Training and Mentorship Coordinator, Faculty of Social Work (Edmonton - Central and Northern Alberta Region) - Jobs in Calgary, AB

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Position OverviewThe Faculty of Social Work (Central and Northern Alberta Region) is currently seeking a Full-time Limited Term Training and Mentorship Coordinator in the SSHRC Partnership Grant funded study entitled Transforming the Field Education Landscape in the area of Social Work Education for approximately 8 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.Reporting to the Principal Investigator (Dr. Julie Drolet), the Training and Mentorship Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating multiple training, mentoring and research activities within the three streams of the project. The incumbent will play a critical role in managing and coordinating all training and mentorship activities involving social work students, faculty, field coordinators/directors, and partners. Given multiple simultaneous deadlines throughout the study timeline, the work requires the management of competing interests with excellent outcomes, excellent project management skills and knowledge of social work field education.The incumbent will work Monday to Friday with potential hours outside of regular business hours due to meetings or events.Position DescriptionSummary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Provides a key support role in the planning, implementation, and evaluation activities related to training and mentorship in the project including social work students and study participants.
• Manages, assists and coordinates training and mentorship related activities.
• Prepares and submits study documents to the ethic boards.
• Assists in developing training modules, presentations and publications and organizing rountables on promising and innovative practices in social work field education.
• Engages with partner organizations and coordinate opportunities for partnered research training and mentorship initiatives.
• Provides support in planning additional project related initiatives as needed on an ongoing basis.
• Manages project scope and timelines to ensure compliance with funding regulations and project deliverables such as developing training modules, webinars, and mentorship initiatives.
• Provides promotional information about project activities (e.g., publications, presentations, incentives, awards, etc.) to appropriate team members for recognition on social media, newsletter, and/or website.
• Promotes project activities through relevant avenues, including drafting of web content, newsletter items, email announcements, posters and other mediums, managing and coordinating activities such as highlighting student work, articles and other promotional activities as needed.
• Coordinates and manages logistics for training and mentorship in the project (speakers, webinar technologies, evaluation, reporting) as well as for project webinars and events, including the Field Research Scholars program.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Graduate degree in social work required (Masters in Social Work and/or PhD in Social Work).
• Working knowledge of social work field education and research is required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience training and mentorship in social work field education.
• Minimum 1 year of experience facilitating and conducting social work field education research projects.
• Knowledge of University policies including submission of projects to ethics boards is a strong asset.
• Ability to work simultaneously on multiple training, mentoring and research activities.
• Fluent in English (required) and French (preferred); excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and interdependently with others.
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written and oral communication and presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels is required.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Nvivo 12.0 required.
• Experience using digital storytelling, web content development, developing infographics, and other related social media apps required.

Application Deadline: August 16, 2022We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.Additional InformationThis position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase II.To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Management and Staff Careers website. For more information visit Careers in the Faculty of Social Work.The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.About the University of CalgaryThe University of Calgary is Canadas leading next-generation university - a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nations most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canadas top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.Quick Apply

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