Part-time Field Placement Officer - Social Service Worker (algonquincollege)

Job Description

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Department:

Community Studies

Position Type:

Part-Time Support

Salary Range:

$27.39-$31.84-Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Anticipated Start Date:

February 10, 2025

Length of Contract:

n/a

Posting Information

Employees who are part-time internal candidates, as defined by the Part-Time Support Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.

Posting Closing Date:

January 15, 2025

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Job Description:

The Field Placement Officer reports to the Chair, Community Studies. In consultation with the Social Service Worker faculty, the incumbent assists in developing, promoting, coordinating, implementing and maintaining field placement sites and experiences. The incumbent supports the field instructors and the field placement supervisors for the Social Service Worker programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum two (2) year college diploma; diploma in Social Service Worker or related field an asset;

• Minimum of three (3) years related work in a variety of social service settings/agencies;

• Highly effective organizational skills with keen attention to detail;

• Demonstrated ability to develop positive working relationship/partnerships with internal and external clients;

• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and resolve conflict;

• Ability to work independently and within a team;

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal);

• Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel and Outlook;

• Ability to use discretion, judgement and tact in handling sensitive or confidential information/situations;

• Knowledge of Student Information Systems (e.g., GeneSIS) an asset;

• Experience supervising students on field placements an asset.

Anticipated Weekly Schedule:

Monday - Thursday: 5 hours

Friday: 4 hours

Flexible working hours are available and can be negotiated upon hire.

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.