The Opportunity

Location Good Samaritan Society - Stony Plain Care Centre

4225-107 Street, Edmonton, AB Employment Type Temporary Full-Time 1.00 FTE End Date Until successful candidate is found. Hours of Work 0800-1600 Wages $76,475.-$106,236./year Employee Group Out-of-Scope

This position will support the Stony Plain and Evansburg Care Centres.

Reporting to the Director of Quality and Professional Development, the Education Coordinator is responsible for the delivery of required provincial, organizational and legislative education at their care homes. They provide leadership and mentorship to all GSS employees, with a clinical care focus. They develop, implement and evaluate educational programs and ensure amendments occur with changes in legislation. The role supports ongoing mentoring and coaching of staff. Creates curriculum to be supportive all legislative and standards requirements. The Education Coordinator role is a key clinical support resource for all levels of frontline staff and ensures all policies and process are in place as pertinent to the role to facilitate safe, quality person centered resident care.

Educational and other Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Equivalent
• Active registration in good standing with CRNA
• Certification in gerontology is an asset
• 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
• 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 if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.