Sessional - Faculty (HUMS 1540) - (02050.10379)

Thompson Rivers University; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Rivers University is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for HUMS 1540, focusing on interpersonal communications. The role involves teaching face-to-face at the Kamloops campus, emphasizing self-awareness, relationship-building skills, and major theories of communication. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Social Work or related field and relevant teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Child and Youth Care required.
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level preferred.
• Five years of professional experience in social work or child and youth care required.

Responsibilities

• Teach HUMS 1540: Introduction to Interpersonal Communications and Helping Relationships.
• Develop culturally appropriate curricula.
• Foster personal awareness and effective communication skills in students.

Skills

Intercultural understanding

Empathy

Self-awareness

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Doctorate (preferred)

Job description

Sessional - Faculty (HUMS 1540) - (02050.10379)

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Application Restrictions: Open to both Internal and external applicants.

Job Type: Faculty (Sessional)

Posting In effect from: 8/8/2024

Closing Application Date: 21/8/2024

Applications will be reviewed starting from the closing date and may continue until the position is filled.

Instructional Type: Academic/Career (max 24 credits)

Anticipated Start Date: 3/9/2024

Position End Date (If Applicable): 14/12/2024

DUTIES

HUMS 1540: Introduction to Interpersonal Communications and Helping Relationships

The School of Social Work and Human Service at Thompson Rivers University invites applications for a sessional lecturer to teach HUMS 1540 in Fall 2024. The course is delivered face-to-face at the Kamloops campus.

Students explore self-awareness as a foundation for competent human service work, focusing on self-knowledge, self-reflection, and effective interpersonal communication, examining motivations, emotions, values, attitudes, beliefs, perceptions, learning styles, and self-concept.

Learning Outcomes include:

• Understanding motivations, emotions, values, attitudes, beliefs, perceptions, learning styles, and self-concept.
• Developing personal awareness, self-understanding, and communication skills.
• Applying relationship-building skills in helping contexts.
• Describing major theories of interpersonal communication.
• Using basic communication skills like questioning, paraphrasing, and summarizing.
• Understanding group dynamics and roles.
• Recognizing the impact of social location and diversity on practice.

About TRU

Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is located on the traditional lands of the Secwépemc people, with campuses in Kamloops and Williams Lake. TRU offers over 140 on-campus programs and 50 online programs, serving a diverse student body including Indigenous students from across Canada and internationally.

TRU is committed to sustainability, diversity, and providing flexible, high-quality education. The Kamloops campus is a vibrant community hub, located in a beautiful setting with excellent amenities.

The School of Social Work and Human Service

The School offers a range of programs including a Bachelor of Social Work, Human Service Diploma, and others, with plans for a Master of Social Work.

Applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, women, and visible minorities, are encouraged to apply. Candidates should self-identify in their application.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Social Work or Child and Youth Care is required; a Doctorate is preferred. Candidates with a relevant bachelor’s degree and graduate studies may also be considered.
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level is preferred, especially with entry-level students.
• At least five years of professional experience in social work or child and youth care is required.

Professional Qualities

• Experience integrating Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods is required.
• Skills in fostering intercultural understanding and empathy are required.
• Ability to develop culturally appropriate curricula is required.

Pay Band: $2,575.50 per credit

Location: Kamloops, BC

Number of Hires Needed: 1

Organizational Unit: Faculty of Education and Social Work

TRU is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates, with a priority given to Canadians and permanent residents.

Note: External candidates invited for an interview must bring transcripts. For more information about TRU or living in Kamloops/Williams Lake, visit our Careers website.