Regular Probationary Faculty - Social Work

Douglas College; New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 76,000 - 122,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Transit-accessible campuses

Hybrid work arrangements

Competitive salaries

Health and Dental Benefits

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

Professional Development opportunities

Fitness Centres and Classes

Job summary

Douglas College seeks a part-time probationary faculty member in Social Work to teach undergraduate and practicum courses. The position is based at the Coquitlam Campus with hybrid delivery options, starting in the 2026-2027 academic year.

The successful candidate will contribute to a high-quality learning environment, engaging students and upholding the college’s reputation for excellence in BC. Equity, diversity, inclusion and reconciliation are central to the college’s mission.

Qualifications

• PhD in Social Work or related discipline is required.
• Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous and racialized communities through experience or scholarship.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Interpersonal and cooperative team skills are essential.
• Interest and/or proficiency in using online teaching platforms.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate students and practicum courses in the Social Work program.
• Plan, organize and manage learning activities and resources.
• Provide academic advice to learners and maintain learner-centred instruction.
• Deliver courses in face-to-face, online and hybrid formats.
• Provide supervision for student practicum experiences (travel may be required).
• Engage in department, faculty and college committees.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Teamwork

Self-direction

Creativity

Technology in teaching

Education

PhD in Social Work or related discipline

Job description

Salary Range

Salary Range: $76,222.00 – $122,141.00 per annum. Placement on the faculty salary scale is based on education, professional certification and experience and will be in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Location

Hybrid / Coquitlam Campus

The Opportunity

The Department of Social Work is seeking a part-time probationary faculty member to begin in the 2026-2027 academic year. We are looking for an outstanding candidate who has a wide range of knowledge and expertise in social work. You will instruct undergraduate students and others in the Social Work Department, Faculty of Applied Community Studies. Instructors typically teach both academic and practicum courses.

You’re passionate about academia and dedicated to fostering an environment where students are motivated to learn. As an established professional in your field, your knowledge combined with your innovative and purposeful pedagogical methods uphold the College’s reputation to inspire our students to do what they love – and it’s clear, in your role, you’re doing what you love too!

Douglas College is committed to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation. Consistent with Section 42 of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, preference will be given to qualified applicants who are Indigenous and/or members of racialized communities.

Sound like you? Become part of our passionate faculty! Join us at the Faculty of Applied Community Studies and shape an educational journey that inspires our students to find their passion.

Who We Are

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

What We Offer

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

What It Takes

You will instruct students, facilitate learning and evaluate student progress in the Social Work program. You will plan, organize and manage learning activities and resources, provide academic advice to learners and maintain high quality learner-centred instruction. Additional duties include building and taking part in community committees and initiatives, as well as active participation in department, faculty, and college-wide committees.

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Need

• A PhD in Social Work or related discipline.
• A minimum of three years of professional social work practice experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of the experiences of Indigenous and racialized communities through lived, professional, community, or scholarly experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous worldviews, ways of knowing, anti-colonial and decolonizing approaches, and respectful engagement with Indigenous peoples and communities.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and cooperative team skills.
• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated self-direction, initiative and creativity.
• Interest and/or proficiency in technology using an online-based teaching and learning platform.
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: Race, Ethnicity and Culture in Social Work; Indigenous Families and Communities; Research Methods.
• Experience teaching applied knowledge and skills to post-secondary students is considered an asset.
• Experience in curriculum development is considered an asset.

Douglas College values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented in post-secondary education, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

Additional Information

The Social Work Department offers a Bachelors degree in Social Work (BSW), designed to prepare students to work in a wide range of social work fields. Our BSW program is recognized as an innovative program with a strong academic and research-based curriculum that includes numerous opportunities for experiential learning. Graduates of the degree program are career-ready upon completion, with some choosing to further their education by pursuing graduate-level studies. The Social Work Program prepares students to meet the eligibility requirements for registration as Social Workers in the Province of British Columbia.

Teaching

• Prepare course materials.
• Develop and maintain high quality professional teaching relationships with students to support their progress.
• Facilitate student learning in face to face, online and hybrid courses.
• Utilize transparent measures of evaluation to monitor student progress.
• Provide formative feedback to students (written & verbal).
• Provide learner-centered supervision for student practicum experiences (requires travel to practicum sites).

Departmental Engagement

• Work collaboratively within the department to ensure high quality curriculum in response to evolving needs.
• Work collaboratively within Faculty and College-wide committees.
• Develop and foster community partnerships and initiatives for community engagement.
• Demonstrate commitment and currency in the Social Work field through community engagement, research and practice.