Education Coordinator (In-Home) - Long Term Care + Senior Services

at  County of Simcoe

Requisition Title
Education Coordinator (In-Home) - Long Term Care + Senior Services
Close Date
6 September 2024
Contract Type
Temporary - Full Time
Location
Penetanguishene, ON L9M 0V3 CA (Primary)
Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Program Supervisor, LTCSS Education Coordinators work collaboratively within the Performance, Quality & Development department of the Health & Emergency Services Division. Responsible for providing educational leadership and training to assist staff in the performance of their duties as they relate to the provision of resident-centred care and IPAC requirements. Education coordinators plan, design, develop, deliver and evaluate education in consideration of best practices and the training needs of the multidisciplinary team within LTCSS. The individual is responsible for education activities at a designated County of Simcoe LTC home and may be asked to provide support and backfill in other homes as required. The educator will ensure consistent delivery & evaluation methods in their home and in consideration of IPAC, Health & Safety and Ministry compliance requirements.

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION

• Currently certified and qualified to work as a licensed Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, deliver & evaluate training programs and services.
• Experience in infection, prevention and control projects or education
• Excellent problem solving & instructional/presentation skills.
• Knowledge of the legislation, guidelines and regulations as they relate to the position and responsibilities of the Long Term Care/Seniors Services sector.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative/self-management, accountability, flexibility and adaptability.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrated ability using a variety of learning medium such as electronic presentation formats and technologies, integrated multimedia and on-line learning technologies, video conferencing and in-house classroom design.
• Analytical, research, planning, co-ordination and project management skills with ability to work independently.
• Ability to deal cooperatively and effectively with all levels of staff, unions/employee/client groups and ability to foster cooperative/collaborative working relationships.
• Ability to travel to off-site locations in a timely and efficient manner, as required.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours, including evenings, nights and weekends, as required.
• Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening that is less than six (6) months old at time of hire.
• As a condition of employment, candidates are required to submit documented results of TB testing, as per Public Health requirements.
• Current registration a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse (unrestricted) with College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Certificate and/or other Infection Control education considered an asset
• Proof of annual CPR recertification.
• Proof of a negative CoVid19 test completed within 7 days of the start date at the designated home and participation in regular home testing requirements
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum two (2) years of Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse frontline experience.
• Minimum two (2) years teaching experience in health care environment including program design, development and evaluation.

1. Learning and Development Functions:

• In collaboration with the IPAC specialist, determine IPAC training requirements in the home and address specific gaps through targeted education, auditing and remediation to ensure compliance with legislation, directives, policies and procedures
• Acts as a resource to staff, IPAC Specialist and management regarding IPAC training and education development and delivery.
• In collaboration with the other LTCSS education coordinators, research, plan, design, develop other LTCSS curriculum and deliver consistent learning plans, modules and staff evaluation in accordance with applicable guidelines, regulations, policies and procedures and other applicable legislation.
• Develop and design customized training modules, using a variety of learning tools, for new and refresher/remediation courses.
• Develop and regularly update training manuals and materials to reflect practice, program and legislative changes.
• Ensure appropriate, quality education delivery at their designated home and to coordinate development with other home educators to ensure consistency across the homes.
• Conduct needs analysis with multiple stakeholders to assess appropriate training products and service contracts and make recommendations
• Seek cost-effective expertise within the local community to meet pre-determined training needs.
• Act as a coach to staff
• Coordinate training sessions and set up training rooms and equipment as required

1. Evaluation, Reporting and Research Activities:

• Research and implement appropriate tools to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs; prepare summary reports on participant feedback; make recommendations or revisions, as required.
• Complete special projects associated with the department and other training, research, and communications.
• Audit/Observe frontline staff documentation, care delivery and infection control practices for compliance with standards, policies & procedures
• Utilization of the online learning management system and responsible for program reporting of; attendance and completion rates to management.

1. Liaison, Communication and Customer Service Activities:

• Promote effective communication and public relations and work in co-operation with internal and external staff, management, and vendors.
• Act as a program representative and participate on various internal and external committees, task forces and focus groups.
• Participate in regular Educator team meetings to discuss learning outcomes and quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure that services provided meet customer service standards.
• May include training outside regular business hours.

1. Other Duties:

• Maintain current professional practice and knowledge of adult learning and development principles and application.
• Perform other duties as assigned, in accordance with department objectives.
• May occasionally be required to respond to emergency situations outside of normal business hours, as related to the Divisional Emergency Plan.
• Participate in and demonstrate an understanding of Division safety principles and practices into all day to day activities. Follow all safe work practices and procedures and immediately communicate any activity or action which may constitute a risk to management.
• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act in performing duties in a safe manner and follow all County of Simcoe Health & Safety policies, procedures and legislation.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and the Personal Health Information Protection Act.