Education Specialist
Vancouver, BC

Supporting HEMBC (Health Emergency Management BC), the Education Specialist is responsible for the development and delivery of psychosocial education and training aimed at supporting communities, psychosocial volunteers and health authorities to prepare for and respond to the psychosocial impacts of emergencies and disasters. The Specialist works collaboratively with PHSA programs, the Disaster Psychosocial Council, health authorities and other key stakeholders to ensure developed resources are evidence\xe2\x80\x93informed and aligned with provincial priorities.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

• Leads the development, implementation, delivery, and evaluation of psychosocial education and training courses for communities, psychosocial volunteers and health authorities to prepare for and respond to the psychosocial impacts of emergencies and disasters.
• Supports the development of evidence-informed guidance documents through research and documentation of good psychosocial practice.
• Works in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to identify and prioritize education and training requirements; collaborates with stakeholders to accomplish training needs analyses, curriculum design, and develop in-person and online training programs.
• Incorporates new adult learning practices and technologies into the development and delivery of trainings to ensure a dynamic and interactive model of learning.
• Conducts formal presentations and demonstrations to raise awareness and disseminate knowledge to varied stakeholders.
• Develops informational resources such as pamphlets to support individuals, families and others affected by emergencies and disasters.
• Participates in the on-call duty roster (evenings and weekends) for Disaster Psychosocial Services deployment requests; may be required to work ad hoc evenings and weekends to support volunteer deployments, trainings and other events that occur for this program.

What you bring

Qualifications

• A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Adult Learning or a related discipline plus five (5) years of recent related experience in developing and delivering training courses, including experience interacting with diverse communities as well as government agencies and ministries.
• Previous experience in providing mental health and psychosocial support to communities affected by emergencies is desirable.
• Excellent communication and change management skills including the ability to train, facilitate, influence and persuade all levels of health care providers.
• Requires skills to engage within divergent perspectives including trans and gender diverse, LGBT2Q+, indigenous, non-indigenous and immigrant populations, including ability to engage with diversity of learning styles, education levels and motivational issues around challenging areas.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and update unique program training software, including graphical space layout, presentation, and on-line learning language and communication techniques.
• Must have a valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license, as well as access to a personal vehicle for travel within assigned geographic area. Ability to work evenings and/or weekends.

Skills & Knowledge

• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC\'s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we\xe2\x80\x99re focused on your care too \xe2\x80\x93 offering health, wellness, development programs to support you \xe2\x80\x93 at work and at home.

• Join one of BC\xe2\x80\x99s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations \xe2\x80\x93 offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San\xe2\x80\x99yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Casual (full-time hours)
Wage: $33.00 - $40.00/hour. As a casual employee, total earnings includes an additional 12.6% in lieu of benefits and paid time off
Location: Vancouver, BC, Hybrid / Mostly Remote
Hours of Work: 09:00-17:00 Monday-Friday
Requisition #: TOD03212023

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021 - (BC Vaccine Passport required).

What we do

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people \xe2\x80\x93 Be compassionate \xe2\x80\x93 Dare to innovate \xe2\x80\x93 Cultivate partnerships \xe2\x80\x93 Serve with purpose.
Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments\xe2\x80\x99 unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey\xe2\x80\x94one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

This position is part of PHSA Talent on Demand \xe2\x80\x93 an in-house recruitment service providing talent to PHSA and other health authorities. We manage a robust talent pool of service-minded professionals who are available to start work immediately. Talent on Demand creates a gateway for those who wish to achieve their career goals. Successful candidates will gain significant health care experience and can transition into long-term, permanent roles within PHSA. For more information, visit talentondemand@phsa.ca.