Description
Clinical Instructor - PSW Program - Living Classroom
LOCATION: Various locations
DATES & HOURS: March 2025 - 112 hours. Schedule TBD. The incumbent needs to schedule up to 14 - eight-hour shifts to work alongside PSW students and monitor learning progress.
RATE of PAY: $35.00/hour - $50.00/hour - determined by the qualifications of the successful applicant.
SUMMARY:
The incumbent will support the implementation of PSW Clinical placements within Long Term Care (LTC) Homes for the UGDSB Living Classroom PSW Program. Clinical placements are arranged at locations within Guelph.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Represent UGDSB at LTC placement setting to engage with key LTC staff and facilitate the clinical learning of identified PSW skills. This includes managing student assignments per shift, demonstrating skills, and checking in with staff and learners routinely during shifts.
• Organize and facilitate learning opportunities within the PSW scope and program learning outcomes, including use of mechanical lifts.
• Hold and lead clinical post-conferences to support PSW student learning.
• Ensure to support both LTC Staff and students through the learning experience by responding to any LTC Team questions/concerns and feedback about PSW students conduct and UGDSB PSW program.
• Review and give feedback on Reflective Notes submitted to students
• Complete mid-term meeting, per student, to review progress and SMART Goals.
• Complete Final Evaluation, per student
• Addresses any student struggles promptly, document attendance, and respond to support student success.
• Connect with PSW instructor regarding any student at risk of not progressing.
• Submit all completed clinical documentation to PSW instructor at end of placement
• Respond to any workplace injury incidents, according to UGDSB Policy & Procedure.
• Triages instructor and student queries related to clinical placements and forwards any unresolved issues to the teacher of the program or the principal.
• In consultation with the Instructor of the PSW program, the incumbent supports the scheduling of clinical placement assignments. Liaises with organizations and supports orientation and onboarding processes.
• Other related duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
• A Registered Nurse (RN) or a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
• Minimum two (2) years of experience working in a busy environment with a diversity of people and exposure to unexpected situations/requests.
• Proficiency/familiarity in the use of Microsoft Office, Brightspace LMS
• Familiarity with SMART Goal setting
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:
• High level organization and time management skills; ability to prioritize work.
• Must be able to carry out a client-service approach and be able to balance tasks with frequent interruptions and requests for assistance.
• Excellent English, oral and professional written communication skills.
• Experience with problem-solving, conflict resolution and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Effective interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Accuracy and attention to detail in collecting information and preparing documents and reports.
• Demonstrated collaboration and interpersonal skills at a professional level.
• Demonstrated commitment to uphold the priorities on diversity and equity.
• Experience working alongside Personal Support Workers is an asset.
HOW TO APPLY:
Expressions of interest, including a covering letter, resume, OCT certification, employee # (if employed by Upper Grand DSB) and three references must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, November 18, 2024 to the attention of:
Mo Mitchell
Administrative Officer - Teaching, The Upper Grand DSB
By email: SecOcc.Jobs@ugdsb.on.ca
By hard copy: 500 Victoria Rd N, Guelph, ON N1E 6K2
Accommodations are available during all phases of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance to the Manager of Wellness and Employee Health.
Successful external candidates will be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check (CRC),including a Vulnerable Sector Screening, prior to the commencement of employment. Please note that the CRC must be dated within 6 months of the date of acceptance of employment.
While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the Upper Grand District School Board, we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For information on the UGDSB, please visit the website at: www.ugdsb.on.ca.
UGDSB Equity Statement
The Upper Grand District School Board is situated on the ancestral, treaty and title lands of two Anishinaabek Ojibwe Nations: the Michi Saagig of the Credit and the Saugeen Ojibway Nation. This land also includes a specified tract of land granted to the Six Nations of the Grand River. These Nations hold legal and specific rights in their respective territories. This area has been and continues to be home for Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous peoples.
The UGDSB is committed to disrupting systemic racism and oppression in all of its forms. We are committed to building a diverse staff that is reflective of and adds value to the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of groups who have historically and/or currently experience marginalization and/or barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:
•First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples
•Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
•Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin
•Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities
We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact our Wellness and Employee Health department at wellness@ugdsb.on.ca.
At UGDSB, we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting with multiple identities, which can be complex and create unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings, and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully, thrive, and reach their full potential.
