Job Description

At Stenberg College, we are driven by purpose. We educate individuals to become caring professionals who make a difference in the lives of others. Located in Surrey, BC, we offer accredited programs across health care, education, and human services, and we're proud of the impact our graduates make in their communities.

About the Role

The Therapeutic Recreation Assistant Program is seeking a Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) Certified Coach to facilitate a two-day (4 hours each day), interactive online workshop for students. This workshop introduces learners to the core principles of Gentle Persuasive Approaches, emphasizing practical, person-centered strategies for supporting individuals with dementia and other cognitive challenges.



The facilitator will deliver their own GPA curriculum as a certified coach and create an engaging, inclusive, and supportive virtual classroom environment that aligns with adult learning principles and the goals of the Therapeutic Recreation Assistant Program.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver a two-day (4 hours per day) online Gentle Persuasive Approaches workshop using approved GPA materials. Introduce students to GPA principles with a focus on practical therapeutic skills relevant to Therapeutic Recreation Assistants. Foster a respectful, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that encourages participation and reflection. Adapt instruction to meet learner needs and promote active engagement. Attend a 1-hour paid preparation session with the Curriculum, Learning & Teaching Specialist to review curriculum. Attend a 1-hour paid orientation session to learn about Moodle and Collaborate platforms. Take attendance and submit an attendance report to the Student Logistics Coordinator immediately following the workshop.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Must be a GPA-Certified Coach in good standing. Experience in dementia care, geriatric care, or a related healthcare field. Demonstrated experience teaching, facilitating, or training adults, ideally in an online environment. Proficiency in Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) and its application in therapeutic and care settings. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Comfortable delivering interactive educational experiences using online learning platforms (Moodle, Collaborate, or similar). Passion for adult education and commitment to student success. Ability to create interactive, learner-centered sessions.

Workshop Schedule

Duration:

2 days

Hours:

4 hours per day (8 hours total instruction)

Additional Time:

2 paid hours for orientation and preparation sessions (1 hour each)

Delivery Mode:

Online via Moodle and Collaborate

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following:



A cover letter outlining relevant experience and certification.

A current resume highlighting GPA certification and teaching/facilitation experience.

* Proof of current GPA Coach certification.