This position will support both Salmon Arm sites (Hillside Village and Pioneer Lodge)

Reporting to the Director of Quality and Professional Development, the Educator prepares regulated and unregulated staff for their roles as caregivers or regulated nurses in a variety of care settings. The Educator provides leadership in the clinical practice setting, while supporting staff in coaching and skills updates. The Educator assists in the development, execution, and revision of teaching materials in alignment with Provincial legislation and the Standards. The education being provided ensures each staff members can adapt to the changing environment of the healthcare industry and continue to learn as updates and legislation evolve. The Educator holds an important role in the support of staff to achieve competent, safe, and ethical care for their residents/clients.

Educational and other Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse – current registration, and in good standing with CLPNA or BCCNP

Work Experience

• Three to five years working with the frail elderly
• Three to five years adult education experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to deal effectively with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including email and internet
• Adept at written and oral English communication with internal and external customers
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and work within demanding timelines
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and motivate staff
• Advanced critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills to resolve issues independently and/or make recommendations that are supported by evidence consistent with legislation/policies, and that meets the standard of care
• Exhibits an open and sincere approach by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone equally
• Maintains an individual's dignity and self-worth during conversations
• Excellent active listening skills
• Demonstrates flexibility by changing routine to accommodate organizational needs
• Ability to travel between programs/care homes within the region

Who we are:

At The Good Samaritan Society, Good Samaritan Canada, and Good Samaritan Delta View Care Centre, we believe that our employees are our number one asset. Since 1949, we have been providing excellence in complex/long term care, assisted/supportive living, and other specialized care services for the elderly and those with developmental and physical support requirements. We could not do what we do without our dedicated and committed employees.

What we can offer you:

• Work/life balance
• Learning and development opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Pension and benefits for eligible employees
• Paid vacation time for eligible employees
• Discounted services with many of our local businesses
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Employee recognition events

Requirements:

• A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and Clearance Letter prior to the hire date.
• A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.

Diversity-Equity-Inclusion

The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

*Good Samaritan Society celebrated our 75th Anniversary in 2024.

*Good Samarian is a 2024 Alberta Continuing Care Association award recipient for Innovator of the Year

*Good Samaritan is a 2023 Canadian HR award recipient for Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion

*Good Samaritan is a 2023 Canadian College of Health Leaders award recipient for Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion

How to apply:

• Visit us online at www.gss.org and apply on Join Our Team.

We thank all applicants, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.90-$40.14 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Salmon Arm, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• working with the elderly: 3 years (preferred)
• adult education: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• CPR Certification (preferred)
• Gerontology (preferred)
• LPN/RPN (required)

Work Location: In person