Learning Manager – Resident Care Worker Program

Job Description:

Four-Month Term Position

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Program Manager of Health Studies, the successful applicants will ensure the successful delivery of the Resident Care Worker (RCW) program in Souris by providing a high-quality program and creating an inclusive and safe teaching and learning environment.  The successful applicant will be responsible to:

• Assist learners in the development of required curriculum outcomes through such activities as individual and group instruction, self-directed learning, and performance assessments.
• Deliver excellence in learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success.
• Promote student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching students and engaging students in the learning process.
• Monitor and evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Develop, review, and update learning materials, using an online-based learning management system (SAM).
• Liaise with industry to promote student learning and program relevancy.
• Comply with OH&S regulations.
• Counsel learners regarding occupational goals.
• Participate in program development and planning activities.
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Nurse with a Degree in Nursing or PEI Practical Nursing license is required.
• A minimum of three years recent relevant nursing experience preferably in long-term care settings is required.
• A comprehensive knowledge of the health system, principles of primary health care, and the scope of practice for an RCW is required.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Strong communications skills (oral, written, and electronic).
• Strong computer literacy skills.
• A proven ability to work within a collaborative environment demonstrating flexibility.
• Experience facilitating learning at the corporate, post-secondary, adult level and/or coursework in adult education is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in online delivery of course is considered an asset.