Work Integrated Learning Officer – Clinical Placement – Temporary – Bow Valley College

Title of the Job: Work Integrated Learning Officer – Clinical Placement – Temporary

Location: Calgary, AB

Job Description: About Bow Valley CollegeBow Valley College is the largest college in the Calgary area, with over 15,000 students. We open doors to in-demand jobs across Canada. Our graduates contribute to the economy and community through careers in business, entertainment arts, technology, health care, social services, and more. We are proud to be named one of Alberta’s Top 80 employers and one of Canada’s Top 50 research colleges. Our innovative applied research, focused on health and health technology, educational technology, and social innovation, is helping shape the future of college education. Learn more about the opportunities we create for students, employees, and our province at .Position SummaryReporting to the Manager, Work Integrated Learning Services, this position will establish, maintain, and enhance the co-operation necessary amongst WIL host sites/employers, learners and faculty to ensure that all stakeholders benefit from participating in work integrated learning at Bow Valley College. The Work Integrated Learning Officer – Clinical Placement supports learners in work integrated learning placements including but not limited to practicum, field placements, clinicals, and placement-based service learning. The incumbent will implement, coordinate, and promote WIL, facilitate learning, and help learners to bridge their entry into the workplace.Position responsibilities and accountabilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversees Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements (Clinical and Practicum) by fostering relationships with partners, ensuring smooth operations of placement processes, and using systems like HSP.net.
• Collaborates with WIL Manager, program coordinators, and faculty to facilitate and confirm student placements.
• Manages WIL data, including student records and site contacts, while attending relevant training and workshops to stay updated on WIL platforms.
• Tracks placement requests, approvals, and declines, resolving issues and providing guidance to learners and hosts.
• Coordinates communication and networking between faculty, students, and placement partners, ensuring alignment with program needs.
• Researches and develops strategies to engage new placement opportunities and ensures program compliance and student success.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications:

• 2 years of related experience
• Diploma
• Excellent time management and priority setting skills
• Works well independently and collaboratively on a team
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical skills and experience using database and CRM platforms
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
• An equivalent combination of directly related education and experience may be considered

If your education was received internationally we will require you provide an international education assessment through , , or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hireThis opening is a temporary maternity cover, AUPE position until May 31 2026. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.Closing Date: October 16, 2024Diversity and Inclusion CommitmentBow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

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