intervene when necessary to ensure client safety and uphold ethical and professional standards.

2. Performance Observation and Feedback:

   • Assess student performance through structured observation using established rubrics or evaluation tools.

   • Deliver timely constructive and respectful feedback to support students practical and professional development.

   • Identify strengths and areas for improvement and communicate them clearly to students and the Outreach Instructor.

3. Site Coordination and Representation:

   • Serve as the on-site representative of the massage therapy program ensuring professional standards are upheld throughout the outreach experience.

   • Liaise with site staff clients and host organizations to maintain a positive respectful and organized presence at the outreach location.

   • Monitor student-client interactions to ensure a safe inclusive and ethical clinical environment.

4. Equipment and Setup Oversight:

   • Confirm that students correctly set up use and sanitize massage tables supplies and equipment in accordance with program protocols.

   • Report any site-specific equipment issues or malfunctions or supply shortages to the administrative team in a timely manner.

5. Documentation and Reporting:

   • Complete observation notes evaluation forms incident reports and attendance records in a timely and accurate manner.

   • Provide regular updates to the Outreach Instructor regarding student performance site conditions and any concerns or feedback from the outreach setting.

6. Program Compliance and Student Support:

   • Ensure student compliance with institutional policies hygiene and safety protocols and client confidentiality requirements.

   • Promote professional communication cultural sensitivity and ethical behavior in line with the values of the program and the massage therapy profession.

   • Act as a mentor and role model encouraging accountability self-reflection and continuous improvement.

7. Collaboration and Communication:

   • Participate in instructor or supervisor meetings and training sessions as required.

   • Maintain open lines of communication with the instructional team to ensure continuity between classroom learning and outreach application.

   • Escalate serious performance issues or misconduct to the appropriate faculty or administrative contact for follow-up.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary credential in massage therapy.
• Minimum of two years work experiencein the topic in which they are teaching.
• Minimum of two years as a practicingmassage therapistin good standingwith a recognized Provincial Association or Regulatory College.
• Proficient understanding of the Inter-Jurisdictional Practice Competencies and Performance Indicators for Massage Therapists at Entry-to-Practice.
• Demonstrated understanding of adult learning principles and the ability to apply them effectively in instructional settings
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience with accreditation
• Instructional experience in an adult education environment is an asset
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Proficiency with Google Workspace
• Proficiency with the D2L learning management system is an asset

Closing Date:December 3 2025

A cover letter and resume should be submitted as part of your application in .pdf format. Please title your .pdf document as follows: Last Name Requisition Number Title of (ex. Smith X00000 Curriculum ).