AMDSB - Personal Support Worker (PSW) Program Instructor

Centre for Education & Learning

Personal Support Worker (PSW) Program Instructor

Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties. We aim to engage, inspire, and innovate, in all that we do! We are always learning! Our work is guided by a Strategic Plan and highlights 3 main areas of focus that enable our students and staff to say: I am prepared. I am well. I am engaged.

Our vision is to engage , inspire , innovate , because we are always learning .

AMDSB, through the Ontario Association of Adult and Continuing Education School Board Administrators (CESBA), provides a Personal Support Worker Certificate Program that is recognized by the Long-Term Care Association of Ontario. Co-operative education experience, a PSW certificate from the Long Term Care Association and secondary school credits are attainable for students in the program.

NOTE: Program will not proceed if student enrollment is insufficient.

We are accepting applications for a temporary Personal Support Worker (PSW) Program Instructor at various sites across Huron and Perth Counties.

Reports to: Principal of the Centre of Education & Learning

Compensation Package Details:

Rate of Pay:  $40.82 - $47.54 per hour plus 4% vacation pay in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Non-Union Centre for Employment and Learning Employees.

Hours of Work: Instruction will occur for 18-27 hours per week (dependent on registration numbers), 2-3 days per week, Monday to Friday. There may be some weekend work to support the co-op portion of the program. *Please note that total hours will be determined by the number of courses AMDSB is able to run.

Start Date: As soon as possible

End Date: Conditional on funding and need

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Courses will be delivered at various locations in Huron and Perth Counties and will be delivered both in-person and virtually. The successful applicants will be responsible for instructing and assessing in courses such as Health Care 1, Health Care 2, Child Development and Gerontology, and Clinical and Community Placement.

Job Specifications and Requirements:

• Minimum 4-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree or Bachelor of Nursing degree.
• 3 years of related work experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Certification with the Ontario College of Teachers would be an asset.
• Experience working in a long-term care setting and experience instructing or mentoring students would be an asset.
• The capacity to work independently and have strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize work and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills are required to provide, exchange, and clarify information.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills including experience with MS Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), and GSuite (Gmail, Google Drive, etc.).
• Must possess a vehicle for travel within the district and a valid class “G” Ontario Driver's License.

Note – a Criminal Reference Check is part of the requirement process.

Why Join AMDSB?

• We believe our students are at the core of what we do; we are committed to creating inclusive, inspiring and innovative learning environments.
• Great work culture with staff who embrace and seek meaningful careers.
• Work with a diverse and dynamic team that fosters a culture of belonging and collaboration.
• Competitive compensation package, which is outlined above.

Join our team! Apply today.

Interested applicants are requested to apply through Apply to Education. If you require assistance with your application, please call customer service at 1-877-900-5627.

Please note that your application has not been successfully submitted until it appears in your Job Application Log. Click the [Apply] button on the bottom right-hand corner of the job description page to view this.

We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with the Avon Maitland District School Board. Contact will be made with applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position.

Communication with short-listed applicants will be made through the contact information (email address and/or phone number) provided on the applicant's profile page.

The AMDSB is committed to equity in employment and equitable hiring practices that allow us to engage qualified staff who reflect diversity. We will make any reasonable accommodation, based on any of the human rights protected grounds, to support candidates to participate in the hiring process, upon request.

Dr. Graham Shantz, Director of Education