Field practicum coordinator

Sheridan College’s Faculty of Applied Health and Community Studies Department based in Brampton, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Field practicum coordinator. Sheridan College’s Faculty of Applied Health and Community Studies Department specializes in education for health care, community services, and public safety. It offers hands-on programs in nursing, education, and social services. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Sheridan College
Department: Faculty of Applied Health and Community Studies
Position: Field practicum coordinator
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $30.64 hourly
Employment Type: Part-Time Regular
Location: Brampton, ON, Canada
Work Categorization: Hybrid (On-Site 3 days/week)
Hours/Week: 24 hours/week
Reference Number: J0225-1250

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of a Veterinarian Technician diploma
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of administrative or supervisory experience working with various community resources, utilizing marketing and public relations skills

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have experience working as a Veterinarian Technician and in an educational role supporting and guiding students
• The candidates should possess mediation and conflict resolution skills as a preferred qualification

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to arrange and coordinate field practicum sites for the Veterinarian Technician program across all relevant semesters, managing student placement lists, develop and maintain relationships with community partners
• The candidates should be able to manage the field practicum database in Sheridan Works, consult with Veterinarian Technician Program Coordinators regarding practicum scheduling issues and reassess practicum sites regularly
• The candidates should be able to compile, review, and distribute field placement materials to students, faculty, support staff, and program coordinators, conduct field visits as required for students, faculty, and agencies
• The candidates should be able to educate and inform students, Clinical Instructors, Placement Supervisors, Sheridan Faculty, and Program Coordinators about practicum models, policies, procedures, and site requirements conduct pre-practicum classroom meetings, presentations, and workshops to educate students and instructors on practicum requirements, policies, and procedures
• The candidates should be able to establish and maintain administrative policies, procedures, and documentation for practicum-related issues, respond to student and field inquiries regarding practicum requirements
• The candidates should be able to provide a link between program faculty and the Professional Advisory Council to ensure consistency between curriculum and field practicum, develop and update the Field Manual and other practicum-related information
• The candidates should be able to develop and maintain community relationships by planning and organizing special events and representing Sheridan at relevant community meetings and attend Clinical and Experiential Learning team meetings and faculty meetings
• The candidates should be able to engage actively as a member of the Clinical and Experiential Learning team, contributing to the development of new or revised processes and infrastructure and perform other duties

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and reference number) through the below-mentioned details.

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