The School of Social Work and Human Service (Faculty of Education and Social Work) at Thompson Rivers University invites applications for one sessional lecturer to teach one section of HUMS 3500, Selected Topics – Foundations of Therapeutic Outdoor Human Service Practice.
HUMS 3500 Calendar Description
This Course introduces students to contemporary theory and practice of therapeutic outdoor activities including land-based indigenous practices, therapeutic adventure programs, and nature-based therapies. Students examine various approaches to working with children, youth, families and individuals in outdoor milieu, review current research into providing therapeutic outdoor programs to diverse populations of service users and engage in reflection on the importance of connection to nature as tool for self- awareness, personal change, leadership development and community building.
QUALIFICATIONS• A master’s degree in social work or child and youth care is required, while an earned doctorate in a relevant field in addition to the required graduate credential is preferred. Candidates with a baccalaureate degree in social work or child and youth care and a graduate degree in an associated and relevant discipline may be considered.
• Successful teaching experience in post-secondary institutions preferred. Candidates with experience teaching entry level post-secondary students will be prioritized.
• A minimum of five years of related practice experience in outdoor or wilderness settings is required.
• Familiarity with theoretical and practical components of outdoor therapeutic practice is preferred.
• Availability for scheduled course times required including a 4-day wilderness trip.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• An ability to demonstrate experience integrating Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods (TRC CA 62) is required.
• Proven skills in building student capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect (TRC CA 63) is required.
• Teaching excellence, including developing culturally appropriate curricula (TRC CA 10) is required.
• Candidates must provide evidence of their ability to commit to creating time and space for relationships based on respect as human beings, supporting and embracing differences with kindness, love, and respect (NIMMIWG, 15.7).
Sessional - Faculty (HUMS 3500) • Kamloops, BC, CA
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