HCA Communication Curriculum Subject Matter Expert (Contract Position)
HCA Communication Curriculum Subject Matter Expert (Contract Position)
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ABOUT THE CLPNA
The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) is a non-profit regulatory organization. The CLPNA exists to protect Alberta healthcare users. Our first responsibility is to the public. We regulate the profession of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) setting and maintaining standards to ensure the public receives safe competent and ethical healthcare services. Our focus and commitment to public protection and regulatory excellence underscore everything we do. The CLPNA has partnered with Alberta Health to lead the development and the continued operations of the Alberta Health Care Aide (HCA) Alberta HCAs are not a regulated profession although HCAs will become regulated under the Health Professions Act in the future.
EMPLOYMENT TERM
This is a short-term contract position with an end date of January 31 2026. The position will be fully remote with a requirement to attend online web conferencing as required.
THE ROLE
The HCA Communication Curriculum Subject Matter Expert (SME) will develop content for an eLearning module that focuses on professional communication in the workplace including conflict resolution difficult conversations and de-escalation strategies for HCAs in Alberta. This module will include theoretical content interactive activities quizzes case studies reflective strategies and a final exam all within established timelines. The module will be designed for self-paced learning by adult learners.
The SME will collaborate closely with the Director of Professional Development and the eLearning Designer to ensure the eLearning module is comprehensive and adheres to adult learning principles accessibility standards curriculum design best practices HCA competencies and regulatory standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Content Development: Create clear engaging and informative module content that covers essential topics related to communication such as verbal and non-verbal communication active listening conflict resolution difficult conversations de-escalation strategies and interpersonal skills. The content is to be written in plain language based on adult learning principles.
- Assessment Content: Design content for quizzes reflective activities and a final examination to measure learners understanding and application of the material.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the Professional Development Department to ensure the contents accuracy and relevance.
- Feedback Incorporation: Analyze and incorporate feedback from the review process to enhance the modules quality.
- Project Management: Manage timelines to ensure the successful completion of the module within established deadlines.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
As an HCA Communication Curriculum Subject Matter Expert you play a key role in the creation of a high-quality educational eLearning module to develop the competencies of HCAs in professional communication conflict resolution managing difficult conversations and providing them with de-escalation strategies. You have extensive experience and expertise as an instructor in professional communications as well as with curriculum and instructional design development in healthcare.
You have experience collaborating with a diverse team of professionals and understand the HCA role. You are exceptional at managing multiple tasks adhering to milestones standards and deadlines. You are goal-oriented and able to work independently as well as with a team with a positive professional and solution-oriented attitude. You understand the importance of confidentiality exercise good judgment and demonstrate decision-making skills. You are knowledgeable about the HCA Competency Profile curriculum education trends and the issues that may affect HCAs.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Post-secondary certificate/diploma/degree in adult education with a focus on curriculum/ instructional design and education of health professionals preferred.
- Professional nursing designation preferred with an active practice permit.
- Minimum of five years related experience in teaching and/or designing healthcare curriculum within a post-secondary environment.
- Knowledge of and experience with module development using Articulate Rise/Storyline is considered an asset.
- Experience teaching communications and conflict resolution-focused courses is considered an asset.
- Consideration will be given to equivalent education and experience.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated PC/computer skills with solid understanding of MS Office.
- Must speak read and write English fluently.
- Satisfactory professional and criminal reference checks.
- Must be eligible to work in Canada.
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information on this opportunity please contact Human Resources at .
Applications will be accepted until the end of day on August 10 2025.
The CLPNA is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those applicants short-listed will be contacted.
Employment Type
Contract
