Program Educator, Mental Health and Addictions

4 weeks ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada IWK Health Centre Full time
The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled Program Educator to join our Mental Health and Addictions team at IWK Health Centre. As a key member of our interdisciplinary healthcare team, you will collaborate with colleagues to provide training experiences, including Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI), to IWK Mental Health & Addictions staff.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver NCI training according to IWK policies, integrating Trauma Informed Care principles into all trainings.
  • Facilitate/deliver program-wide education, including orientation and workshops, on Respectful Workplace, Code White procedures, and policy rollouts.
  • Undertake projects to enhance psychological, emotional, and physical safety for clients and staff.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in a health profession.
  • Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) NCI Trainer certification.
  • Minimum of two years of experience as an NCI instructor.
  • Three to five years of clinical experience in a mental health and addictions setting.
  • Competency in Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office Suite, and Zoom.
  • Experience with principles of adult learning and facilitation.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage learners effectively.
  • Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Promotes cultural humility and facilitates knowledge transfer within the MHA Program.
  • Understanding of the populations served, including cultural awareness, equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion.
  • Familiarity with principles of Trauma-Informed Care and awareness of trauma prevalence.
  • Understanding of the stages of change.
  • Respectful Workplace instructor training is an asset.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our commitment to providing high-quality care and promoting a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are passionate about mental health and addictions education and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.



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