Practicum Coordinator, Health Programs

Duties:

Locate new and maintain existing relationships with practicum sites for student placement in Health Sciences and Human Services programs.

Specific duties include: Familiarizing agencies, supervisors and mentors with VIU program policies, procedures and practice education; develop and maintain materials for practicum; match students to appropriate practicum sites; utilize placement software to facilitate requests and generate reports, forms and materials to support student practice education and orientation; liaise with program chairs, coordinators, assistants and instructors; implement education and recognition activities for community agencies and mentors; participate in various meetings at the program and faculty level.

Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities, including, student support; institutional, faculty and departmental committee meetings and other initiatives; and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate health related undergraduate program from an accredited institution (e.g., Nursing, Health Sciences) or the equivalent education and experience. Five years' experience working at a complex public organization in a service/liaison role.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in health services, including knowledge and experience with specific populations and services across the lifespan. Strong understanding of health authority structures, operations and services on Vancouver Island, particularly the central region. Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation, problem solving, time management, written and oral communication. Strong organizational skills, demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure, independently and with a diverse team are essential. Must be able to supervise, processes and manage multiple priorities including resolving complex scheduling conflicts. Knowledge of Coastal Health professional and student practice processes. The successful applicant must have access to a personal vehicle.
 
Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in public post-secondary environments.
• Previous experience working in HSPNet an asset.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note: 

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students.  In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences.  We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter.  When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity.  Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.